LifeNotes: Krissy Dodson

Kristina “Krissy” Lawrence Dodson, wife of songwriter Dale Dodson passed away on Thursday, Jan. 30 in Franklin, Tenn. following a brief illness. She was 46 years old.
Born February 11, 1967 in New Orleans, La. Krissy is described by loved ones as “graceful, bewitching and whole hearted.” She was a beloved mother, wife, sister, and friend. She is survived by husband Dale; son Benjamin Dodson; daughter Jeniste’ Bell; grandsons Gavin and Landon; sisters Kyra, Elaine, Teresa, and Jena; nephews Ryan and William; and nieces Savannah, Alyssa, and Brianna. She is preceded in death by her sister, Diane, and parents Pellon and Aledamae Lawrence.
Kristina worked for 12 years at The Golf Club of Tennessee in Kingston Springs, and until her passing at Cool Springs International.
A visitation will be held at Williamson Memorial (3009 Columbia Ave., Franklin, TN 37064) today Wednesday, Feb. 5 from 1-3 p.m., with a memorial service following at 3 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Thistle Farms/Magdalene House: PO Box 6330-B, Nashville, TN 37235.
Dale Dodson is the writer or co-writer of songs recorded by George Strait, Lee Ann Womack, Reba McEntire and Dierks Bentley. He joined Sony/Tree in 1992 as a writer and also consults on back catalogues. MusicRow sends sincere condolences to the Dodson family.