Sally Jean Crickmore

Sally Jean Crickmore obituary

Sally Jean Crickmore

Sally Crickmore Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Burroughs Funeral Home & Cremation Services on Dec. 5, 2025.
Sally Jean Crickmore, 69, passed away peacefully Thursday November 23, 2025 at her home in Myrtle Beach, SC.

Born in East Hartford, CT, Sally was the daughter of the late John Gerard Rival and Frances Thompson Rival.

Sally was a member of Shepard of the Sea Lutheran Church where she served as a Church Disciple and a Food Bank Volunteer. She enjoyed volunteering, crafting and gardening, especially yard beautification with plants, flowers, yard art and etc.

In addition to her parents, Sally is preceded in death by her sister, Judith Rival.

Survivors include her loving spouse of 30 years, Thomas Jackson Crickmore or Myrtle Beach, SC; brother, Jack Rival and wife, Lynn of Enfield, CT; sisters, Bonnie Rival of East Hartford, CT; Beth Nolting of East Hartford, CT; Sharon Fitzgerald of Springfield , MA; nephew, Robert C. Godfrey.

A Celebration of Sally's Life will be held at 10:00 AM Saturday, December 6, 2025 at Shepherd of the Sea Lutheran Church, 2637 US-17 Business, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576.

In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation in Sally's name to, The American Cancer Society, at www.cancer.org or to the Food Pantry at Shephard of the Sea, 2637 US-17 Business, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576 or to a favorite charity of your choice.

The family would like to express a special "Thank You" to Pastor Brad Bellah and all the wonderful volunteers at the Food Pantry.

Burroughs Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Murrells Inlet, SC (843.651.1440) is assisting the family.

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

Burroughs Funeral Home & Cremation Services

3558 Old Kings Hwy, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576

Make a Donation
in Sally Crickmore's name

Please consider a donation as requested by the family.

How to support Sally's loved ones
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services., and cards.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Sally Crickmore's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sign Sally Crickmore's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?