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Marsha Rae Graves Cantwell
Marsha Rae Graves Cantwell, 43, of Charlottesville, Virginia, passed away on Friday, April 9, 2010.
She was the daughter of the late James M. Graves I of Michigan.
She leaves behind her parents, Donnie and Barbara Crickenberger of Gordonsville; grandmother, Martha Crickenberger of Charlottesville; a sister, Sheila Williams of Charlottesville; brothers, Jamie Graves of Palmyra and Jason Crickenberger of Gordonsville; five nephews and two nieces; stepsons, Andrew and Matthew Cantwell of Wisconsin and her pride and joy Frankie, her Pomeranian.
A memorial service is planned for 11 a.m. Saturday, May 22, 2010, at Charlottesville First Assembly, 1010 E. Rio Road. The Reverend Art Snoots will officiate.
The family requests donations be made to Charlottesville First Assembly to the Marsha Graves Memorial Scholarship Fund benefitting Teen Challenge.
Friends may sign the guest register at teaguefuneralhome.com.
This obituary was originally published in the Daily Progress.
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Darrel Combs
May 3, 2019
Marsha , I still dream about you and your crazy talk. How about the crazy things you would say to me. It always brings a smile to my face to know you was my game changer. There was never a bad tie coming to see you.
Brian Raynor
May 30, 2012
My sister Sandra Raynor (Furr) was a friend of Marsha's (and Shelia's) when they were teens. I beleive that Sandra was at Heavens gate on April 9, 2010 to greet her friend, Marsha. Sandra often spoke of Marsha and her family and of the good times they had together & what a great blessing they were in her life.
Dorothy Spencer
January 30, 2011
My friend, I dreamed about you last night. I miss you and think of you all the time. I love you so much.
Darrel Combs
January 27, 2011
I met you in summer of 2008. You changed my life forever. I liked you from the start visited you at your store in Kville. Dated you on and off for several months. Wished I never let go. To you I miss you dearly.
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Crystal Smith-Robinson
May 23, 2010
Sheila and family,
I was friends with Sheila in grade school until I moved to Nebraska in 1979. I have great memories of staying at their house. I am sorry to hear of the loss.
Jason Crickenberger
May 22, 2010
May The Force Be With You
Kristina Summers Tomlin
May 22, 2010
I love you & ya'll are always in my thoughts and prayers!
Eric Lamb
May 22, 2010
What a lot of wonderful memories. Good times singing and having fun with the singles group. So many many good times.
Eric Lamb
Lauren Dunn
May 22, 2010
We will miss you and your voice of an angel. We love you!
Annie Seation
May 22, 2010
I loved her giggle and laugh.
Auntie Shirley
May 20, 2010
What a hole in my heart Marsha's passing has left. Although we don't understand her leaving us so soon we know that that our Father God in Heaven has it all under control. We all have special memories of Marsha to comfort us. Heaven must have needed another angel.
Jeff and Tonya Hicks
May 17, 2010
We are so sorry to learn of your loss. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely
Nancy Garrison
May 14, 2010
To Marsha's Family,
I was really saddened to hear of my neice's death.A long time had passed between us as well.May God's comforting words be with us all and find peace during this sorrowful time.My thoughts and prayers are with the rest of Marsha's family.
Love & prayers,
Nancy
Debra Watson Vale
May 12, 2010
to Barbara ,Jamie ,Autumn and family My heart so grieved for your family I have offen wonder where all the young adults at Gordonsville Church of God(Daystar now) where and what they did & done with their lives . Marsha the sweetest person you ever want to know if you didn`t have the chance or the experience in meeting or knowning her you lost & missed out she had a wonderful laugh and infectioos smile great & caring way for everyone sheshe knew help me with Candice`s dress for Jamie and Autumns wedding she at that time worked at a bridal shop and done so much for us! I pray that we enriched her life half as much as Marsha did ours I know some day I`ll hear that laugh again thank you Lord for her time with us with great condolence to Marsha family
Steve Bankard
May 10, 2010
To all of Marsha's family:
I'm saddened for the loss of your loved one. A long time has passed and was awe-struck when I heard. May God bless and heal your hearts during these sorrowful and trying days. My thoughts and prayers are with you. With heart-felt sympathy,
Steve
Shawn Snoots
May 10, 2010
I loved Marsha. She was funny and nice to me. She made me laugh. She is with Jesus.
Forrest Cook
May 9, 2010
We were saddened to hear of her passing and will always remember Marsha as a sweet, bubbly and caring person who loved to chew gum and giggle in church. She always had a sparkle in her eyes and a zest for life even when things didn't always go right. Her voice was truly a gift she shared and touched many lives. She will be missed. Our condolences to her family at this difficult time.
Forrest and Karen Cook
Becky Morris-Locklear
May 4, 2010
Marsha, I feel so blessed to have called you friend. You were such an inspiration to me. Perhaps none of us told you enough just how special you were. You were there for me when I really needed a friend. Surely the Lord crossed our paths. I regret that we didn't keep in touch better through the years. Life happens so quickly. I love you and I will miss you. "I Know The Master of the Wind" will never sound the same. You were an angel!
Meredith Haden
May 2, 2010
Marsha,
I miss your laugh and the stories about Frankie. I miss your presence. It was always comforting. I am happy you are safe and pain free with our Lord. Stay beautiful sweetheart!
I will always cherish you!
Love,
Meredith
Marsha loved purple
Barbara Crickenberger
May 1, 2010
Louise Hensley
April 30, 2010
Marsha what a beautiful lady.Oh how I remember being blessed over and over each time you sang: HE'LL Do It Again" Yes, HE DID IT AGAIN for you.
Looking forward to seeing you again one day. It won't be long until all GOD'S children will be together with HIM. I will always cherish the memories I have of you at church singing your heart out for JESUS and visiting us in our home.
You Sister In CHRIST JESUS
Louise
April 30, 2010
Marsha,
I will miss you so. I will sherish all the memories we had during our walks with the Lord Jesus. You were there when I needed a friend. You were there when I needed a sister in the Lord. Oh how I wish we have kept in touch. And now you've gone home to the Lord, I will miss you so.
Your friend and brother in Christ,
Han
Alisha Coyle
April 25, 2010
I will never forget the voice God gave Marsha! What an annointing, "He'll Do It Again" still runs through my mind and it is her voice that I hear singing it. She was full of life and love. She kept me laughing when we talked.She was indeed unique and that is what was so great about her. Family- you are in our prayers and we love you.
Andrew & Matthew, Marsha's stepsons that she adored
Barbara Crickenberger
April 24, 2010
Marsha, Jason, Sheila & Jamie
April 24, 2010
Marsha and Sheila decorating mama's Christmas tree 12/08
April 24, 2010
Suzie, Jason, Marsha, Sheila and Bella Dec. 08
April 24, 2010
My beautiful little sister!!!
April 24, 2010
Marsha and Sheila with their Mrs. Beasley dolls. Marsha cut the bangs off of hers . . lol
April 24, 2010
Linda Sprouse
April 23, 2010
Marsha, I was so sad to hear of your passing. I will never forget all of the great times and wonderful laughs we had working together at Northside, and how you took such good care of Lauren when she was in daycare. You will always have a special place in my heart.
Lourdes Graves
April 23, 2010
Dear Marsha,
You always made me smile with all this crazy jokes you used to said. I know you have a wonderful heart that know how to love with intensity. I had see you cried and smile also love the day you sang at my wedding, all this wonderful memories. For Christmas and b-days you always remember everybody and have the to send a present or a b-day card. I will always remember you my dearest sister in law.
Sister Sheila, Marsha & sister-in-law Lourdes
Barbara Crickenberger
April 23, 2010
Marsha singing for Christmas Play in Gville
Barbara Crickenberger
April 23, 2010
Mighty Is the Power of the Cross
Barbara Crickenberger
April 23, 2010
Marsha with nephew Jonas & sister-in-law Suzi
April 23, 2010
Marsha's favorite marine, nephew Chris
Barbara Crickenberger
April 23, 2010
Sister-in-law Suzi & Marsha
Barbara Crickenberger
April 23, 2010
Marsha's best friend, Dorothy & Sanjay & Ethan
Barbara Crickenberger
April 23, 2010
Marsha in NC
Barbara Crickenberger
April 23, 2010
My Daughter
Barbara Crickenberger
April 23, 2010
Sisters
Barbara Crickenberger
April 23, 2010
Dorothy Spencer
April 22, 2010
Marsha, my dearest friend, how I will miss you. My first memory is of you singing El Shaddai in the old sanctuary at Gordonsville Church of God. I was captivated by your voice and annointing. My last memory is bringing you gummy bears in the hospital. So many memories in between: your old gray Chevy S10 zooming across 29 with Billy Ray Cyrus blaring, rooming together in Gordonsville and Charlottesville, your lentil soup you would eat for 7 days because it was cheap, thermostat on 62 because we couldn't afford the gas bill, the song He'll Do it Again that you sang so beautifully, planning Ethan's baby shower from North Carolina and the Chandler's cake you insisted on getting, your awesome pumpkin and banana bread and how you would give them out at Christmas, our favorite saying to each other "love you like a hog loves slop", your love for your friends and your family and so much more. I love you so very much my dear friend and will miss you tremendously. I can't wait to hear you sing again.
terry taylor
April 20, 2010
marshypoo u will always have a place n my heart , u passedaway 2 soon, u r sense of humor , grace , and charm has touched people , ur friends and family , u r n the grace of God now u r back in heaven 4 u were an angel, i miss u wth luv Terry taylor
Debbie Bush
April 19, 2010
Sheila, Jamie, Autumn, and family: I am sorry to hear of Marsha's passing. I remember what a great time we had at the beach many years ago. If there is anything Don or I can do, please let me know.
Debbie/Don Bush
Autumn Graves
April 19, 2010
Marshipoo! You have left a hole in the world that no one else can fill. You will be missed. I remember you always treating my children like they were yours and of course you were their aunt, but you were much more! Autumn Graves
Jeremiah 29:11
Jamie
April 18, 2010
I love you Marsha, you will always be a part of me. I thank God for him letting me be your brother, I will see you again some day!!!!!
Marsha's Sweet Expression
April 18, 2010
Marsha & Frankie
April 18, 2010
Beth Helderman
April 18, 2010
My husband, Thad, worked with Marsha at Starbucks in Kernersville. She was a dear friend to our family. Her smile lit up a room, and I will always remember her big, beautiful eyes and infectious laughter. She was one of the sweetest people I've ever had the pleasure to meet and I will hold in my heart the memories of her bright, shining spirit. We will miss you so much, Marsha. Be at peace, our dear friend.
Barbara Crickenberger
April 17, 2010
You lit up my world the day you were born!
"My Daughter" (Written in the '70's)
A little girl was born to me
A child that God had given
Seemed He looked over His kingdom
And sent this one from heaven
This little girl needed lots of love
She fussed and cried a lot
But, she was special in so many ways
This tiny little tot
As she grew she learned of God
And gave to Him her heart
She fell in love with going to church
Yes, she had made a great start
And now at times she sings in church
When she finds the nerve to try
She teaches children's church
And holds them when they cry
I'm blessed to have her for my daughter
With her kind and precious ways
God's angels, I know, watch over her
Thank you, God is all I can say.
Mama
Tammy Southall
April 17, 2010
Jamie and Family...
I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jay Sudduth
April 17, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Beth Rideout Clark
April 16, 2010
Marsha was a dear friend of mine in middle school and high school. I haven't seen her since that period of my life, but will always remember what a special person she was! My remembrances of Marsha are filled with smiles and laughter..we were always giggling about something silly that had happened during the course of the school week. I am blessed to have known her! My prayers are with her family.
Janet/Michael Pleasants
April 16, 2010
Marsha had such a sweet spirit. And my goodness, her singing was passed down from angels. She was always willing to reach out for others. I remember when she came to our house to watch Josiah while we floated down the river on the AnnaBelle Lee. What a special person who will be missed by so many people. Our condolences to all her family. Janet, Michael and Josiah Pleasants
Mike Ramos
April 16, 2010
God Bless you Marsha, my prayers are with you and your family.
Diana Stalnaker
April 16, 2010
Almost every childhood memory I have includes this family in one way or another. I am so glad Marsha and I had reconnected, even if it wasn't for long. Rest easy my dear, until we meet again.
Mayrene Thummel
April 16, 2010
I really liked Marsha and am thankful for having known her, altho she is gone far too soon. We will miss her around the coffee shop. God bless you all at this difficult time.
Melinda Hoover-Maupin
April 16, 2010
I am so shocked. My heart is broken. You were a spot of sunshine in this world. Your worth was so great. I miss you so much already. The cares and trials of this world are no more. You are safe in the arms of Jesus now.
Love you.
Melinda
April 16, 2010
I love you little sister. I'll cling to my memories until I see you again.
Sheila
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