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Donald Crenshaw Obituary

Donald Eugene Crenshaw Sr., 60, fondly known as (Duck) went to be with God on December 4, 2009. He was born June 1, 1949 in Roanoke, Va. to the late Waldine Cornelious and Mabel Crenshaw. Donald was also preceded in death by his brother, Charles L. Crenshaw Sr. After graduating from Lucy Addison High School, he married his lifetime love, Roberta Hickman who blessed him with two wonderful children, Donald E. Crenshaw Jr. (Tuesday) and Alysia Burnette (Charles). He is also survived by his siblings, Mary Shorter (Wayne), Avis Diane Reynolds (Earl), Linda Pierson, Waldine Wallace and wife, and Michael Crenshaw (Janice); seven grandchildren, Cyril, Cyrus and Donald III Crenshaw, D'Aundre, Kionte, Azyah and Cordae Burnette. A host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Memorial services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, December 12, 2009, at Loudon Avenue Christian Church with the Rev. William L. Lee officiating. The family will receive friends 30 minutes prior to the memorial service. Condolences may be sent to www.HamlarCurtis.com.

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Published by Roanoke Times from Dec. 6 to Dec. 11, 2009.

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Danny Waller

December 22, 2009

Good bye my friend..You will be missed

Becky Harris Hall

December 21, 2009

Bert, Avis & Mary. My thoughts are with your whole families during this season. You know Duck was one of my favorite people and I will miss him. Fond memories of the times we all spent together growing up and in early adulthood will sustain me. He was a wonderful person. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Much love.

CHAKEETHA "KEKE" SCHULTZ

December 16, 2009

IM AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS I CANT GATHER THE WORDS TO EXPRESS HOW MUCH I AM GOING TO MISS MR CRENSHAW. THOUGH I DIDN'T KNOW HIM THAT LING WE CLICKED INSTANTLY THAT WAS THE THE TYPE OF PERSONALITY HE HAD I ENJOYED WATCHING THE TIME THAT I DID SPEND WITH HIM. GONE BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN

December 12, 2009

TO DONALD CRENSHAW AND TUESDAY.
I AM SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THE LOSS.
DUCK JUST STAY STRONG AND PRAY.REMEMBER
YOU ARE IN MY PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS.

REGGIE JOHNSON
JACKSONVILLE,FL

Venus Day

December 12, 2009

To the family and friends of Duck. May God be with you in your time of bereavement and continue to strengthen you. I knew Duck for 19 years from Caru when I was 8 years old. He was always a kind, warmhearted man. May he rest in peace. He will be truly missed

wade@lawton

December 12, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Clara Blagmon

December 11, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Janie Ollie

December 11, 2009

My prayers are with you all. Duck was a wonderful person.

Love
Janie T. Ollie and family

December 11, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Cassandra Webb Taylor and Family

Clotiel Smith

December 11, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

clotiel smith

December 11, 2009

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Chris Stewart

December 11, 2009

May God and prayer comfort you. Duck was a fun guy, so may those precious memories allow a big smile because he will always be near. God bless.

james saunders

December 11, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Angeline Long Jones

December 10, 2009

Dear Mary and Family:

May God grant you comfort and peace during this time of bereavement and may precious memories allow you happiness and joy.

"'I will not leave you comfortless: I will come to you.'" John 14:18

Frontis, Krista, Briana and Janae Blakeney

December 10, 2009

Please accept our deepest sympathies for your loss. May God Bless you and your family.

Nikki Bonds

December 10, 2009

To Duck's family,

Duck will be greatly missed and was a great friend. Our hearts & prayers are with you always.

Gordon Bonds & Family

Ernestine and all the Reids

December 10, 2009

Dearest Mary and Dean and the rest of the Crenshaw family, it is once again one of our beloved Center Ave family has been called home after fighting a good fight as Will had done.I know what you are going through as I sit here with tears in my eyes.Still we know they are both home free,at peace, no pain but most of all in the presenc of God.Keeping you in love and prayer.

December 10, 2009

To Donald Jr., Alisha, Mary and Diane,

We all need a time to grieve - quiet time for reflections to shift through memories and come to grips with what has happened.

We need time for tears, not for Duck who is now at peace in Heaven; but for ourselves as we realize that things will never be the same.

We all need a time to just "be" when we can open ourselves to GOD and let the reassurance of His everlasting love start to heal our broken hearts.

I am praying for you and wishing you peace.

Christine C. Williams
Cousin

ZEE COLES

December 9, 2009

To Be Absent From The Body Is To Be Present With The Lord....I was sadened to hear that "Duck" passed away...Bert,Donald,Alysia...you are all in my prayers....look to the hills which cometh your help!...I will be praying for your strength during this tough time...with love and sympathy be blessed!

Marilyn Watson

December 9, 2009

Avis, Mary, Donald, Alysia and the Crenshaw family I offer my sincere condolences. May God give you all the strength to continue your earthly journey. May you all gain some comfort knowing that Duck is now resting in the arms of our Saviour no longer having to suffer the ravage of disease. My thoughts and prayers continue to be with you doing the days to follow.

Bubbie Hall

December 9, 2009

We meet your Daddy Don on a ballfield playing ball with you at GE! Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you!

Ruth M. Williams

December 9, 2009

To all of the Crenshaw family, which includes my two children, Susan and Chuck. Duck and I had something special between us. We loved each other truely as sister and brother.
He had such a generous heart and infecious laugh. I believe that he is smiling now that he is resting in the arms of Jesus.
Be Blessed,family

Jerome "Spanky" &Sondra Stephens

December 9, 2009

Dear Family, We would like to extend our sincerest condolences in the loss of Daddy "Duck". May God continue to comfort you during this difficult time. We love you and are praying for you all! Let us know what we can do.

God Bless,

Tasha Price Webb

December 9, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

December 9, 2009

To the Crenshaw family,
I am truly sorry to hear of Duck's death. I will miss him. Please remember you all are in my prayers and thoughts. God bless you all.
Jackie Franklin-DeBerry
Atlanta, Ga.

Moneque Hall

December 9, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family. May you allow God to comfort you during your time of bereavement.

The Hall Family!!

December 8, 2009

To the Crenshaw Family.

Our prayers are with you during your time of sorrow.

Patrick Family

Rita Joyce

December 8, 2009

To Bert, Alysia and Donald. May you find peace in knowing that your loved one is at peace and free from pain and suffering. Seek comfort and strength from the most Highest who says that He will never leave or forsake you. God Bless you.

Michelle Gaither

December 8, 2009

To Donald and Tuesday Crenshaw and Sons,

So sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

December 8, 2009

To Avis and your entire family, my deepest sympathies are with you and praying that you will feel God's strength and peace as you grieve your loss.

Bonnie Zaleta

December 8, 2009

To Avis and your entire family, my deepest sympathies are with you and praying that you will feel God's strength and peace as you grieve your loss.

December 8, 2009

To the Crenshaw family Duck was a good friend and neighbor for a number of years to us. He will be sadly missed
by all of us.
Love, Tommy, Pauline and Tony Graves

December 8, 2009

To the Crenshaw family Our prayers and thoughts go out to
you. Duck was sweet man and a good neighbor to me the
two years I've lived next to him He will be sadly missed by us all.
Love, Pearl, Markus, Bonnie

Gus & Linda Vaughn

December 8, 2009

Donald, Alysia and entire Crenshaw Family,
Duck was a true fighter but he became tired and God knew that it was time. We already miss him more than you will ever know. Donald and Alysia your dad loved you both very much. In time we hope that you all will find comfort knowing that he is pain free and at peace.
Gus & Linda Vaughn

Haven of Hope Covenant Church

December 8, 2009

To the entire Crenshaw family -
We pray that the comfort that only God can give surounds you during this time. If we can do anything please let us know.
We love you,
Haven of Hope Covenant Church Family & Pastors Boyd & Camillie Bullock

Janet Donahue

December 8, 2009

To Avis and the rest of the Crenshaw family my deepest sympathy for your loss. I pray that God will heal your hearts soon.

Briggitte Mason

December 8, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Shara Webb

December 7, 2009

To my family the Crenshaw's, I want to say this... Weeping may endureth for a night, but joy comes in the morning. I loved uncle Duck very much and will never forget something’s he has said or done. Alysia and Donald I pray that God give you strength to go throughout your days and know that you will see your father again. He fought hard and lived harder. He was a soldier and will suffer no more. I love you all and if you shall need anything I will be right there. Love your lil cousin Shara Webb

Linda Saunders-Lawson

December 7, 2009

To the Crenshaw family (my extended family), I was heartbroken to hear of Duck's passing even though I knew it was coming. I will miss and treasure all the times we had together, whether happy or sad. Duck was always there for my family during those times. As the days and weeks pass, and as we return to life's routine, may we all continue to feel comforted by the thought that God knew best and he is know longer in pain.

Darlene Rhodes

December 6, 2009

To the Crenshaw family, Duck was a very good friend to me I 'm so sorry for your loss he will be greatly missed I pray that God give you comfort and my prayers are with you all. MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL.

Lois Whorley-Crawford

December 6, 2009

To the Crenshaw family, I pray for Gods comfort and protection. I will keep you-all in my prayers.

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