Michael Aaron Crisp (“Mikey”), 63, of Highlands, passed away on Saturday, January 6, 2018.

Born in Macon County, he was the son of Edna Norton Crisp of Highlands and the late Henderson Guy Crisp. And was preceded in death by his sister-in-law, Leesa Scott Crisp. Well known for his musical abilities, Mikey was an accomplished musician and could play almost any instrument well. He was quite well known for his musical abilities and played many different genres as well as jazz and blue grass and played with many bands in Highlands and other areas. Mikey was an electrician and plumber as well as an all around handyman who could repair almost anything. He was always there when anyone needed his help. Mikey loved being outside, where he saw God in nature and music. He loved gardening and being on his tractor and was a member of First Baptist Church, Highlands.

In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife of 31 years, Judith Elizabeth “Beth” Crisp of Highlands; two brothers, Jack Henderson Crisp and Charles Stanley Crisp both of Highlands; mother-in-law, Mozelle Edwards of Highlands; brother-in-law, James Edwards of Snellville, GA; nephew, David Crisp and his wife, Alyson Baumrucker of Scaly Mtn. and niece, Clara Beth Crisp of Mt. Rest, SC.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Highlands School, In Memory of Mike Crisp, to benefit the High School Music Program, C/O Annette Jenkins, Pierson Drive, Highlands High School, Highlands, NC 28741,

Macon Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Online condolences can be made at maconfuneralhome.com.