Remembering Bobby Creiglow
“…’Well done, good and faithful servant; thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things: enter thou into the joy of thy Lord.’” -Matthew 25:23
Bobby Dean Creiglow, 99, of Lexington, Kentucky passed away Thursday, June 4, 2026 at Sayre Christian Village.
He was born on July 25, 1926, in Lancaster, Ohio, to the late Harry Carlton and Effie Ellen Stebleton Creiglow. A devoted servant of the Lord, he faithfully served as a missionary in Brazil for 33 years, from 1960 until 1993. During his years of ministry, he not only shared the Gospel but also used his remarkable talents and strong work ethic to build church buildings and assist with countless projects. Gifted with his hands, he loved creating and building things, even constructing a motor-bike while serving in Brazil.
Following his retirement from the mission field, he continued his work with Baptist Faith Missions, remaining dedicated to spreading God’s Word. Even during the final three years of his life while residing in a nursing facility, his missionary spirit never faded. He continued witnessing to those around him, sharing his faith and leading others to the Lord.
He was a true joy to be around and was loved by all who knew him. His kind and caring heart, infectious smile, and wonderful sense of humor left a lasting impression on everyone he met. Through his faithful service, compassion for others, and unwavering devotion to Christ, he touched countless lives and leaves behind a legacy of faith that will be remembered for generations.
He is survived by his children, Michael & (Beverly) Creiglow, Arlene & (David) Bradley, Arlete & (Larry) Moore; a sister, Evelyn Proctor; a son-in-law, John Nix; grandchildren, Adam Creiglow, Monica Thompson, Andrew Creiglow, Cristina Creiglow De Lima, Brandon Nix, Barry Nix, Ryan Nix, Jonathan Bradley, Amy Silverthorn, Kevin Moyers, and Aaron Moyers; and seventeen great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his first wife of 50 years, Bessie Creiglow, and his second wife, Lois; and a daughter, Brenda Nix.
A funeral service will be held at 12 PM Friday, June 12, 2026 at New Life Baptist Church 333 Redding Road, Lexington, KY. Burial will be in McKinney Cemetery in Pulaski Co., Kentucky at 3:30 PM Friday, June 12, 2026. The family will receive friends after 11 AM Friday, June 12, 2026 at New Life Baptist Church. Morris & Hislope Funeral Home is honored to assist the family with arrangements.
Only Heaven will tell the extent of Bobby Creiglow’s influence in spreading the Gospel to the nation of Brazil and beyond. He is loved and will be missed by thousands. He fought the good fight, finished his course, kept the faith.
“Disse-lhe o seu senhor: Muito bem, servo bom e fiel; sobre o pouco foste fiel, sobre muito te colocarei; entra no gozo do teu senhor.” –Mateus 25:23
Links
Article about Bro. Bobby Creiglow from February 2026 BFM News & Reports: “Still on Mission…Right Where God has Placed Him: The Ongoing Gospel Work of Bobby Creiglow at 99.5 Years Old”
Listen to Sermons by Bro. Bobby Creiglow
Honoring Bro. Creiglow at BFM Summer Conference in July 2025
