Louis Criswell

William Louis Criswell Sr. passed away peacefully at home in North Little Rock, AR on February 10, 2025 surrounded by loved ones after battling many health issues over the years. Born in Booneville, MS on April 24, 1945 to his parents Robert Bruce Criswell and Fanny Elizabeth Dallison. He was a graduate of Union University in Jackson, TN where he was introduced to the love of his life Georgia Dunlap whom he married in 1968. Louis faithfully served his Lord and Savior as a Minister of Music at many churches across Tennessee, Mississippi, and Arkansas until he found his true home at Baring Cross Baptist Church in North Little Rock until his retirement in 1998. He touched many lives and will be greatly missed by all.

Louis is survived by Georgia, his wife of 57 years, his eldest son William Louis Criswell Jr. (Bill) and his wife Kelli and their two sons Coleman and Carson; his younger son Michael Criswell and his spouse Karen; his older brother Robert Bruce Criswell Jr. and his spouse Donna; and his younger brother Gary Criswell and his spouse Carol. In addition to this, he is survived by 4 nieces and nephews and their families that live in North Carolina and Florida.

Funeral services will be held at Parkway Place Baptist Church in Little Rock, AR with visitation starting at 12:00 p.m. and the service beginning at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Parkway Place Baptist Church Music Department.

Smith North Little Rock Funeral Home, 1921 Main St., North Little Rock, AR  72114.  501-758-1170.