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Charles Crews Obituary
His body has been cremated. Memorial services for Mr. Crews will be at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 4, 2010, in Pettett Funeral Home, with the Rev. P.K. Sunny officiating. Friends may call from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, it is the family's request that memorials may be made to American Cancer Society or American Heart Association.
Charles was born April 13, 1944, in Elkville, to Henry Scott Crews and Maggie (DeLena) Crews.
Mr. Crews was a plumber and pipefitter for Honeywell for 40 years. He was a member of Plumber and Pipefitter Local 160 in Murphysboro.
Charles served in the National Guard.
He was also a member of Elks and American Legion Post 127. He also was a member of Jackson County Country Club.
Chuck married Priscella (Graul) Crews on May 25, 1968, in Du Quoin, and she survives.
Other survivors include one daughter, Alyssia Crews of Miami Beach, Fla.; and one sister and three brothers, Warren Crews of Atlanta, Donald Crews of Peoria, Jerry Crews of Murphysboro and Nancy Petry of Ellisville, Mo.
He was preceded in death by one son, Erik Scott Crew on May 6, 2009; one sister, Margaret Winchester; three brothers, Robert Crews, Gene Crews and Frank Crews; one infant brother, Lester Crews; and his parents.
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Geri Hartmann
March 14, 2010
Mrs Crews & family, I am sorry to hear of Chuck's passing. I worked with Chuck many years at Honeywell and remember so well his cheerful attitude. He was truly a joy to be around. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
Harry (Jack) Claar II
March 12, 2010
Priscilla, I believe you and I have never met, but Charles (what we called him when we were kids) was my very first friend. We lived next door to the Crews family in Elkville when my dad was on recruiting duty. We moved away many years ago, but Charles will always have a place in my heart as my first and lasting friend.
March 5, 2010
Chuck was a great person with a good sense of humor. He brought sunshine to every one who met him. He will be missed. Condolence to his wife and daughter. A good family.
M. T. Potter M.D.
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Bill & Margie Held
March 5, 2010
To Priss & Family. We were so sorry to hear about Chuck's passing. We spent alot of great years together and we will miss him dearly. Our thoughts and prayers will remain with you.
Bill & Margie Held
Cynthia Roth
March 4, 2010
I am so sorry this kind, cheerful man has been taken from us. I will never forget how after the May 8 storm last year, Chuck was walking down the alley and offered me brats. Everyone is town was grilling what had been in their freezers due to the power outage. I told him yes and took some hot dog buns from the breadbox. We all had a great time despite the circumstances. John and I will miss his smile and wave in the mornings. He was a lovely person.
tenisha brown
March 4, 2010
i am really going to miss you. you welcomed me and my family into your home with open arms,i am going to miss your jokes, especially how i would call the house and you would act like alyssia or pris wasnt their and they would be sitting next to you or when we bring the kids over for trick or treat and you give them all that candy and then when we leave you would tell them not to eat it all at one time....im gonna miss that....alyssia and pris i love you guys and thank you for being in my life.... (tenisha brown and family)
David Beggs
March 3, 2010
What a great guy. The Crews family has always turned out top quality and Chuck was one of the finest. Please accept my condolences.
March 3, 2010
Dear Priscella, Alyssia, and family, Our sincere thoughts of sympathy are with you today. With love and caring, Herb and Mylene Nachreiner and family.
Forrest Wisely
March 3, 2010
What sad news! I remember those long summer days and nights in Elkville when we played ball, kick the can, flash light tag and any other thing we could think of to keep us busy. And also getting those little yellow tomatoes from his dad's garden. Many fond memories.
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