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Dr. Barry and Missy Russell
December 28, 2023
We met Robert at Howard University. He used to tell us about the love of Christ. He exuded so much love for others!
Dr. L. Barry and Missy Russell
January 3, 2023
I am sitting in my living room Dr. Michelle telling my son how wonderful Rev. Crummie is. My husband and i met him while we were attending Howard. My son is 23 and studying Biblical Studies at Wheaton College in Chicago
Sonja Moore
January 2, 2023
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Alvin Alphonso Cleveland
December 29, 2022
Gone, but not forgotten, I still miss my friend.
Dr. Alvin a. Cleveland, Sr.
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LaQuwana Brandon
October 9, 2021
My deepest heart felt condolences to your family
Linda Ebert
June 1, 2020
I'm at such a loss. I worked at the Endowment for Community Leadership in Washington, DC in the early 1990's. Robert was a leader in the community and a partner in the work. He had a great sense of humor and was laser focused on the mission God gave him for his life. I learned he was here in Atlanta a few years ago and reached out to him in regard to a family friend working in a nearby community. I knew Robert would have words of wisdom for him. During the recent unrest in our country, my thoughts turned to Robert. I was sure he'd have just the right perspective. That's when I learned of his unexpected passing. I am heartbroken for his family and extended community. I also know that He is home with his Jesus and that the prayers he prayed for his family, community,nation and world will continue to have an impact.
I am so sorry for your loss. He was a good man.
Brad McPeak
March 4, 2020
I was just starting seminary as Robert was finishing up. He was a great guy and helped me out immensely, both by setting an example of ministry and by encouraging me as I entered a new phase in my life. I was so sorry to hear of his passing. May God comfort you all.
Joann Ricdle
January 16, 2020
To family of Pastor Crummie Sr. You all are in my daily prayers for God, Confront, my Condolences to family, he will be miss but his love he gave to us,God's Love will follow me all the days of my life,may he rest in peace,to family I love you all.
jennifer farris
January 15, 2020
It was my absolute pleasure to meet Mr. Crummie in 2019 while working on a television project with his daughter and father in law. My encounters with him showed him as a true gent and passionate educator. I was extremely saddened to hear of his passing and send my condolences to the ENTIRE family well. I will continue to do my best to support Carver Bible in his honor.
Levi Riddle
January 14, 2020
To the family,
our thoughts and prayers are with you. We will miss Rev. Crummie.
Pete Coleman
January 14, 2020
I met Robert Crummie at one of Benedict College's homecomings. I then discovered that he was from the DC area, as well as I. The second time I met Robert was at Hampton Mall, Capital Heights, Md. He was not a reverend at the time, but it was obvious that he had a special gift. He will be missed. A true man of God.
Sandra Fletcher
January 13, 2020
Carver Bible College will never be the same. President Crummie was a good man with extraordinary goals, dreams and desires for everything that had a place in his heart. In the midst of fiery trails President Crummie stood on the word of God. He was a great man but he was also a common man. President Crummie always made time for his students. He was always optimistic about everything and always gave an encouraging and inspiring word. President Crummie loved Carver and Carver loved him back. Nothing loved is ever lost. Rest In Peace President Crummie❤
Byron Robinson
January 12, 2020
I am sad but heaven is rejoicing. You are gone because you were ready. Ill see you in glory!
Virginia walker
January 12, 2020
Condolences and love to the family of Reverend Robert Crummie. Awesome man of God
Ethel Brown
January 12, 2020
My condolences to the family of Reverend Doctor Robert Crummie my prayers are with you and may God keep you. From Minister Ethel D. Brown of New Canaan Baptist Church in Washington DC.
Andrew E Honeycutt
January 12, 2020
Dr. Crummie wes dedicated to Christian service.
January 11, 2020
"This hurts my heart I wasn't formally a member of the church but I did attend a few of the sermons and I remember my first time attending he welcomed me and my sister and was so excited because we attended his Alma mater Benedict College "
-Tilaha Stewart
Constance Terry-
January 11, 2020
Praying for your entire family during this difficult time!
Sharon Hunt
January 11, 2020
It was a pleasure knowing u u always made me laugh will miss that and worry we will take care of your love ones .....love sharon hunt
Barbara Denise Jones
January 11, 2020
To the family, we send our regards. We were so sorry to hear about the loss of our dear brother. It is our prayer that the Lord will be all you need at this time.
Barbara D and Ernest Tyson Jones
Teresa Banks
January 11, 2020
To the family of Robert W Crummie, you have my deepest sympathy. Robert was like my little brother whom I have know since being in the sandbox together. On our block we were close nit...his mother was my mother and my mother was his mother. Our parents back then was able to correct us when we got out of hand something you don't see anymore! When ever we left the area Mrs Crummie would tell us take Robert with you, he was the baby so I would put him on my hip and off to the playground we would go. Robert was a great guy and had compassion for people, so he will greatly be missed! Love and miss you my brother. One thing for sure I know you are walking on those streets paved in gold conversating with the Lord! R.I.P
Vivian Cost
January 11, 2020
My deepest condolences to the family.
Hebrew 13:5 - I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.
Lance Colclough Sr
January 10, 2020
I am so sorry to hear of Robert's passing
A truly Good man and my college classmate..
Lance Colclough Sr
Benedict Class of 83
Omega Psi Phi
Patricia Scott-Harrell
January 10, 2020
My Condolences to Carla and the Crummie family for your loss.
Patricia
Benedict College Alumni
Alvin Cleveland,Sr.
January 10, 2020
Robert, I will miss you so much. We shared so many things in common. We were close friends. I will see you one day in heaven.
Alvin A. Cleveland,Sr.
Carol Bell
January 10, 2020
To Mrs Crummie and family, I was sad to hear about Rev Crummie's passing. May God's peace and love comfort you. May the love and support that you will receive from your church family and friends comfort you. God loves you and He always takes care of his children.
Lee and Dayna Watkins
January 10, 2020
There are no words to express how much he will be missed. Carla, Megan and Rob know that we are praying for you all. Dayna will miss the visits and the Bojangles chicken. LOL. Months later when everything calms down, I hope you reflect back and read the comments everyone had to share. He meant more than you know to a lot of us. Love you always.
Mount Calvary Church Members,
Brittany Lynch
January 10, 2020
I am so sorry to hear of the death of Reverend Robert Crummie.
Cathy Reynolds
January 10, 2020
So sorry to hear of President, Dr. Robert Crummie's transition. My heart is with the family and all of Carver Alumni. President was a man of great tenacity and I will always remember Carver's influence on my life.
Carver Alumni
Minister Cathy Reynolds
Lori Gardner
January 10, 2020
I am a parent of a Carver College male basketball player and I have heard nothing but great things about President Crummie. May God comfort and strengthen the family during this hard time.
Robbin Prince
January 10, 2020
Our heartfelt sympathy to the family. Rev Crummie will truly be missed, he was a ray of sunshine a person that truly knew how to show unconditional love a wonderful pastor. God bless and keep you all, much love and sympathy the Varner and Prince family
Gwen Cofield
January 9, 2020
My deepest condolences to Rob's wife, children and family members, his church family and his college family. I knew him from our days at Mt. Sinai Baptist Church in Washington DC, where we served for a time as leaders of the young adult ministry. To see him blossom into such a great leader was a blessing. To learn of his passing was shocking and painful. But the example of his life teaches us that God has welcomed him with open arms, and those same arms will wrap around all who are in mourning, to provide comfort during this difficult time.
Nena
January 9, 2020
Carla, sending you and your family our deepest sympathy. You and Robert are close to my heart and I am deeply sorry for your loss. Please know that my family and I are praying for you and your family in this difficult time. Love, Nena.
Conrad Wallace Hill Jr.
January 9, 2020
I am Conrad Wallace Hill Jr. I was very close to Rev. Crummie. I am not able to be in church but he continued to minister to me over the past 20 years through letters and visits.
We joked about playing basketball together and enjoying life together through worship at Mt. Calvary. He along with the college as awarded me a scholarship to attend Carver. I would have loved to be in the college under his Presidency but God called him home before I could start school. I'm looking forward to starting and finishing in his honor.
My condolences to the family and our church family. He will be sorely missed but I thank God for this man who has and always will be my dear friend.
Karen Scott
January 9, 2020
Robert was a great person to know. He will be missed by many.
Tanya Mitchell
January 9, 2020
I was very heartbroken to hear of the passing of my childhood brother/friend. Robert has always been a great humble person. Robert grew up in Washington, D.C. We were neighbors but most of all we were family. I am very thankful that I had to chance to worship with him in 2012 and meet Carla and their children at Mt. Olive Baptist Church. When Robert would see that I was visiting in Atlanta, he would send me a message to come visit Mt. Olive. Robert I want you to know that I love you my brother and I will come visit again. To Vicki and Charles, this was a heart breaker. Continue to pray and keep God first.
Peggy Evans
January 9, 2020
I am sorry to hear about Rev. Robert Crummie's death. He was a genuine individual. I had met him when he was at Mt. Sinai Baptist Church under the leadership and guidance of the late Rev. David Durham. He was love by all and will truly be missed. My prayers goes out to his wife and children at this time of healing.
Rhoda Gonzales
January 8, 2020
Dr. Robert Crummie was a good friend and co-laborer in ministry. He worked with my husband, Pastor Vince Gonzales, at The Urban Alternative radio ministry for Dr. Tony Evans, in Dallas, Texas. We all shared beautiful times while he attended Dallas Theological Seminary and attended Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship. His strength, godly character, exposition of God's Word and friendship will be missed. Until we see each other again in Glory, Dr. Crummie.
Shellie Jones
January 8, 2020
Carla, I was sadden and shocked to hear of our friend and your dear husbands passing. Extending my deepest condolences to you and your family. Sending you a big love sisterly hug and prayers. Know that I am thinking g of you with love and prayers ♥
Sheryl Dozier
January 8, 2020
I like Rev Crummie. He made me feel welcome to be apart of his congregation. He always had time to listen to what you have to say and to give you encouraging supportive words to help you with anything you were going through. From what I knew of him. Rev. Crummie was very nice Christian man who care for his church, family, community, another. He will be truly missed by everyone.
Marlin Harris
January 7, 2020
I can 't begin to describe the profound sorrow that we feel in the loss of Pastor Robert Crummie. He was a bright spirit that shined his light around all who knew him. He was a wonderful husband, a present and loving father, a compassionate pastor and a wonderful friend. All who knew him, will miss him greatly. We take this time to grieve with his family, his church, his college and his community.
Pastor Marlin D. and Monica Harris
The New Life Church Family
Decatur, GA
Sonja Moore
January 6, 2020
I am truly sadden by the loss of our Pastor.You will be greatly missed by the the entire Mt.Calvary family.You we're a wonderful God fearing man.May God bless Carla,Robert jr,Megan and the entire Crummie Family.God bless
Jerry Carroll
January 6, 2020
Please accept our sincere heartfelt prayers. Pastor Crummier became a friend, mentor and ministry supporter over the years we got to know him. Trust God to get you through . . .He is a Healer!
Jerry and Tamara Carroll
The Sparrows' Nest Ministries, Inc
Woodstream Church family
Bowie, MD
January 6, 2020
We are saddened by the sudden death of Pastor Crummier. He had been a friend , supporter and mentor, if from a distance, to us individually and to our teen ministry. He will be lissed but his words of advice will live on . . .
Jerry and Tamara Carroll
The Sparrows' Nest Ministries, Inc.
(Woodstream Church family)
Bowie, MD
January 6, 2020
Our deepest sympathies to Robert's family. We pray for you at this difficult time.
Your friends at Trinity Press.
Joy Mooi
January 6, 2020
Our heartfelt condolences to Carla, Lil Rob, Meagan and the extended family as you mourn the loss of your beloved Robert. Be assured of our continued prayers and love.
Reverend Percy and Joy Mooi (Johannesburg, South Africa)
January 5, 2020
Sincere condolences to the Crummie, Mt. Calvary MBC and Carver families. President Crummie worked relentlessly on behalf of others and will truly be missed.
-Cynthia D. Stargell, Adjunct Faculty
Jim & Elise Berryhill
January 5, 2020
I met Robert when he first came to Carver. I didn't know of Carver but he came to speak to the missions committee at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church. I was taken with this humble and supremely talented young man of God. I served on Carver's Board for several years and am privileged and proud to have been there when Robert was installed as President 20 years ago. What a blessing he has been to Carver and many hundreds and thousands of people young and old that he touched as an educator and pastor.
In my grief, I know that Robert was met by his Savior and welcomed with the words, "well done, thou good and faithful servant".
Our prayers are with Robert's family and Carver College.
Linda Lapp
January 5, 2020
Condolences to Carla, Robert Jr., Meagan, and family. No words can really comfort the soul in this time of grief. Only that God has you in his protective arms and know that you know where Rev. Crummie is now. Absent from the body is present with the Lord. He will be missed. Love and prayers from the Lapp family
Nicolé Robinson
January 5, 2020
My deepest condolences go to both the biological & spiritual families of President Crummie. I was blessed to work for him for a short period of time at Carver. He was an outstanding man of God & a wonderful person. Although I am deeply saddened at this loss, I understand that The Most High makes no mistakes once I see how many lives were positively impacted by His dedicated servant. I pray for peace, understanding, & comfort for everyone involved in President Crummie's life. I know this loss will take a major toll on our communities, but I pray that we can continue to come together to ensure the success of our youth. Amen.
January 5, 2020
President Crummie was my husbands boss at Carver. He gave my husband the opportunity to do what he loves, and that's coach. He opened this door for him to act within his passion and for this I'll be forever grateful. This was so sudden, but none of us know the time or the hour and for this I know it could only be orchestrated by our lord and savior. President Crummie will be missed around Carver. I'm thankful for his presence in my husband life and for all the games we caused havoc as we yelled Cougars loud and proud! To be absent from the body is to be present with the lord.......rest on! Praying for your sweet family.....with sincere thoughts.
Kymberly Spencer
Eric Sadler
January 4, 2020
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Rhys Stenner
January 4, 2020
Thankful for fellowship with President Crummie. It was a privilege to speak at Carver Bible College and to be introduced by a humble man of God. With Love from New Hope Baptist Church.
Rhys Stenner
Lecia Miller
January 4, 2020
Sorry for your loss. I was a classmate of Robert's.
Lawyer & Emma Dudley
January 4, 2020
Our heartfelt sympathy, with Love, to the FAMILY.
Loretta Brown
January 4, 2020
Rest In Peace for you will be truly missed. In God We Trust.
Brenda Adams
January 4, 2020
My sincerest condolences to the family of Pastor Robert Crummie, Sr. I pray that God grants you the strength to to endure the days ahead. May God continue to bless and keep each pf you. Much love. The Carrecter and Steele Family
Carlton Williams
January 3, 2020
Dr. Crummie you will truly be missed. My prayers to Carla and the rest of the Crummie family,
January 3, 2020
We All Loved You Here, But God Loved You Best . Your Journey Here Is Completed ! RIH
William Martin
January 3, 2020
Truly a great person and will be missed. Thanks for always showing love. Love to the family during this time and forever.
Charles R. Gray Jr
January 3, 2020
Rest in Gods Glory my HomeBoy Thanks for coming to Riverdale Baptist as a candidate for Pastor.This came as a shock will pray for your Wife and Children. JESUS IS LORD.
James Sinkfield
January 3, 2020
May you rest in perpetual peace knowing that you served the Lord graciously and faithfully.
January 3, 2020
Dearest Sister Crummie, Their are times when people will say "I KNOW HOW YOU FEEL and they are truly trying to be Kind. BUT, I SAY THIS FROM THE HEART: 18 months ago the LORD called my dear Husband Home and I know how You Feel!!! Therefore, I will Prayer Yours, You Son and Daughter strength in the LORD.... Hold on to the the TRUTH You Know!!!!
My Family(S. Dante' & S. Darius Parker) hold many great memories of President Crummie, it was a Blessing to have known him...
Sis. Dianne Powell McLendon
Dearest
James and Deborah Jackson
January 3, 2020
Our prayers and condolences are with the Crummie family.
Letha Askew-Homer
January 3, 2020
Praying for peace for the family!
Harvey Davis
January 3, 2020
Sad to hear. Praying for the family. I have no doubt that Robert is at home with our LORD.
Stacey Purnell-Amanam
January 3, 2020
My fundest memory of President Crummie is when he remembered my name! It was amazing because he had many students! President Crummie made us feel like we were family! As a graduate of Carver College it was my absolute pleasure to have known him and I will cherish the time we shared over a cup of coffee. My condolences goes out to his family. He was well respected and loved!
Stacey Purnell-Amanam
Sujaya James
January 3, 2020
We are so saddened by this news. Susan, my wife, and I are praying for comfort and help to Sis. Carla Crummie, Robert Jr., Meagan, Dr. Benjamin Jacks, Mrs. Olive Jacks and all the immediate and extended family members and friends.
"God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble" (Psalm 46:1).
Mo Mo
January 3, 2020
I will always remember you for your stand against the virtues that doesn't align with the Lords statutes.
You stood strong and did not compromise despite all temptations and offers. You are a rare gem.
I will always remember you as I sing your favorite song . Lord prepare me, to be a sanctuary.
You'll always be a living sanctuary for the Lord.
With love and tears in my eyes..BIGMO
January 3, 2020
The Crummie family and Carver Bible College community has my prayers and sympathy regarding this great loss.
-VenriQue H. Roberts PhDc
Professor Antionette Wilkerson
January 3, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Willie Peterson III
January 3, 2020
In a very short span, Rev. Crummie achieved leading a church and a bible college; he changed lives to make living better, a great example has been called home.
Condolences to his wife and children with thanks to the Lord for allowing Rev. Crummie to live his life of service.
Those whose lives he touched are better for it.
Patrcia Adams Gause
January 3, 2020
Sending my prayers to Mrs. Crummie, son, daughter, and family for the loss of Rev Dr Robert Crummie. He will be truly missed, as part of the Benedict College Family.
Great man of God, will be missed, but not forgotten.
Sheresa Melvin
January 3, 2020
You will truly be missed!
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