Search by Name

Search by Name

FUNERAL HOME

Sturtevant Funeral Home - Portsmouth Boulevard Chapel

5201 Portsmouth Blvd

Portsmouth, Virginia

Robert Crafford Obituary

Robert Baker Crafford, 91, of Portsmouth went to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, April 26, 2022. He was born in Winston Salem, North Carolina to the late John and Ella Crafford. Robert, also known as "Moose", was a U.S Army Veteran and a Portsmouth Fire Fighter for 32 years . He was a member of Living Waters Christian Fellowship. Robert was also a member of the Round Hill Hunt Club and the Boykin Hunt Club. He is predeceased by his loving wife, Nancy G. Crafford of 63 years; daughter Carolyn Crafford Cobb; two sisters, Helen Barnes and Georgia Crafford; three brothers, John Crafford, Jr., Charles Crafford, and Billy Crafford, Sr.

He is survived by his son, Dr. Mark B. Crafford, Scott London; a daughter, Tammy Crafford Sprinkle and husband Wayne; a son-in-law, Derwood O. Cobb II; five grandchildren, Ashley Hare and husband Greg, Gregory V. Hill, III "Trey" and wife Kaitlyn, Derwood O. Cobb, III "Dylan", Olivia Cobb and Laura Cobb; three great grandchildren, Gia Hare, Gemma Hare, and Gregory V. Hill, IV "Finn"; and a host of extended family and friends.

A funeral service will be held 1:00 PM Friday, April 29, 2022, at Living Waters Christian Fellowship. Burial will follow in Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, Thursday from 6:30 - 8:00 PM.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Living Waters Christian Fellowship and/or Churchland Assembly of God.

Condolences may be made to the family online at www.SturtevantFuneralHome.com

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

Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Apr. 28, 2022.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Crafford

Sponsored by the family.

Not sure what to say?





1 Entry

Thomas and Amy Day

April 28, 2022

Our deepest condolences to Mark, Tammy and the entire family. One of the finest men we have ever known. Words can't express our sorrow for your loss of your Dad, granddad and a man who we greatly respected and were able to call a friend. May the Lord be with you during your time of sorrow.

Showing 1 - 1 of 1 results

Make a Donation
in Robert Crafford's name

Memorial Events
for Robert Crafford

Apr

28

Visitation

6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Sturtevant Funeral Home - Portsmouth Boulevard Chapel

5201 Portsmouth Blvd, Portsmouth, VA 23701

Apr

29

Funeral service

1:00 p.m.

Living Waters Christian Fellowship

VA

Funeral services provided by:

Sturtevant Funeral Home - Portsmouth Boulevard Chapel

5201 Portsmouth Blvd, Portsmouth, VA 23701

How to support Robert's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
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
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 Robert Crafford'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