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for Alphonso Crittendon
Deborah Williams-Rose
February 22, 2005
To the entire Crittendon Family,
I was more than saddened by the passing of Alphonso (Brother, as you and I called him all those many years ago.) It has been many years since we had seen each other, but he had sent me a message to call him via a friend only a week prior to his passing. I deeply regret not having the opportunity to reconnect with him. I remember so many good times with him, and you, when we were back in High School together. You may not remember now as I do, band camp at Shenandoah, the trips to the lake, and the cookouts, etc. May the Lord be with you and provide you comfort during this time and in the days and years to come.
Mikki Spencer
February 22, 2005
To the Crittendon family,
I cannot tell you how shocked and saddened I was to hear of Alphonso passing on. I had not spoken to him in a while, but I was aware of his great work in his ministry. I have fond memories of Alphonso during our days at John Marshall High School. He will be missed. May God continue to afford you strength and comfort during this dificult time. God Bless!
Derek Rogers
February 9, 2005
Mrs. Crittendon and Family
Elder Crittendon was the only true angel that I came face to face with. Al spoke so highly of you and your two daughters. I thought that angels dont cry but he did, especially for you. He truly loved you. GOD bless you and your family
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shirley jones
February 9, 2005
MAY GODS GRACE AND PEACE CONTINUE
TO BE WITH YOU IN YOUR DAYS AHEAD.
REMEMBER GOD CARES FOR YOU
Sandra Johnson
February 9, 2005
The Moore and Johnson family would like to extend their deepest empathy to your family during this time. We, too, experienced the death of a father and husband at this time last year. May God continue to comfort you .
Ton y & Audrey Minott
February 9, 2005
To the Criddenton Family: Our prayers are with you in your time of bereavement. Pastor Al was truly and bless man of God and highly favored. His work speaks for it self. He was a very loving and kind person, always giving of him self. His main interest was souls, helping people who needed deliverance. He has truly touched a lot of lives and he will be greatly missed. Be strong in the Lord and carry on Pastor Al's legacy! With all our Love the Minott family.
Elna Hudson
February 8, 2005
To The Crittendon Family, May God be with you all at this time. I worked with Mr. Crittendon for the last seven years off and on. He was a delight to work with. Watching and listening to him share a good word with the young men or anyone who would listen. He was a very kind man with who always had something pleasant to say. Most of all he always had a word from god to share. Mr.Crittendon you will truely missed by all.Your co-worker Elna Hudson
Elder Jennifer James
February 8, 2005
To the Crittendon Family from the Capitol Christian Deliverance Center Our deepest prayers go out to you and your family during your lost, we met Elder Crittendon at our Youth Revival and I can truly say he was a awsome man of God continue to be strenthen during this time and may God Bless you all.
Alfreda Hill-Wilkerson
February 8, 2005
To the Family
My prayers and heartfelt sympathy are with you all during your time of need. May God bless you and keep you as Brother was a wonderful person and truly a man of God.
God Bless
Audrey D. Shannon
February 8, 2005
To Mrs. Crittendon and Family
You have my heartfelt sympathy in the passing of Elder Crittendon. He was my former co-worker at Woodville Elementary School where I was also Kiana's first teacher.
Rena' Chiles
February 8, 2005
Denise,
My deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. I will remember you in all my prayers stay strong and remember all the great memories.
Rena', Alex and Brandon Chiles
DeLois "De" Warren-Lamar
February 8, 2005
Denise, Shantae, and Klana my heart is with you during this difficult time. I just spoke with Alphonso a little less than a month ago. Denise, since we stopped working downtown, I would often cross paths with Alphonso from time to time. He was always pleasant. Take care of yourself and the girls, you all loved him, but God loves him more. May you all stay blessed.
Bernardair Sapp
February 8, 2005
Denise and Family:
Words cannot express. My heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. May the peace of God be with you, my dear friend.
Gwendolyn Thomas
February 8, 2005
My prayers are with you at this difficult time. Words cannot express the shock and saddness I felt when I found out about the passing of your husband. I had a privilege the of meeting your husband and will always remember the kindness and the smile. He was truly a man of God. Just continue to hold those qualities in the lives of you and your children. I will always keep you in my prayers.
Lako White
February 8, 2005
To Our Friends Denise, Shantae and Kiana,
I cannot tell you how shocked and saddened by Al's homegoing. We know his work here on earth has ended and God has called him home. And what wonderful work he has done! He has left us with many fond memories. When we think of Al we think of hardworking, determined, giving, loyal, easygoing, and funloving. Never finding it hard to smile or laugh. One thing that stands out in my mind is in one of our "deep" conversations, he told me how much he loved Denise, Shantae and Kiana.
Please know you can call on us anytime and that you are in our prayers.
Lako, Johnnie, Leah and Jamaar
Louis Blakey Jr.
February 7, 2005
We are sadden to hear of passing of our dear friend & brother In Christ. May your family,friends& the body of Christ find comfort in knowing that Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints.(PSALM 118:15) May God forever bless & keep you.
Minister Adelaide Rocha-Gomes
February 7, 2005
To The Crittendon Family,
My love and prayers are with you now and always. "The Lord bless you and keep you; The Lord make his face shine upon you, and be gracious to you; the Lord lift up his countanance upon you, and give you peace." Numbers 6:24-26
His love will sustain you through these difficult days. The clouds that separate us from those we love will soon be gone. And his love will once again encompass us. In Jesus Name, we love you.
Minister Adelaide Rocha-Gomes and Family
tony baskerville
February 7, 2005
To my wonderful BRO who I always called Bro because he was always my brother in my heart and soul I will always love you forever and ever,You will alwys be remembered for the whole life we shared growing up side by side and always traveling and sitting alone and talking about how our life was going as we grew older from childhood.It hurt so much when Pokey left and now it hurts so much because your gone.I will always miss you and will never forget you and when I come I will find you I promise.I LOVE YOU BRO!!
Elsie Franklin
February 7, 2005
Denise: When I heard of your tragic loss, I was shocked. I remember so well how fondly you spoke of your beloved husband. Only God's love and confort will fill your void. My heart goes out to you and your family. I will continue to hold you up in prayer.
Mark & Pam Thomas
February 7, 2005
To The Crittendon Family,
Truly this is a shock to us. My husband was just talking to Al a week or two ago over the phone as I was preparing dinner. Our hearts are heavy as well. We pray that God will give you the strength that you need to make it through each day. We love you all,
Mark, Pam, and kids
Renee Gaines
February 7, 2005
To the Crittendon family, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. Alfonso was a very dear friend and classmate during our time at John Marshall. Remember to be absent of the body is to be in the presence of our Lord. God be with you.
JMHS Class of 1977
Min. James & Mrs. Renada Lewis
February 7, 2005
Words cannot express the shock and the saddness we both felt when we received the news of Pastor Al's homegoing. Then God replaced it with joy in hearts that another servant has made it home; for to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. To the Family, may the Angels continue to cover you and give you the strength to continue Pastor Al's wonderful legacy. Be blessed!
Carla Woods (DEQ)
February 7, 2005
Denise:
I was saddened to learn of the passing of your husband. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Remember that earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal.
McCoy & Gwen Parker
February 7, 2005
To the Crittendon Family: We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Please do not hesitate to call on us for anything you need.
Lisa Townes
February 7, 2005
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. I will remember my high school classmate as a gentle and kind soul, nice to everyone, quick to laugh and to enjoy life. May those qualities live on in his children and in your hearts always.
Cheryl Scott
February 7, 2005
To Denise, Shantae, Kiana and the remaining family of Brother,
Andreus, my family and I would like to extend our deepest sympathy to the Crittendon & Scott family. Please know that you'll are in our prayers. God does not put anymore on you than you can bare. Remember that you are not alone as Jesus is right in the mist of your sorrows. If there is anything that we can do to help ease your pain and sorrow please let us know. During this time of sorrow the Lord is stretching his hands to you for there is no other help we know. May the Lord bless you until you meet Brother again.
Love,
Cheryl and Andreus Scott
Sonya Barham
February 7, 2005
May God be with you during this difficult time.
Pastor Lois Blakey Paige
February 7, 2005
This truly is a lost of the body on Christ in the earth. We will miss our friend and brother. However, the foundation has been laid through Brother Al, and many lives will continue to be "resurrected to new life" as a result of the legacy left. Rest assured that he continues to live in the works he's done, as they speak for him.
Shalom!
Kevin Williams
February 7, 2005
The Lord of Mercy will give you wisdom to handle this transition and knowledge to understand the Fathers purpose in this. Our love, intercession and the spcial grace of God will visit you during this season.
Shalom,
Pastor Kevin A. Williams,Sr.
Kingdom Harvest International Church
Angela Hathaway
February 6, 2005
To the Crittendon Family: I had the priviliege of sharing with the New Life Family on many occasions and Elder Crittendon was such a blessing. His ministry is such a powerful minsitry that is going to continue for many years to come. He brought light to my eyes and allowed me to see things that I normally wouldn't have seen. May God bless his family and his church during this time of need. I know that you are all strong believers in his word and you already know that God's got it all in control. May God bless and keep as I will be praying God's favor over your lives.
James Hairston
February 6, 2005
Elder Crittendon, Al, was truly a man of God and God has chosen to bring him home. May God Bless the Crittendon family and keep you in his care. Al, save a seat for me.
Rev. James D. Hairston
James Hairston
February 6, 2005
Elder Crittendon, Al, was truly a man of God and God has chosen to bring him home. May God Bless the Crittendon family and keep you in his care. Al, save a seat for me.
Rev. James D. Hairston
Willie A. Coles Jr. and Family
February 6, 2005
Bro was a worshiper! God had a plan for Crittendon life and it includes everything we’re facing today. Not a detail of Crittendon life has been left out. The Father planned to use it all for His good. Yes, separation is painful, but as Christians we do not grieve as those who have no hope.
We need not ponder death with fear,
Through what’s ahead we cannot see;
For we who put our faith in Christ
Look forward to eternity.
Death separates us for a time;
Christ will reunite us forever
Rather, we can rejoice, even with tear-filled eyes, because Brother Crittendon our loved one has taken up a new residence in heaven.
The death of people whom we love
Brings sorrow and deep pain;
But if our loved ones know the Lord,
Our loss becomes their gain.
When Christians die, they have just begun to live. Whenever believers in Christ die, it would be appropriate for us to say to them (if we could).
“Congratulations Bro Crittendon on your new location”
Bro had the confidence, yes, well pleased rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord. 2 Corinthians 5: 8
May these words encourage and comfort the family and ignite us to live a life for Christ as Bro.
Tracy Howard
February 5, 2005
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Mrs. Crittendon and your family during this time. Mr. Crittendon was a very nice and pleasant person. I will miss seeing him at Beaumont.
Tracy howard & Family
Pastor Dennis Earl Thomas
February 5, 2005
To the entire Crittendon Family;
On behalf of the First African Baptist Church Family be assured that we are praying for you in the untimely passing of your husband, father, son, brother, Pastor and coworker. Although your lives and our community will never be the same without him - Pastor A. R. Crittendon has kept the faith and finished his course. He has truly triumphanted in Christ Jesus and gained his crown of righteousness!
Be encouraged,
First African Baptist Church
Sherry Jones
February 5, 2005
May God be with Al's family during this time of sorrow.
Ernal Smith
February 5, 2005
To: the family of Alphonso R. Crittendon:
May God Comfort your family at this great time of lost. I knew Mr. Crittendon from work (at the Beaumont Juvenile Corrections Center), and from the weight room at the YMCA. He was God fearing man and always made an effort to help others along the way. He was a true shepherd of the flock, and will be greatly missed by all those who knew him. Rest in peace my brother, until we meet again before the Ancient of Days, on that bright and beautiful day call Paradise.
E.G. and Felita Smith
Rev. William Mickey
February 5, 2005
To God Be the Glory. There is no burden I will not bear, nor any head I will not lift up in time of trouble saith The Lord of Hosts.
Earl & Sandra Johnson
February 5, 2005
To the Crittendon Family - Our deepest sympathy is extended to you in your time of grief. Through life's experiences we have learned that God can lift us up and bring us comfort and peace even through the most difficult times. We fervently pray for His grace upon you and we know that He doing all things well.
Jake Jones
February 5, 2005
May God Bless Your Family.
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