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Katherine CROCKER Obituary
She was a native of Isle of Wight County and had been a resident of Hampton for 53 years. Louise was a homemaker and a beloved wife, mother and grandmother, brave and noble throughout her life. She recently celebrated her 62nd wedding anniversary. She was a member of First United Church of Christ on Todds Lane in Hampton. Louise spent many hours volunteering at Hampton General Hospital, alongside the candy stripers in the mid 70's. She enjoyed reading, gardening, cooking and spent many hours doing hand work.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Odell Eley Atkinson and Josephine Braswell Williams; brother, William Joseph Atkinson; and half-sister, Shirley Robertson.
Survivors include her husband, Emanuel W. Crocker; two sons, Larry Crocker, and Dennis Odell Crocker and his wife, Teresa; half-brother, William Donald Williams; and two grandchildren, Justin Adams Crocker and Nicole Marie Crocker.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. today, Jan. 3, at Peninsula Funeral Home, with the Rev. Lary Diehl and the Rev. Lisa Gaul, officiating. Burial will follow in Peninsula Memorial Park. Reception following the burial at St. Lukes UMC, 300 Ella Taylor Road, Yorktown.
Peninsula Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Katherine CROCKER
Jody Barry Jones
January 17, 2010
Dennis and famiy, I offer my sympathy in the loss of your Mother. It is difficult to loose a parent but your Mother will always be with you. May you be comforted by your memories.
Michael and Brenda Ramsey
January 9, 2010
Dennis and Family Michael and I are sorry to hear of your loss. We will keep you and your family in our prayers.
God Bless
Michael and Brenda Ramsey
Richard Collins
January 5, 2010
Mr. Crocker and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I found out after the services were completed. I know that this a difficult time and please take comfort that Mrs. Crocker is no longer in pain. Our deepest sympathies go out to you and the family. May God keep you and comfort you through this time. The Collins family
darrell carden
January 4, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Tonya Robertson
January 2, 2010
Emmanuel and family,
The boys and I are sorry to hear about Aunt Louise. She was a fine and dear lady. My heart and prayers go out to you all. I pray that God will comfort you during your time of grief. Be joyful in knowing she is now at home with mom and grandma. We love you.
Art Booth
January 1, 2010
Dear Dennis and Family,
I am sorry to hear of your mother. Please know that my prayers go out to you, your father and other family during this time.
Faye Cordle Keenan
January 1, 2010
Dear Mr. Crocker, Dennis and Family,
I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved wife and mother - the heart of your home. Please accept my sincere sympathy. I pray the Lord will strengthen all the family with His love and your faith will carry you throgu this very sad time. God bless each of you as only His love can.
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