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Jacob F. "Jake" Crites

1961 - 2018

BORN

1961

DIED

2018

Jacob Crites Obituary

Jacob "Jake" F. Crites of Hillsdale, MI passed away Thursday, August 23, 2018 at the MacRitchie Center in Hillsdale, MI with his wife at his side. Jacob was born September 4, 1961, the son of Gerald (Jerry) and Doris (Schaffter) Crites. On May 23, 2015 he married Taina Bolenbaugh.
Jacob is survived by his wife Taina and daughter Sophie Belle Crites, step-daughters Tasha Duby, Tabatha June, Kaycee Riggs, Lakyn (Robinson) Sattison and Leah Robinson and step-sons Warren Osmun, and Levi Robinson.
Jacob is also survived by his mother, Doris Crites of Camden, MI and siblings: Sandy (Duane) Reamer, Mike (Janet) Crites, Ron (Peg) Crites, Cindy (Chuck) Hoard, Jerri Ann (Ron) Parker and Debbie (Jeff) Fink, 20 step-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
Jacob was preceded in death by his father, Gerald Crites.
A private memorial service will be held at a later date.
Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider memorial contributions be made to Great Lakes Caring, Hospice of Adrian or to his family.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Hillsdale Daily News on Aug. 23, 2018.

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Barbara Ogle

October 2, 2018

Dear Crites Family,

So sorry to hear of Jake's death at church Sunday. I pray you all have peace to get you through the loss of your sibling and son, Doris.

Sincerely,

Barb

Susan Olmstead

September 5, 2018

Dear Crites family;
You are all in my thoughts and prayers!
Susan Olmstead

August 29, 2018

So sorry for your loss.




Linda Langhann

Susan Cortright

August 27, 2018

My sincere sympathy to the entire Crires family.

Vicki Buckner

August 27, 2018

My heartfelt condolences to Jake's family. I have many fond memories and good times shared with Jake, his family and friends. He was a wonderful man and will be sorely missed. Prayers of comfort for you all.

August 26, 2018

Doris and family- Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time of loss. Dave & Laura

Martha Zilch

August 26, 2018

My condolences to Jake's family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

August 26, 2018

Crites family,
My thoughts are prayers are with you all during this time.
Sincerely,
Cathy Lennard

Cathy Lennard

August 26, 2018

My thoughts are prayers are with your family. Sincerely,
Cathy Lennard

August 25, 2018

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

August 25, 2018

Our deepest Sympathy to Jake's family. His life will be remembered fondly by all who knew him, and his smile will also bring smiles to others. The Angels will wrap you in their wings and give you strength, comfort and Love.

Pam & Kenny Firestone

Vicki Reynolds-Dossett

August 24, 2018

So sorry for your loss, strength & prayers im sending to your family & friends RIP Jake

Connie Salisbury

August 24, 2018

Dear Crites family,
Sending condolences and prayers to all of you.
Larry and Connie Salisbury

Monica (Leslie) Sumner

August 24, 2018

I am so sorry for your loss. Jake used to ride with us on the "Quentin Runs" to raise money for the place that took care of Quentin. He was a very loving and gentle soul, and he will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. My sincere condolences.

Janet Aemisegger

August 24, 2018

I'm so very sorry, Debbie. Sending my heartfelt condolences to you and all your family!

Dawn Lott-Wilcox

August 24, 2018

My condolences to the Crites family and all those who loved Jake he was one cool dude and will be missed greatly. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Elaine Traxler

August 24, 2018

So sorry for your loss, the Crites family is well respected and loved, lean on each other and support each other, God bless Jake.

Patty Rickard Matthews

August 24, 2018

I'm so sorry.

J Giminez

August 24, 2018

My deepest condolences to all the family.

August 24, 2018

My deepest condolences to all the family.
J. Giminez

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