Genevieve Elizabeth Crafton Canary

Genevieve Elizabeth Crafton Canary

Genevieve Canary Obituary

Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Aug. 20, 2009.
CANARY, Genevieve Elizabeth Crafton, 85, of Richmond, passed away on August 19, 2009. She was preceded in death by her husband, Albert L. Canary Sr.; daughter, Peggy Anne Peyton; grandson, Ryan Canary. Survivors include two children, Carole Newbill and Albert L. Canary Jr.; two sisters, Marie Spradlin and Mary Nicholas; six grandchildren, Deborah Lindsay, Michael Newbill, Ben Canary, Shirley Peyton, Douglas Peyton and Delvie Peyton Jr.; numerous other family members and friends. Visitation will be 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, August 20 at the Nelsen Funeral Home, Laburnum Chapel, where funeral services will be 10 a.m. on Friday, August 21. Interment will follow at Oakwood Cemetery. The family would like to express their gratitude to Mrs. Canary's devoted caregivers, Libby Woods and her staff, and especially Sheila Richards and her daughter, Rhona.


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August 20, 2009

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Debbie Lindsay

August 20, 2009

There will never be another like my dear, sweet Nannie. I will always remember that feisty little woman chasing Popoo with a water hose. He always knew what buttons to push to get a good show out of her. She was a strong woman with a very soft heart. I can recall many times sitting with her just holding her hand on that little loveseat in the kitchen. I missed hearing her talk the last several years, but I'm sure she's making up for it in heaven today, getting reacquainted with old friends and family. Till we meet again....

Diane Hughes

August 20, 2009

You are in my thoughts. I pray that your memories will comfort and you will feel some part of your mother's love through the love of your friends and family.

Ed Parks

August 20, 2009

My thoughts & prayers are will you all.

Shirley Peyton

August 20, 2009

My sweet Nannie, I am so sorry to see you go. We will miss you dearly. I have a lot of wonderful memories and will cherish you always. When you get to that heavenly place please tell Poppoo and my mom I love them.

Love Always, Shirley

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