Michelle Ann Little Crabtree

Michelle Ann Little Crabtree, 62, of Statesville, passed away Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at Iredell Memorial Hospital.

Michelle was born on December 1, 1963, to Gilbert and Nancy Zachary Little. She was a graduate of West Wilkes High School and was of the Baptist faith. Michelle had a heart for children. She enjoyed babysitting and lovingly cared for many children over the years, including those with special needs.

In addition to her parents, Michelle was preceded in death by her husband, Jeffrey Crabtree.

Those left to cherish her memory are her sons, Jason Crabtree (Summer), Jacob Roten and Justin Rudisill; her daughter, Christine Rudisill; granddaughter, Brooklyn Nichols; brother, Erick Roten; sisters, Marsha Martin (Mark) and Melissa Harris (Scott Loggins); and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

A graveside service will be conducted at 2:00 pm on Friday, March 6 at Iredell Memorial Gardens with Rev. John Parks officiating. The family will visit with friends prior to the service from 12:30 pm until 1:30 pm at Troutman Funeral Home.

Arrangements for Michelle are in the care of Troutman Funeral Home.