Crystal Hale

“Flashing Moon Woman”

July 13, 1962 – Aug. 30, 2024

New Town

Crystal Maureen Morningstar Hale was born in Los Angeles, California, on July 13, 1962, to Maurice and Bernice (Wilkinson) Morningstar. She grew up in the Bay Area, and in 1978, she relocated to New Town, North Dakota, where she met Lyle Smith. Crystal and Lyle welcomed their daughter, Davina Nicole, on June 11, 1980.

In her late 20s, while babysitting, Crystal met her soulmate, Millard Hale, Jr. They exchanged vows on April 21, 1991, at the Gospel Tabernacle in New Town. Their family grew with the birth of Laurice Victoria on April 16, 1996, followed by baby Irene Louise on January 18, 1999. Crystal and Millard made their home in New Town, where they dedicated themselves to raising their family.

Crystal was a hard worker, and held various jobs, in addition to being a stay-at-home mom. Her most cherished role was being a mom and supporting her children’s activities. She was devoted to her family and was particularly protective of her daughters. Crystal enjoyed decorating for holidays and birthdays and valued the time spent with her family and friends. She had a big heart for children and loved cuddling babies. One of her favorite memories was when her first granddaughter, Aubrey Bernice, was born.

On Friday, August 30, 2024, surrounded by her family, Crystal began her journey to the spirit world at the age of 62. She was a devoted wife, a loving mother, a generous grandmother, a kind sister, and a favorite aunt. Her contagious smile and compassionate heart will be greatly missed.

Crystal is survived by her husband, Bill Hale, Jr.; daughters, Davina Yandell (Paul), Laurice Morningstar (Natelie), and Irene Hale; granddaughter, Aubrey Bruhn; step-children, Jordan Fox, Robin Fox, and Kody Fox; adopted son, Bruce Freeman; bonus children, Renatta Agneau (Denaye) and Aaron Morningstar; sisters, Denise Hurteau (Charlie) and Dawn Erickson (Chad); brothers, Maury Morningstar, Tony “Stan” Morningstar, Erik Morningstar (Rebecca), Jason Morningstar, Michael Morningstar, and Victor Morningstar; numerous nieces and nephews; and pets, Emma and Buster.

Crystal was preceded in death by her parents, infant twins, maternal grandparents, John and Sarah (Hopkins) Wilkinson, paternal grandparents, Mauricio and Antonis (Valencia) Morningstar, and beloved bird Kiwi.

Crystal’s funeral was held Tuesday, September 3, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. at Langhans Funeral Home, Parshall, with her Burial at Nishu Congregational Cemetery, rural White Shield www.langhansfuneralhome.com.

Published by The Minot Daily News, September 4, 2024.