Christalena Speaks, 45, was born on September 7, 1973 to Willie and Wilma Speaks in Dayton, OH and passed away on October 10, 2018 in Crossville, TN. She as an assistant produce manager at Kroger and enjoyed camping, hiking, fishing, gardening, and other outdoor activities. Christalena loved working with children and hanging out with family and friends. She loved her dog, Canyon, and the two cats she rescued, Pumpkin and Payson.

She is survived by her parents, David and Wilma Ladd; sisters, Teresa Hall (Dale), Lisa Hicks (Scott), and Penny Gray; brothers, Jamie and Donny Speaks; nieces and nephews, Jennifer, Joseph, Kenneth, Jeremiah, Victoria, Brandon, Brittany, and Kevin.

Family will receive friends on Saturday, October 13, 2018 from 5 to 6 p.m. at Faith Assembly of God. A celebration of life for Christalena will also be held Saturday evening following visitation with Pastor Steven Pickard officiating.