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Darryl Crosby Obituary
Darryl was a 1988 graduate of Strong Vincent High School where he excelled in football, basketball, and baseball. He went on to continue his education at Edinboro University and later obtained an Associate's degree from Erie Business Center in 2009.
He worked for Johnson Control and Steris companies but prided himself in being a serial entrepreneur. Darryl owned and operated a recording studio, clothing store, convenience store, and most recently Anointed Restorative Kare (ARK) Services, providing exceptional healthcare and meaningful companionship to individuals with intellectual disabilities.
Darryl had a love for horses, the Pittsburgh Steelers, Philadelphia 76ers, and watching movies. He loved to laugh and joke around all of the time, especially with phone calls to his kids. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and being their biggest fan. Above all else, his service to the Lord was his greatest attribute. He served as an Elder at Victory Christian Center under the leadership of Bishop Duane Brock.
He was met in heaven by his grandmother Lula Mae Stevens Crosby, his great-grandmother Annie Evans Stevens, and uncle David James Keys.
In addition to his mother Annie L. Crosby, survivors include his children Demetris Crosby (Jasmine), Paige Crosby, and Darryl Crosby Jr. and their mother Evette Moore, five grandchildren Demetris Jr., Amierra, Jim, London, and Davon, his only brother Shawn Crosby (Valissa), his Aunt Diana Crosby and cousin James, nieces Shaddai and Sherah, a special friend Quinn Woods, and a host of relatives and friends.
"Well done thou good and faithful servant."
Friends may visit with the family at Word of Life Christian Center, 660 Hess Ave., Erie, PA 16503, on Wednesday, October, 2020, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., where a home going celebration will immediately follow, with Bishop Duane Brock eulogizing. Professional services are entrusted to Pitts Funeral Home, 2926 Pine Ave., Erie, PA 16504. All CDC guidelines will be followed and everyone must wear a mask.
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Adrienne Williams
September 30, 2025
Missing you big brother
Paige Crosby
February 25, 2025
I miss you soo much I love you!! Forever My Other Half
Adrienne Williams
November 21, 2023
Hey big brother just stopping by letting you I love and miss you very much until we meet again pls continue to watch over your children and guide them. Love you always
Adrienne McClendon Williams
Shontell Nixon
October 28, 2020
My deepest sympathy to the Crosby Family
James crosby
October 27, 2020
You will sadly be missed and still are LOVE YOU very much your cousin James crosby
Odis HAMILTON
October 9, 2020
THE BEST!!!!!! ANYONE COULD ASK FOR!!!!
Jerry Sargent
October 8, 2020
My prayers go out to Darryl's family and close friends. I worked with him years ago and always felt he was an amazing person and you could always see his love for the LORD and for life. Heaven has gained another angel
edie prather
October 7, 2020
My deepest sympathies & condolences to the entire family.
gloriaschweichler
October 7, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
David Stablein
October 7, 2020
Have not seen Darryl since high school and he was a good man back then. My condolences to all his family.
Tracy Stephens
October 7, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Michelle Thomas
October 7, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Elder Odis and Pinkie Hamilton
October 7, 2020
Our hearts goes out to his family first and foremost we send our condolences and prayers of peace and know that God heals the brokenhearted! We were truly sadden to hear our dear brother-in-the Lord/friend Darryl has passed. He was such a dear and caring person! He will be greatly missed but not forgotten. He lives on in eternity because He gave his life to Christ and with that being said just know his spirit lives on forever! God Bless,
Elder Odis and Pinkie Hamilton
Jessica Smith
October 6, 2020
Prayees of strength and peace for Darryl's entire family and loved ones. Continue to be our shining light on us all.
Rose Meredith
October 6, 2020
Praying for strength and mercy for the family. Love you all
Regina Quinn-Akers
October 6, 2020
Darrly Criosby is very close to me. He would get on me about the spelling of his name, and I love getting under his shirt-tail. Darrly IS NEEDED, NECESSARY AND IMPORTANT FOR THE KINGDOM OF GOD. He is A kind and giving soul of A MAN. He is there for people whom he loves. What can I say, I will miss YOU! "Thankful to God to know you and love you each and every day"
Dean Oatis
October 6, 2020
Condolences to the whole Crosby family we lost a good brother my brother rest in peace Big BUB luv u
Tahj Allen
October 6, 2020
My condolences to The children and family members of Darryl Crosby, he was a great man with a great spirit and a beautiful soul. Peace and Blessings
Jeridy Truex
October 6, 2020
Darryl was an amazing friend and mentor who will be missed greatly by so many. What a beautiful soul. His legacy will live on within his children and grandchildren. Until we meet again.
-Jeridy Truex
One the happiest days of your life Big Brother. I love you and will see you again one day <br />Love you always Adrienne (Knob head)
Adrienne Williams
October 6, 2020
I love you Big Brother, you were one of the greatest men I’ve ever had the pleasure of knowing. You will be truly missed. God gained a great one when he got you, pls continue to watch over your family. Until we meet again love you always Knob head
Tim Bodamer
October 4, 2020
I am so profoundly sad to hear of Darryl’s passing. He was one of my great friends in school. One of the friendliest caring men I have ever known. To his family and the endless friends that had the fortune of knowing him, I offer my deepest condolences.
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