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Greta Crawford Obituary

Greta M. Crawford NORFOLK - Greta Maria Crawford, 73, of the 800 block of Hadley Road, passed from this life to glory July 3, 2009, quietly and peacefully at Palm Garden of Orlando Nursing Home in Orlando, Fla. Born July 10, 1935, in Washington, N.C., she retired from the Education Association of Norfolk (EAN) after 20 years of service. Ms. Crawford was a faithful member of Garden of Prayer, Church of God in Christ for more than 35 years, where she served in various positions and committees. She was also a graduate of St. Joseph Catholic High School, Class of 1954. Those left behind to cherish her memory are sons, Chris Rodman (Carolyn) of Orlando, Tremayne P. Crawford and daughter, Stephanie D. Rodman of Norfolk; six grandchildren, Chris Rodman II, Tremayne P. Crawford Jr., Jermaine Spruill, Illinoise Williams III, Derrick Williams and Tramell Williams; three great-grandchildren; and a host of relatives and friends. A wake will be held at Graves Funeral Home Thursday, July 9, from 6 to 8 p.m. The homegoing celebration will be held Friday, July 10, at Garden of Prayer Church of God in Christ at 11 a.m. www.gravesfuneralhomeinc.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Jul. 7, 2009.

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Esther Holmes-Crawford

July 8, 2009

May God bless and keep you all today and always. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Carolyn Corprew

July 7, 2009

To Chris, Stephanie & Tremayne
Our prayers are with you and the family during your time of grief. God has called a special angel from labor to reward. May God continue to strenthing you all during this trying time.

Shirley M. George

July 7, 2009

To Chris, Stephanie, Tremayne & Family,

Greta was truly a "lady" who was always in control whether it was on the job,in the community, in her church or in her personal life. She was a joy to know. Her help and assistance as well as friendship to all of our EAN members has left a lasting memory in all of our lives. We will miss her so very much. May your memories, the love she gave to each of you and the pride she had in you help to get you through these times. May your faith and each other guide you at this time. May the Lord be with you. On behalf of the EAN and all of its local, state and national members, we wish you strength, peace and love in the coming days.

myrna matthews

July 7, 2009

Myrna Matthews, a former EAN Board Member, expressing deep sorrow on Greta's passing. She has been a delight to know and a tremendous help to me as I served on the board.

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