It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Louise Crews, 94, on October 22, 2026 at St Francis Manor, Grinnell, Iowa.

Born Minerva Louise Gause on December 5, 1931 in Lynnville, Iowa, she was the youngest daughter of the late Harvey and Helen Gause. Siblings preceding her in death were Hampton Gause, Betty Gause Van Genderen, Bruce Gause and David Gause.

Louise attended Lynnville Schools and married Arl Crews on February 11, 1951 at the Lynnville Friends Church. After residing and owning and operating the Farm and Home Store in Lynnville for many years, Louise and Arl moved to Seeland Park, Grinnell, Iowa in 2005. While there, they enjoyed a lifestyle as active members of the community.

Louise was a joy and dearly loved by her family as well as the many people she touched throughout her life’s journey. Her legacy includes years of generous actions, her compassionate words and her loving obedience to God.

She is survived by daughter Stacey Crews Lisk (Clyde) of Grimes, Iowa, her grandchildren Carson Lisk, Joshua Crews, Andrea Crews Rhuland, Zachary Crews, Joe Crews and Gabe Crews along with 14 great-grandchildren.

In addition to her parents and siblings, Louise was preceded in death by her husband Arl Crews and son Brad Crews.

As per her wishes, a private memorial gathering will be held at a later date. If desired, memorial contributions can be mailed directly to the St Francis Manor Foundation, 2021 Fourth Avenue, Grinnell Iowa 50112 or Care Initiatives Hospice, 7055 Vista Drive, West Des Moines, Iowa 50266. Smith Funeral Home of Grinnell is assisting with arrangements.

"There are better things ahead than any we leave behind." C.S. Lewis