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Roy Milton Crite Sr.

Roy Crite Obituary

Lt. Col. (Ret.) Roy Milton Crite Sr., age 57, of Chicago, beloved father of Roy Jr. and Bryan; dear brother of Gloria Crite, Emma Crite, Christine Nolen, Walter Crite and Darrell (Kim) Russell; uncle to six; cousin and friend to many. Memorial Services Saturday 10 a.m. at Golden Gate Funeral Home, 2036 W. 79th St., Chicago. 773-846-7900.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Sep. 4, 2004.

Memories and Condolences
for Roy Crite

16 Entries

Denice

August 29, 2025

Roy it has been such a long time of your untimely passing. I will always cherish our friendship..You are always in my .

Audrey L. Toussaint

October 2, 2004

My deepest condolences to the entire Crite family. Roy was truly a special individual. The loss of such a man is a void that will never be filled, although I'll never understand his undying allegiance for the Democratic Party. Take solace in knowing that he was loved by many and that he now knows the pure love of God.

Luci Creque'

September 27, 2004

I just recently learned of his passing this past Sat....I too morn him.He was one *gem of a man,I am so very happy and so very fortunate to had have and call him *Friend. May the sorrow and greif of his passing be short-lived and the memories and good times of his life and living never fade. He was loved by many,including me....I will always miss but shall never forget him.

LaVerne Shade

September 20, 2004

My prayers and thoughts are with the family, particularly with Roy's sons, during the time we spent together most of our conversations were about the love and concern he had for his family. I will always remember Roy for all the rough emotional times that he brought me through. I was consistantly amazed by his intelligence and wisdom. His love for his former sport of basketball was charming and predictable. The world has lost a wonderful, bright and very loving soul.

Dorothiea Roberts

September 17, 2004

To Roy's wonderful family, I feel your pain, I know what you are going through. I also loved him. I Pray that you find comfort in knowing how much he was loved by many.God Bless you. I shall never forget this Beloved man. He touched my heart so completely. He has truly been a gift from God, in my life. I can still hear his wonderful voice, "Be Still My Heart" he will always be in my heart.

God bless you Roy "Quester"..your memories will live on. You will truly be missed..

denice hawkins

September 13, 2004

I remember when we first met I thought that you were so tall and handsome for an older gentleman. Your conversations were always enlighting...You were truly a wealth of information...and willing to share all you know with whoever craved knowledge..Our journey was short..but I am sure you never knew the impact you had on my life...I don't belive you really understood what you meant to me as a friend..that is my only regret...But you are in a better place now...no more worrying, no more pain. Like a thief in the night..you were taken..but your memories will live on in my heart..I was promised the "Pen"..I guess I waited to late to claim it. Now it dosen't matter because I don't have you..Thankful that our paths crossed..Thank You for the life lesson...Take Care..I will see you later..."Sugar"

Jan

September 12, 2004

Perhaps Roy's greatest contribution was the love and support of his sons ... His family was his heart as he fondly spoke of gatherings with his sisters and brother.

His honesty, wit, intelligience and humility (when necessary) all flowed into what made him a unique individual. Missing you Big Guy ...

Janice

September 12, 2004

Denice Hawkins

September 12, 2004

To the friends and family members of Roy...may god bless you and keep you in your time of grief. I could only imagine the feelings that arise..each time someone calls the house asking for Roy...and you have to be bearers of the unfortunate truth..informing the many friends Roy had across the country..of his passing. Roy was an amazing man..smart and very intelligent. He always talked about his boys...and his sisters..that he helped so much, and his tenants..he was so nice..I had the pleasure of meeting Roy November 2003, and face to face..this past March on his way back from.Florida checking..on his son..he went out of his way to come to North Carolina to see me, that's just the kind of guy he was,that was so nice. We both had the military in common, so we always had things to talk about. I vowed that since you had visited first..the next trip was mine..I regret it so..that now I will not get the chance to hold up my end of the bargin. You are truly missed Roy..all I have are the memories..and photos..to remind me of..such an amazing man that God had allowed me to be aquainted with. Each day I struggle with your passing..I can't pick up the phone and listen to you say "Hey Sugar..how are you doing"..on the other end. My heart is heavy with sarrow, my eyes fill with tears when I think of you. It is so hard to say good bye to yesterday...Rest in Peace "Love"..You will always, be in my heart. Missing you like crazy... "Sugar"..

Pat Jones

September 11, 2004

I only today found out about Roy. My prayers are to the family, friends and love ones. To the boys, your father truly loved you, and we would spend hours on the phone talking about you guys, when he was not giving me a history lesson on the United States and abroad. I will truly miss the history lessons but i am thankful for meeting such a fine upstanding gentleman.

Pat

Auburn Mann

September 7, 2004

I was just notified concerning Roy's

passing and was deeply saddened to hear this news. I met Roy in 1973 when we were both stationed at Pope AFB, North Carolina, in 1973. At that time, I was a newly commissioned 2nd Lieutenant in the United States Air Force. Roy acted as a big brother in my case, and was one of the few individuals to sit down and offer guidance and information concerning career and educational progression, during my tour of active duty. Eventhough, I seperated from the Air Force after 4 years, Roy's advice was instrumental in my decision to join both the Air National Guard and the United States Air Force Reserves, thus enabling me to retire from the Air Force Reserves as a field grade officer. Also, Roy was one of a few friends who stayed in contact

with us throughout the years, on a regular basis. Roy, you and your family will always be in our prayers. God has blessed you and will take care of you now, and eventually we will all meet again some day.

Auburn F. Mann, Jr.

jJanie Cooper

September 6, 2004

Roy is no longer with you, but the memories you shared with him will always be alive in your hearts. Remember that God will be with you during and after your time of bereavement.

Yours in Christ,

Councilwoman Janie Cooper

jJanie Cooper

September 6, 2004

Roy is no longer with you,but the memories you shared with him will always be alive in your hearts. God will be with you during and after your time of bereavement.

Yours in Christ,

Councilwoman Janie Cooper

R. Gregory Crite

September 5, 2004

Our prayers are with you as you mourn the loss of Roy. Our prayer is asking God to comfort you and ease the pain that the family is suffering at this time.

Marva Lyde Kent

September 4, 2004

My deepest sympathy to the sons, family and friends. Roy was one of the most down to earth, intelligent and honest man I have ever had the opportunity to call friend. His advice and honesty will always be remembered.

Diane Smith

September 4, 2004

Lovingly "C.B."

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