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Thomas Crittendon Obituary
Tommy was baptized at an early age at Shiloh Baptist Church-Dinwiddie, Blackstone, Virginia. He attended school in Dinwiddie County and obtained his diploma from Dinwiddie High School. After high school he joined the U.S. Army and served his country for eight years where he received an honorable discharge. He worked at Ye Old Virginnie Home for Adults in McKenney, Va., until his health started to decline.
Tommy enjoyed life. He was compassionate, caring, and had a natural ability to take care of others. He was his sister Shirley's primary caregiver during her last days and he took pride and great care in tending to her every need. He laughed often and loved much. He always looked for the best in others and gave them the best he had.
Tommy was preceded in death by his parents, Randolph and Betty Crittendon, his sister Shirley J. Hawkins, and his niece Darlene D. Crittendon.
Tommy leaves to cherish his memories: wife, Ruth Janice Matthews Crittendon; a devoted step-daughter, Tonya D. Matthews, Tremaine D. Walker; one step son, Thomas D. Walker; brothers, Walter Crittendon (late Eva), Joseph Crittendon (Jeanette); sisters Carolyn Smith (Harry), Bonnie Crittendon-Powell (Kenneth) Sylvia Crittendon-Lockley (Ronald); aunts, Rachel Wyatt, Dorothy Moore, Bessie Stokes, Catherine Moore, Dot Moore; three uncles, the Rev. Paul Johnson, William Mahan, Harry Wyatt Sr.; two other brothers-in-law, Landis D. Matthews, William W. Hawkins Jr., and a host of step grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends that he truly loved.
A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m., Thursday, September 16, 2010 at the McKenney Chapel. Burial will commence at the Shiloh Baptist Church Cemetery, Blackstone. A public viewing is scheduled from noon to 8 p.m., Wednesday at the McKenney Chapel – Johnson Funeral Home and one hour prior to the service.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the McKenney Chapel – Joseph M. Johnson and Son Funeral Home, 11107 Doyle Blvd., McKenney, Va. (804) 478-4411.
Online condolences can be posted on our website at www.johnsonservices.us.
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Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Crittendon
Janice Goodwyn Alridge
September 17, 2010
To the Crittendon family, My prayers are with you through this trying time. But know Tommy is now at peace.
Robin Tucker-Ellis& family
September 15, 2010
To the Crittendon Family:
Our deepest sympathy are extended to your family during this time of bereavement.May you find peace in knowing that others are praying for your strength and God will give you peace and comfort in the mist of your
storm. Cherish all of the wonderful memories that you shared with Tommie and keep them close to your heart.Tommie was one of my classmate.
Natascha Butler
September 14, 2010
To the Crittendon Family: II Corinthians 5:8 - We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord. Take comfort in knowing that your loved one is at peace. The Butler Family(Derrick, Natascha, & Derrick Jr)
Cassondre Smith
September 13, 2010
To the Crittendon family, Look to the hills which your help will come from, and know that God is just a prayer away. Call on him and he will give you what you need, when you need it. God LOVES you and so do I. Be Bless and hold your heads up.
THOMASINE M. TAYLOR
September 12, 2010
MY HEART GOES OUT TO THE FAMILY. THOMAS WAS A DINWIDDIE HIGH SCHOOL CLASSMATE. CONTINUE TO KEEP FAITH AND PRAYER'S GOD KNOWS BEST.
THOMASINE MCFARLAND TAYLOR,
PETERSBURG , VA
Shelva
September 12, 2010
We will miss you Uncle Tommy!! I'm saying to you "See You Later" I could never say goodbye!! We Love You and Miss You!! Love you always Shelva, Papi, Nyla and Zoe..Tell Momma and Shirley we said hello.
Sylva Crittendon-Lockley
September 11, 2010
Tommy,
We miss you and will always cherish the memories and the love.
Peace,
Billie, Sylvia & Cecilia
sonja hawkins
September 10, 2010
Uncle Tommy, what can I say! There are no words that I have that can explain what I'm feeling right now. Just know that we love you so much and appreciate every thing that you did for me and the kids.
Love,
Moody, Joe, Kaila, Cari, Ryan, Evan
Shaddy
Valerie Wiggins
September 10, 2010
To the Crittendon family,I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your brother.
My prayers and thoughts of sorry are are with you.Just remember God makes no mistakes,call on him,he will comfort you.
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