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for Willie Cruse
Laporsha Nance
January 10, 2018
I MISS MY BROTHA WILLIE JR IM HIS BABY SISTER ON HIS DADDY SIDE IM GOIN TO MISS HIM VERY MUCH NEVER THOUGHT I WOULD LOSE SOMEONE CLOSE TO ME OTHER THAN MY DAD WILLIE
Denise Readling Bordeman
February 23, 2011
So saddened to hear of Willie's passing. He was a wonderful man, whom you couldn't help but smile when around. He drove my bus in middle school at Fries many years ago, and always seemed to know what to say to make things better during the awkward middle school years. I remember him talking of his family often then...he loved them dearly. The world will not be quite as bright without his smiling face. Your family will be in my prayers.
Dianne Strahan
February 23, 2011
I have wonderful memories of my time at CC Griffin and Willie will always be a part of them. He always made me smile. What a special man. My thoughts and prayers are with his wife and children as well as his CC Griffin family. God Bless.
Tonda Wright
February 23, 2011
Leslie & Family,
I am sorry to hear about the passing of your love one.Your family is in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Your Cousin
Stacey Bradshaw
February 22, 2011
I never had the chance to meet my 1st cousin Willie Cruse Jr. When I heard the news that my cousin past and that I was only 3hrs away I gathered the strength to travel and pay my respects to his wife and children. At that moment I realized that I could learn a lot about a person by what is said at the funeral as well as who attends. My cousin was a great man who was well loved and appreciated by many. I truly missed the opportunity of a lifetime but it was his spirit that lives within his family which comforted me and made me feel like a part of the family that was always there! May God bless his wife, children, Brother, and Sister as well as all whom are grieving the loss of a great man... Please continue to share great moments that I may continue to learn of his awesome life story!!!
1st Cousin Mr. Stacey Bradshaw (Grandson of Walter(Lester) J. Bradshaw)
Anna Gates
February 21, 2011
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
February 21, 2011
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
From Parents of a 6th grader at CC Griffin
February 21, 2011
Dear Leslie & Family,
I'm so sorry to hear of Willie's passing. I know he will be greatly missed. You are in my thought and prayers.
Love,
Kema Craver Furr
Robin Hampton & Jahmir Alexander
February 21, 2011
May God continue to keep you during your loss and also in days to come.Willie was one-of-a kind and will truly be missed.
Linda & David Murray
February 20, 2011
Willie was a great man who always brightened our day. CC Griffin just won't be the same without him. We were so fortunate to have known him, and he will be greatly missed.
Aunt Dorothy Bradshaw King
February 20, 2011
Remember Psalm 23..He will lead you beside the still and calm waters as he restore your soul...Willie is at rest and our prayers of comfort go out to the family.
Myron and Chequeta Drye
February 20, 2011
I was a classmate and friend of Willie. We played football, basketball, and baseball together growing up. But Willie was a track man, very fast. My most memorable moment of Willie was drivers education class. I still tell that story today. My family and I send our condolences.
Marianna B. Watkins
February 20, 2011
To: The Willie R. Cruse Jr. Family
Willie was a fine man and a wonderful nephew. May God bless you all. I will keep you in my prayers. My family and I send our deepest sympathy.
Aunt Marianna Bradshaw Watkins
Delaware/Ohio Bloodline
February 20, 2011
Aunt Marianna Bradshaw Watkins/Larry Sr and family; Aunt Leona Bradshaw Laws and family, Cousin Yvette/Blue, Cousin Chrissi,Cousin Christoper/Kallie and family; Cousin Stacey Bradshaw/Yasmine and family -We are extending our love and concern over the lost of Cousin Willie. We trust that the bond of family will become a little closer-God Bless you at this time and always- Cousins' Solace Bradshaw, Cousin! Q Pates, Cousin RJ and Cousin Tamar Pates from parts of Delaware, Georgia, and Ohio, as well as, North Carolina! We do Love ya- in the name of our Sister-Betty Posey and Aunt!
Mrs. Dorothy/Levi Bradshaw King
February 20, 2011
Sometimes I forget...Nevertheless assured, GOD is our Source, Our source is secured, we are not looking to the left, we are not looking to the right, but we are Looking to you-LORD JESUS, who is our source and our light. We arise, we arise, we arise to thee... Our enemies are scattered..Christ victory reigns in us.
It is in times like these that we can be thankful that the reality of a risen savior undergirth us and gives provided strength..thankful for the nucleus of family and friends to let you know that you matter and the memories of times shares will remain a rich part of ones legacy of love embraced!
Yes, we are sending our condolence on the lost of Willie, Jr.
We prayed for the family and will continue to lift you up to our Father because our faith is in you Lord!
We love you-here in Delaware!
The Bradshaw side of the family;
We do love you, Bryant/Dorothy, Leslie and children, Adrian and children. To all the families associated with this family our prayers our no stranger to
Our Heavenly Father-take care!
You are loved and worthwhile!
February 20, 2011
Am a classmate of both Willie Sr. and Betty Jean. My family and I send our deepest sympathy. May you find comfort in knowing that others care....Frances Rankin Clanton (Fayetteville, N.C.)
Valerie Love-Bethea
February 19, 2011
Just to let you know that you are in my prayers and thoughts,
Pat Bratton
February 19, 2011
I've worked with Willie through his time at Fries and my time at Griffin 'til June 2008 when I retired. Whenever I went back to Griffin to visit, Willie would welcome me with a big smile and a bigger hug. I will miss that. He loved his family, was a proud daddy and always ready to talk about his kids. A very special man! I am praying for all of you.
Nancy
February 19, 2011
"Mr. Willie" will be missed more than you can imagine. He was always happy, smiling and would do anything you asked of him. Many prayers are sent to the family.
Pam Heidtke
February 19, 2011
Your smile will be missed, your laughter will be missed, your presence will be missed! All who got a chance to know you, will miss you terribly. Your already missed.....Miss Pam
February 19, 2011
I was PTO President at C.C. Griffin and never once did I need anything that Mr. Willie wasn't there to help..sometimes I didn't even have to ask. He was always happy and friendly and the kids loved him, just like we did. Our thoughts and prayers are with Willie and his family. He was a great man. Stacy Gherardi
February 19, 2011
Prayers and love to Willie's family. Willie was one of a kind!
Michele Webb
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