Rachel Scaife Crosslin, 79, of Shreveport, Louisiana passed away peacefully on November 5, 2024. She was preceded in death by her son James Michael Prisock, her parents James Elmo & Miriam Sansing Scaife, and her sister Becky Scaife White and her husband Stephens Marcus White Jr.
Rachel was a homemaker during her children’s formative years. Her passion for animals, especially her cherished cats brought joy to her life. As a courageous recovering alcoholic, Rachel channeled her experiences into a mission to help others. She proudly opened the first addiction and recovery book and gift store in the Shreveport-Bossier area providing valuable resources and support. Rachel’s strength and determination inspired many and her contributions to the community will be fondly remembered.
Rachel is survived by her two daughters: Paige Prisock Robinson and husband Gary, Julia Prisock DePesa and husband Marc; eight grandchildren: James Mejias and wife Jerrica, Jessica Smith and husband McGraw, Lacey LaBauve, Giovanni DePesa and wife Sarah, Colton Wellhausen and wife Hanna, Aly Terrill and husband Tim, Marissa and husband Cody, Dominic DePesa and nine great grandchildren, all of whom will carry her memory in their hearts. She was a loving daughter, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother whose sassy spirit will be deeply missed.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Rachel’s memory may be made to your local animal rescue or your local addiction recovery programs, causes she held very dear.
Graveside services for Mrs. Crosslin are scheduled for 2:00 PM, Friday, November 8, 2024 at Greenwood Cemetery in Ruston with Mrs. Ashley Boggs officiating. Services are under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home of Ruston. Visitation will be held from 12:30 PM until 1:30 PM, Friday, November 8, 2024 at Owens Memorial Chapel.
