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Joan McCrory Obituary

Joan F. McCrory NORFOLK - Our beloved mother, Joan F. McCrory, known to her many friends affectionately as "Ms. Mac," returned to our heavenly Father Oct. 14, 2010. She left behind to her children, the Gift of Life, unconditional Love, countless happy memories and the following quotation, "Do not stand at my grave and weep. I am not there, I do not sleep. I am a thousand winds that blow; I am the diamond glints on snow. I am the sunlight on the ripened grain; I am the gentle autumn's rain. When you awaken in the morning's hush, I am the swift uplifting rush of quiet birds in circled flight. I am the soft star that shines at night. Do not stand at my grave and cry, I am not there, I did not die." Our mother was preceded in death by her loving and caring husband, Wilson K. "Mac" McCrory. She is survived by her four children, daughter, Joan F. McCrory of Norfolk, Rob McCrory and wife Linda of Suffolk, Mike McCrory and wife Debbie of Cumming, Ga., and Jim McCrory and wife Pat of Chesapeake. She is also survived by seven grandchildren and 10 great- grandchildren. A graveside service will be held Thursday, Oct. 21, in Forest Lawn Cemetery at 1 p.m. by the Rev. Ken Cleveland. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested memorial donations be made to Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America, National Processing Center, Attn.: Honor and Memorial Gifts P.O. Box 1245, Albert Lea, MN 56007 in "Ms. Mac's" name. You may offer your condolences to the family at www.smithandwilliamskempsville.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Oct. 19, 2010.

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Kaye Davenport

October 20, 2010

My, My.....too many memories for me to even begin to put on paper. The years we were neighbors and the fun and laughter we shared ...... time has passed so quickly but Joan (Ms. Mac) will always bring a smile to my family when we think of her. Love to you children and I hope to see you on Thursday. Love you all,

October 20, 2010

Dear McCrory Family, All of us at The Pancake House were saddened to learn that Ms. Mac passed away. All of us loved to hear her brag about her bingo winnings the night before. She always seemed to have a lot more winning nights than losers. Bingo parlors will never be the same without her. Robbie, I especially wanted to say how sorry I am. Your mom always let me know how you were doing. She always said she was going to get you to Norfolk to stop by. She was quite a lady. May her memory be eternal.
Nick Renesis and the staff at The pancake House

October 20, 2010

Joan,our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. You will have wonderful memories from now on.. ( we have misplaced your phone number)
Your Mom sounds like a great lady--just like you Diane and Curt Schmidt

Sherry Uribe

October 20, 2010

Ms.Mac...thanks for all the positive encouragement and advice you gave me. Thanks for leaving the light on and the door ajar so I could drop by anytime. Thanks for the memory of your voice, your stories, your "honest opinion" and your laughter. Joanie, Jimmy, Robbie and Mike...I pray for God to comfort you in this time of separation from your sweet Mother. She loved you so much. God bless you all.

Cora Bell Bishop

October 19, 2010

Jim, Mike, Joanie and Robbie, I am so sorry to hear of your Mother's passsing. She was one in a million and one that will never be forgotten. She was like a second Mom to Dianne and I and definitely a big part of the memories of our growing up. We both thought so very much of her. Please know that you and your families are in our thoughts and prayers. Our love to you.

Theresa Clous

October 19, 2010

Thoughts and prayers to Joanie's family. What a great lady she was. She had such a wonderful and ironic sense of humor. With one look she could make me and my Mom laugh. God has reclaimed one of His best.

Eileen Kolpacke

October 19, 2010

Joanie, Robbie, Mike & Jim,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during these difficult days. We will always treasure our memories and times with Ms. Mac and your entire family. She is a wonderful woman who has left a lot of joy to be remembered. Peace to you all Eileen, Al, Joey & Jack Kolpacke, Summerville, SC

Tom & Shirley Perry

October 19, 2010

We offer our deepest, heartfelt sympathy to the family of Ms Mac (Ms Personality Plus). She never met a stranger. Gone but never forgotten.

Kindest Regards,

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