Edwin Butler Crittenden

I first met Ed in June of 1964. I was a student of architecture at Columbia University and after 10 days of hitch hiking from New York City to Anchorage, I walked into his office on Saturday and asked for a job. We chatted and when he asked me how I got here I told him I was lucky to get a ride up the Al-Can highway with Anchorage resident Wendy Jones. With that Ed said: "You managed to come up the Al-Can with Wendy Jones - you must be special - you are hired". That led to a wonderful summer...

Ed and Kit were a large part of my family.I will always remember and cherish our trips together. Our prayers go out to John and the family Blessings to all

Growing up in Anchorage in the 50's and 60's Mr.Crittenden was a household name. He left an indelible mark on our city and state with his caring and talent. A true Alaska Pioneer.
Condolences to Jim and Molly and your entire family.
Valerie (Sherwood) Anderson

It was a privilege to become acquainted with Ed within the realm of Anchorage architects. He mentored, encouraged and enjoyed many young architects who went on to successfully practice within the community.

Ed was a very talented in his field and as an artist and loved his family very much. May peace be with his family as he is reconnected with his loved ones that have passed on.

John and family,
my condolences to you and your family, my Uncle Jed worked with the three C's and I had the privilege of making your Dad's acquaintance, he was a fine gentleman and influenced many. My Uncle held him in high regard as did I.
God bless you and your family.

Heaven will have more beautiful parks and user friendly streets now. Ed's keen eye will see to that.

Ed Crittenden gave full attention to both big and little clients. He was responsible for small churches built at Girdwood and Tustumena. The Tustumean building was incorporated into the Soldotna United Methodist Church. A true Alaskan pioneer in the best sense of that word.

He was a great architect, man and friend.
Condolences to the family. He helped me
and George Vlastos do some great work for children in Alaska. We need more creative men like Ed in our world today.