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Lee Crosby Obituary
Born January 27, 1955 in Danville, he was the son of the late Ruth A. Crosby.
He was a printer with McCain Printing.
He was married to Shirley Wimbush Crosby.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by one son, Franquana Traynham of Tidewater, Va.; one stepdaughter, Tamara Waller of Danville; one stepson, George W. Waller Jr. of Blairs; and two sisters, Lynda Stokes and Jane Harden, both of Danville.
The funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 29 at Fisher and Watkins Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Wayne Williamson officiating. Interment will follow in Highland Burial Park.
The family will receive friends at the residence, 529 Hall Farmer Road.
Fisher and Watkins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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ann parker
May 1, 2005
To the Family:So sorry for your loss.May the Good Lord keep you in his care at this time of need.I always will remember Lee with that great smile he always had.May the memories stay with you always.Many Blessings and prayers--Ann Parker--Psalms 23
Maria Donahue
April 30, 2005
I'm sorry for the lost. But you know he has gone to a better place with his king Jesus. My family and I both are hear fot you and love you. May God Bless you!
Peter & Cheryl Warren
April 30, 2005
Lee was a wonderful friend. Our prayers go out to you and the family. We will miss seeing his smile.
Brenda Wilson
April 29, 2005
I would like to send my sympathies to your family. I am very sorry for the lost of your husband. It was a very big shock to see that he had passed away and I only wanted to expressed my sorrow. The times I met Lee he was always nice.
Steve McBride
April 29, 2005
With love and sympathy.
Steve & Jill McBride
DEBRA HEADLEY
April 29, 2005
My thoughts and Prayers are with you and your Family. I love you all.
Janice Sheets
April 29, 2005
My heart goes out to you in this time of loss of a loved one. All, we have gone through this last week was so unexpected, but we all can go on knowing that our loved ones no longer have to suffer, they are now in a place that has no pain and suffering. Our loved ones can now be our guardian angels until we meet them again. I am truly sorry for your loss and if I can do anything to help you in this time of need, let me know.
A friend always.
Janice Sheets
Rosylind and Jermiah Fitz
April 29, 2005
Dear Shirley and Family,
Jermiah joins me in extending our sincere sympathy in the loss of your husband. May God's comforting arms surround you today and the days to come. If there is any thing that we can do please let us know.
God Bless
Rosylind and Jermiah Fitz
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