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Joseph Crosby Obituary
The world has lost a unique and much loved individual.
Joe was a graduate of Hampton High School and Old Dominion College where he was a member of Kappa Alpha Order. He began working for Peninsula Electric Motor Service as a teenager while in high school and so impressed his manager, Jimmy Carr, that he was hired immediately after graduation from ODC.
This turned into a lifetime career as he remained with the company until his retirement in 2018.
He is survived by his loving wife of 31 years Jerry Crosby, son Hans Crosby, daughter Dana Crosby DeAngelo, step daughter Candy Shaw (Norm), step son David Cain (Sherri), sister Lynn Crosby Koppel (Don), brother Van Crosby (Lynn), mother of his children Sherrill Crosby, 10 grandchildren, 5 nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents Edgar and Elma Crosby and a beloved grandson Brandon.
Given up now to God, he will be missed here on earth.
The family will receive friends from 1-2pm Tuesday, December 8, 2020 at Liberty Baptist Church with a funeral service beginning at 2:00 PM. Interment will be private.
Arrangements by R. Hayden Smith Funeral Home.
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Tom Ignatowski
December 11, 2020
I now have two big regrets in my life. One, that I neglected to check in with Joe to see how he was doing in retirement. The second, is that I missed his funeral service so I could say goodbye. We worked together for 20 years, I at HRSD Electric shop, and Joe, of course at Peninsula Electric. I count him as one of my best friends in my life. I will miss him. RIP buddy.
Karen Zeliff
December 8, 2020
Lynn and Van,
Was so sorry to hear of Joe's passing. I send my sympathy and love to you and your families.
Love,
Karen
December 7, 2020
To the Crosby Family,
I just heard and I'm so sorry to hear that Joe is no longer with us. I knew Joe though the time he was with Peninsula Electric Motor's. Joe was by far the best Salesman on the plant earth, If you needed something he was there in a heart beat. Over the many years and Lunches we spent in conversations I found someone to share meaningful thoughts with. I've had the privilege of seeing Joe after his retiring from PEM, and bring him some N.C sausage which he enjoyed. It saddens me to know that he is gone. Again my deepest sympathy to all the Crosby Family.
Alan Cross
Friend
PlymKraft Inc.
December 6, 2020
So sorry to hear about your loss. You know that God and Jesus are in the best position to comfort us when we lose a loved one in death.
Don Scott
December 6, 2020
So sad to read about Joe,s passing. He was such a great man and friend. Lots of fond memories of good times shared with you both Coyboy!, Praying for Gods peace and comfort for you and your family
Sandra JA Brown
December 6, 2020
Jerry, I am so sorry for your loss. Saying prayers for you and the family
Scott Campbell
December 6, 2020
So very saddened to hear of Joe's passing. This past summer I was so blessed to have a long conversation with Joe on the phone, and I knew he was dealing with some health issues. I got to know Joe through my job at HRSD. Joe was "the Man" to call when you needed a part or piece of equipment. Joe was always just a phone call away, and never hesitated to come to the plant and personally take a look at a piece of equipment, and quickly get us what we needed. I will never forget when Joe came to my Grandfather's aid after his HVAC failed and in the same day got him up and running again. Joe was a friend to all at HRSD and everyone looked forward to his visits to our Williamsburg plant or talking with him on the phone. My deepest condolences to you Jerry and the entire family and want you to know that Joe will be missed by many of his friends at HRSD and we will cherish his friendship. Joe will live on in our hearts!
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