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Jefferson Crump Obituary
After graduating from East Mecklenburg High School in 1964, Jeff joined the US Army and attained the Rank of E6. He was with the US Army for 6 1/2 years. Upon leaving the US Army, Jeff secured a position as a Deputy Sheriff with Montgomery County in Maryland. He was with the Montgomery County Sheriffs Office for 25 years. After retiring from the Sheriffs Office, he and his wife relocated to Charlotte, NC.
Jeff loved his family, his friends and his animals, and enjoyed spending time with them. He enjoyed trips to the beach and playing golf at Pine Lake Country Club. Jeff attended Wilson Grove Baptist Church in Mint Hill.
In addition to his parents, Jeff was preceded in death by his daughter, Sheila Crump Lott in 2013; sister, Barbara Presson; brothers, Haywood and Bill Crump; and brothers-in-law, Clarence Bradley and Grady Helms.
Jeff is survived by his wife of 49 1/2 years, Evi Gnatowski; sisters, Bernice Helms, Louise Bradley, Bessie Jane Rushing (J.D.), Ruth Belk, Pauline Edwards, Joyce Harris (Steve), and Ann Harris (Norfleet); brother, John Crump (Phyllis); as well as his brother-in-law, Morris Presson, and sisters-in law, Betty Crump and Yvonne Crump.
A visitation with the family will be on Friday, July 7, 2017, from 10:00-11:00 a.m. at Wilson Grove Baptist Church in Mint Hill, with a funeral service to follow at 11:00 a.m. at the church. Pastor Rob Mariucci will officiate. Burial will immediately follow in Sunset Memory Gardens in Mint Hill.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Cancer Society (https://donate3.cancer.org/).
Condolences may be offered at www.mcewenminthillchapel.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jefferson Crump
July 9, 2017
Evi, we are sad to hear of Jeff's passing. You have our deepest sympathy, Although we left Maryland 40 years ago we have very fond memories of you, Jeff and Sheila. Rich and Pat Sereg, Merrimac, WI [email protected]
RONALD FRYE
July 9, 2017
EVI,SO SORRY TO HEAR OF JEFFS PASSING.WE WORKED TOGETHER FOR ABOUT 20 YEARS.HE WAS A GREAT DEPUTY,AND PERSON.RIP
RONNEY & DEBBIE FRYE
Dawn Patton
July 8, 2017
Evi, I'm so sorry to hear of your family's loss. The few times that I had the pleasure of meeting Jeff he was such a caring & loving man that adored you. I know life without him on earth will be challenging but remember he will always be with you, you have lots of family & friends that are here for you and ultimately he is in a better place and reunited with Sheila & his parents. May you find strength and know that you're in my thoughts and prayers.
Nina Johnson
July 7, 2017
Dear Evie, Bob and I are so sorry to hear about Jeff's passing. Bob remembers fondly the years he worked with Jeff and I will always remember the fun times we shared when you lived here in Maryland. Our deepest sympathy, Nina and Bob Johnson
Mike Godwin
July 7, 2017
Sorry to hear about Jeff's passing. Worked with him from 1985 until his retirement. My sympathy to all the family and friends.
Jan Hayes
July 7, 2017
Dear Evi, I am so sorry for your loss! You and Jeff were always there for mom when she needed great friends. Please do not hesitate to call on me for anything you need. Partners in life like you two are very special and the void of one can be very hard. You are in my thoughts and prayers for healing!
July 7, 2017
Evie you are in our thoughts and prayers. We heard the news from John and Bindu.
Accept our sympathy.Don and Carol Schacht
July 7, 2017
Evie you are in our thoughts and prayers. We heard the news from John and Bindu.
Accept our sympathy.Don and Carol Schacht
Alice McCain
July 6, 2017
To the Crump Family. You do not know me. However, Jeff and I were Deputy Sheriffs together.
We lost touch and I am sorry for that. Jeff was a wonderful person and great Deputy Sheriff. For me, he was very special.
He was always there for me with his great smile. However, I sometimes needed support and he did that for over 3 years. People respected him alot. When Jeff stood up for me and protected me, everyone paid attention. I was one of the first female Deputy Sheriffs in Montgomery County, Maryland's history. 1978, I was also the 1st Black female in that history. Jeff loved and protected me. For that I will remember him always.
Lowell and Iris Echelberger
July 6, 2017
Jeff you are in the arm's of God. Rest in peace.
Dan & Karen Ketchel
July 6, 2017
Evi, we are so sorry to hear of Jeff's passing. We will miss him greatly. You and Jeff have been wonderful neighbors for 18 years. We are here for you when you need us.
Dan & Karen Ketchel
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