Photo courtesy of Roberts Funeral Services - Birmingham
Jan 31, 1942 - Apr 18, 2023
A beautiful spirit, who was a dear friend and classmate. Forever in memory.
Noah Jemison
April 14, 2025 | Brooklyn, NY | Friend
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always. Fond memories growing up across the street from the Crenshaw family.
Cyrilla Miles-Smalls
May 03, 2023 | Springfield, VA | Neighbor
I am truly sorry for your loss. Losing someone so close is so hard. May all your memories comfort you and your family during this time. Jesse and the entire Crenshaw family were friends and neighbors. I am sharing in your sadness as you remember Jesse.
Ann May
April 22, 2023 | Friend
Uncle Chin your missed already RIH
Aunt Dot Condolences to you along with the entire family
Mrs Monique Parker
April 22, 2023 | PleasantGrove, AL | Family
Sincere condolences and Prayers of Comfort for The Crenshaw Family! I Pray that the loving memories you have of Chin will sustain you, as you all moan his passing!
Kathy Webb Hicks
April 21, 2023 | Birmingham, AL | Friend
Breaker Breaker 1,2 I see you've signed off. I'm going to miss saying that to you, that was our thing. I want say goodbye but see you on the other side. RIP Chin you surly held a special part in my heart. Love myself some YOU. Lisa
Alicia Nzamba
April 21, 2023 | Murfreesboro, TN | Family
My condolences to the family. Everybody knows me as “Red” wife Dot Praying for you and family
Dorothy Hill
April 21, 2023 | Birmingham, AL | Friend
Jesse was a dear friend, and we took to each other readily. He spent most of his early life protecting his sisters, as the man of the house. And I respected him for that. Through the track team and baseball we bonded. He was one of the nicest guys in the Pratt City community, and every one knew it. Noah Jemison
Noah Jemison
April 21, 2023 | Brooklyn, NY
Cuz I truly can say I'm goin to miss u. But u will always be in my spirit. Take your rest. To the family my family we are goin to make it. Much Luv to all of u. Jackie McCall.
Jacqueline McCall
April 20, 2023 | Birmingham, AL | Family
In profound sorrow we announce the passing of Mr. Jesse James Crenshaw, Jr. on Tuesday, April 18, 2023.
Jesse James Crenshaw, Jr., affectionately called “CHIN,” was born on January 31, 1942, to the late Reverend Jesse James Crenshaw, Sr., and Esther Jenkins Crenshaw. Jesse’s spiritual journey with Christ began at an early age when he was baptized at Mt. Ararat Baptist Church on Sherman Heights. He later joined Bethel Baptist Church under his father, Pastor Jesse James Crenshaw, Sr.
Jesse was educated in Birmingham, Alabama, where he attended Holy Family Catholic School. From there he went to Western-Olin High in Ensley where he graduated. Jesse ran track, played basketball and football.
After high school, Jesse joined the United States Army where he served 2 years. After his enlistment in the military service he was employed by Alabama Power Company. From there he was employed at the Birmingham Transit Authority, retiring after 30 years of service.
Jesse James Crenshaw, Jr., was married to Dorothy Lamour McKinley Crenshaw. To this union two children were born, one of whom preceded him in death. Two other sons also became a part of this loving family.
He leaves to cherish his memory: his loving and devoted wife, Dorothy Crenshaw; sons, Jessie Crenshaw III, Javaris Crenshaw, and Corey Hollinhead; four sisters, Valarie Crenshaw, Sharon Crenshaw, Donna Crenshaw Holt (Michael), and Tony Crenshaw Webb (Chester); grandchildren, Tiffany, Jessica, Bre Ana, Cortez, Braisha, and Jazmine; great-grandchildren, DeAndre, Cameron, Legend, and MarLee; sisters-in- law, brother-in-law, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, neighbors, and friends.
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