Amanda Jones Crigger

ABIGNDON, VA

Amanda Jones Crigger, age 40, passed away on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at the Johnston Memorial Hospital in Abingdon, VA. 

Amanda was born on January 10, 1985, in Marion, VA. A natural athlete from a young age, she especially excelled in softball, a sport she loved dearly. She graduated from Marion Senior High School in 2003 and went on to earn her bachelor’s degree from UVA Wise. Always striving to grow and help others, Amanda was pursuing her master’s degree at Radford University.

Known for her giving heart and attentive spirit, Amanda had a remarkable way of making those around her feel valued and cared for. Her love extended beyond her own children to any child who crossed her path, a passion that shaped both her personal and professional life. Over the years, she served her community in many meaningful ways, from operating a daycare and working with United Way to her most recent role as Workforce Innovations Specialist at EO Companies. Amanda’s compassion, drive, and unwavering commitment to others left a lasting impact on countless lives. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. She is preceded in death by her loving “Papaw” James Jones. 

Survivors include her father and stepmother Paul “Eddie” Jones & wife Sharon; mother who helped raise her throughout the years Renee Rotenberry; children Abbi Crigger and Aiden Crigger; grandmother Carolyn Jones; sisters Crystal Thomas & husband Adam Moody, and Haley Freeman; nephew and niece Townesly & Bridger Moody; uncle & aunt Jimmy Jones & wife Karen; cousins Alex Jones & wife Erica & family and Meagan Owens & husband Trey & family; biological mother Carolyn Gwyn Bowman; and many other loving family and friends. 

Private family graveside funeral services will be held at Rose Lawn Cemetery in Marion with Rev. Leonard Smith officiating. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.bradleysfh.com. Bradley’s Funeral Home of Marion is serving the family of Amanda Jones Crigger.