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GEORGE PATRICK CRAPPS "Pat"
A resident of Herndon, Virginia, died Sunday night, March 30, 2014, in a Reston, Virginia hospital due to complications from the swine flu (H1N1 virus). He was 51.Pat was well known in his community as a sweet man who always put others first. He loved to laugh, tell stories and eat good food. He will be sorely missed.Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, April 6, 2014, in the Holman-Headland Mortuary Chapel, Headland, Alabama, with Pastor William Attaway, Reverend Dennis Singletary and Dr. Ray McKenzie officiating. Burial will follow in the Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Cemetery, near Abbeville, Alabama. The family will receive friends from 12:30 until 2 p.m. Sunday at the mortuary.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Pat's Church, Southview Community Church, 2620 Reston Parkway, Herndon, VA 20171.Pat Crapps was born in Ft. Gaines, Georgia and was reared in the Capps Community of Henry County, Alabama. He was a graduate of Abbeville High School and the Computer Learning Center in Alexandria, VA. In earlier years, he served his country in the U. S. Marine Corps. He then worked for the U.S. Senate, Sergeant at Arms, and for the Architect of the Capitol in Washington, DC. Pat was self-employed as the operator of a window and door screen business. He was a member of the Southview Community Church. Pat was preceded in death by his father, George Marion Crapps. Surviving relatives include his wife, Elizabeth Anne (Betty) Morgan, Herndon, VA; his mother, LaRose Taylor Shirley, Dothan, AL; numerous cousins in Alabama.
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Chris Sheppard
March 30, 2020
Larger than life with a heart of gold, every time I think about McDonalds cheeseburgers, I think of Pat. You couldn't miss his physical presence and strength only surpassed by his faith.
Jerry Sanchez
April 25, 2014
Betty,
Please receive my condolences. The sorrow and pain from your loss may diminish over time and may eventually be understood and accepted by you. But the memories of your long union will be with you forever. .
Philip & Jean Russell
April 17, 2014
Our sincere condolences in your loss and Patrick's passing. Praying that the Peace of The Lord sustain you.
Billye Adams
April 15, 2014
Betty, my deepest sympathies for the loss of your husband Patrick. It may be God's will and that he is where he belongs, but for you... the daily living must go on. It is the hardest challenge to face, so be gentle with yourself and true to your soul. Peace be with you and all his and your families. I know you'll have wonderful support. Blessings,
Lauren Clear
April 15, 2014
He was that fun-loving guy on the other end of your cellphone one day when Betty let me use her phone for car-problems. As I was dialing for assistance, Pat was calling Betty, unbeknowing that she had lended her cellphone to me. "Hey Baby", "Who is this", "Who do you want it to be?"...."ummmmm, I'm going to hang up now..." Betty had to call him back and tell him she had loaned her phone to someone. It was so hillarious.
Ann Leggio
April 11, 2014
Betty, I can't express how sorry I am for your loss. I will keep Pat as well as you in my prayers. God bless you both.
Steve Averbach
April 11, 2014
Betty,
I am so sorry for your loss. May family, friends, and faith sustain and comfort you during this difficult time.
Karen
April 8, 2014
Betty and Rose,
I am truly sorry for your loss. I hope that the cherished memories you have of Patrick will offer you some comfort at this difficult time.
Patrick and Robbie at Live Nativity
Francine Albritton
April 7, 2014
My husband, Robert, and I moved in next door to Betty and Patrick almost 6 years ago just as my son, Robbie, was finishing up preschool. We found a toy truck on the lawn, so we placed near our mailbox, assuming that the forgotten toy would be retrieved by the child-owner. The next morning, the truck was on our porch. A few days later, we found another new toy on our front lawn, and then another. We soon discovered that they were gifts from Patrick. Patrick was a loving, caring, and forgiving man with a strong faith in God and a giving spirit. He was the first to not only offer help, but to take it upon himself to provide help. He loved his mother, his wife, his family, his church, and his community. Our hearts weep for the loss of our wonderful friend.
Halloween treats from Patrick and Betty
Francine Albritton
April 7, 2014
Josie Williams
April 5, 2014
Betty and Rose I send my love and prayers to you and your family. I send a prayer of comfort to you and that God will continue to help you through your loss. I love you so much my sister in Christ and I know this is hard but God is going to help you through. To God Be the Glory.
Diana Nichols
April 4, 2014
Betty, Our prayers remain with you...
Diana Nichols (sister of Judy Johnson
Cleo Lowery
April 4, 2014
Betty,
May God give you strength to comfort you through this most difficult time. Pat will be missed but his WONDERFUL memories live on forever. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love,
Cleo and Joe
April 4, 2014
Betty, we send our love and prayers of comfort to you. May the treasured memories of Pat-- his kind heart, his laughter, and his generous spirit help to abate your grief.
--Marty and Karen
Sandra Killgore
April 4, 2014
Betty, I am sorry sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Chris & LaVon Sheppard
April 4, 2014
Pat we loved you and still do..we can hardly wait to see you in heaven where I know you will be cooking. you left a hole in our hearts..not just the one from your ghost pepper. It's a beautiful thing
Cynthia & Philippe Priolet
April 4, 2014
We join you in mourning our dear friend and brother in Christ, Pat. His life, love and willingness to share his powerful testimony have impacted our family – and I'm sure countless others – for eternity. We are so grateful to Pat, Betty and Rose for loving, supporting and lifting up our family in times of need. Pat is incredibly missed already by all his friends at Southview. What a privilege to have called him our friend. Yet we do not mourn as those with no hope and rejoice that he is right now in the very presence of the Lord and Savior that he loved so deeply. Psalm 27:4
Terry, Emily, and Genesis
April 4, 2014
Betty
Our love goes to you, Rose and your family and I want to share this with you . . .
"Tribulations, grief, and sorrw
Are but heaven's steppingstones
To a bright and glad tomorrow
Where no heartache can be known" - Glass
We can endure this life's trials because of God's love and the next life's joys.
Love
Rene Curbelo
April 4, 2014
Betty and Rose, my heart goes out to you and I pray God heals your broken heart. Rose, I know what is like to lose a son. I lost mine early in his life too.
Betty, I know Pat was more than just your husband. He was your friend, your confidant, and your lover. God has decided to take him for an important task and give you another assignment. Remember this: God never gives you something you cannot handle. In time, you will find out what God has assigned to you. I pray that God quickly heals your open wound.
With love,
Rene
Maggie Varga
April 4, 2014
Betty and Rose, May it comfort you to know that, your loved one is safe in God's care now, and that friends are praying for you in your time of sorrow. With sympathy,
Maggie
Bill Hough and Charles Rhodes
April 4, 2014
Betty: I will always remember how strong and kind he was and especially how he made us laugh. Our deepest sympathies for your loss and our most heartfelt joy for the time you two had together.
Michael Lee
April 4, 2014
While I only met Pat a couple times, he was always a really nice guy. I know how much he meant to Betty and all her friends. My sympathies to all who loved and will miss him. May God give you strength and happiness in knowing that Patrick is at home with Him.
Venkatesh
April 4, 2014
My condolences to the family of Betty. Our prayers are with you for strength and courage.
Mike & Patrick chilling at one of our early jewelry shows...
Reema Ayoub
April 4, 2014
I can't begin to fathom the many daily ways Mike & I will miss you, Patrick... My heart breaks for you Betty, and Rose too. May God grant you both with the strength, comfort, and peace that you will need as you adjust to life without Patrick. I'm just so grateful for your large wonderful support net - we're here. Anytime...
Patrick truly was one of the most generous and intelligent people we've ever known – generous with his love, his time, his money, his food, his big boy tools, his compliments and of course, his amazing stories and boy, could he spin them!
One of my favorite regular exchanges with "Booboo" - Patrick: "that's a mighty fine looking (fill in the blank) you got there Reema Ayoub!" Reema: "why, that's mighty kind of you Patrick Crapps!" Rest in peace my friend, but know that your work is not yet done where your buddy "Minnekus" is concerned...
Love and Blessings to you all - Reema & Mike
April 2, 2014
My condolences to the family for the loss of your dear loved one. May you be strengthened by prayers so that you may endure fully. Colossians 1:11
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