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for Lura Crossley
Sponsored by Bob and Janet Crossley.
April 11, 2012
Lynne Feldman
March 27, 2012
Lura Crossley was a wonderful person. My condolences to all of the children and grandchildren.
Lynne Feldman (San Diego, CA)
Syril Atherton
March 25, 2012
I will miss her at the bridge table and that wonderful wry sense of humor.It's nice to know that Bob and Janet will carry on her legacy.
David Kane
March 18, 2012
Bob, Janet, so sorry to hear of Lura's passing. She was always one of my favorites -- I liked her so much, and she was always so nice to me --I played in her games over four decades. I will really miss her! It just won't be the same without her...
Rob Carey
March 17, 2012
My sincere condolences to Janet, Bob and the Crossley family for the passing of Lura. Although I cannot say that I personally knew Lura that well, I have some fond remembrances of playing a few hands of bridge with her, and appreciating her wit and keen mind.
loretta anderson
March 15, 2012
Even though I should have made a slam and didn't and you were pretty upset,( you could be pretty intimidating.) I still cared for you an will miss you Lura.
Ron and Anita Studen
March 14, 2012
We were so sorry to learn of Lura's passing. We always enjoyed her wit and her warm hospitality at every game we attended. Our deepest sympathy goes out to all the family.
Court Smith
March 13, 2012
Lura was a very good bridge player and
director. It was a pleasure to have known her. Best wishes to her children
Owen Haxton
March 13, 2012
In 1968 Lura welcomed me into the Marin County Bridge family and made me feel completely at home. In most social activities there is always a few that create an environment that enables it to thrive and grow. In Marin County for both club and tournament bridge, for the past 60 years Lura Crossley has been the leader of those few. It seems to be such an understatement to say ‘she will be missed' but my vocabulary fails to provide better. Travel well Lura.
March 12, 2012
Richard & I send our heartfelt condolences to the Crossley family. Lura will be greatly missed by her extended family of Bridge players. May she rest in peace.
Audrey & Richard McKeague
John Bamberger
March 12, 2012
Lura was my mentor and friend. I will always cherish our conversations which amazingly enough, had nothing to do with Bridge. I went to Redwood high school with Dave and Bill and send my condolences to them and to Bob and Janet. She is a big name in the world of Bridge but I will always remember her as a strong minded yet compassionate person.
David Smith
March 11, 2012
I started playing at the Crossley bridge club around 1968 or so .. and to me .. Lura was a larger than life person who was smart, witty, compassionate, and always in the moment.
This is a huge loss for the bridge world. She has done more than any other single individual for bridge in Marin County (IMHO).
More importantly, this is a huge loss to her immediate and extended family. She was so proud of all of them and their accomplishments.
I have been lucky enough to know all of her kids at one time or another and some of them have even been kind enough to play bridge with me.
I know she is in a happy place right now ... where director calls are only made to report unusually good sportsmanship, Howell movement cards are never required, and beginning players are always made to feel welcome.
Lura made the bridge world a better place. I truly miss her.
Gwen and Bob Toso
March 11, 2012
We will never forget Lura, a wonderful woman. Her humor, hospitality and love for bridge shone long at the Crossley Bridge Center. We are glad to have known Lura for so many years. Our condolences to Janet, Bob and the rest of the Crossley family.
March 11, 2012
Our heartfelt condolences to the Crossley family. Among the numerous attributes for which she will be remembered, Lura always had an unending sense of humor and an always ready sharp wit. She was truly one of a kind. Pat and Ed Rothenberg
Kathy Sanders
March 11, 2012
I am very sorry for your loss. I enjoyed playing bridge against (and sometimes with) Lura over the years. I loved the bridge parties she used to have,could always tell how much she enjoyed them..Will remember her devilled eggs and the chocolate chip cookies she measured out with an ice cream scoop. The bridge world will miss her..
Harriet & Hal Silen
March 11, 2012
Our condolences to Bob, Janet and the Crossley family. While we did not know Lura very well, we certainly appreciated her being the pioneer of bridge in Marin County. We will miss the goodies she prepared and her beautiful welcoming smile.
Harriet & Hal Silen
Eloise Rivera
March 11, 2012
I hardly knew Lura, but I immediately liked her. She was a hospitable and cheerful presence on Wednesday afternoon games at the center. I appreciate that she established the Bridge Center and left a legacy of love of bridge to so many people. My condolences to Bob, Janet and the family.
Peggy-John Sutherlin
March 11, 2012
Bobby, sory about your mother. Very nice obituary. We well remember as young players, playing against your parents. My sister lived in Greenbrae, and loved your "Houseboat" And Cap was very, very nice to John when he was just starting. Peggy snd John Sutherlin
Vicki Quinn
March 11, 2012
I really appreciated Lura for her kindness and that wonderful sense of humor. AND that twinkle in her eye that always teased me. She will be dearly missed.
Eileen Murray
March 11, 2012
She left such a lasting memory for so many. She had such a quick wit and smile. One of a kind for sure. We are grateful for all she did to bring bridge to Marin. Her legacy remains.
Sylvia Levin
March 11, 2012
Lura was my first bridge teacher, leading me to many wonderful hours of bridge. I will miss her. My condolences to her family.
Tom Pajak
March 11, 2012
I regret that I only met Lura late in her life. I found her witty and entertaining and can only imagine how delightful it could have been to have known her in her prime! The bridge world will have a permanent void now she's not with us. Sincere condolences to the family.
Michael Hartnett
March 11, 2012
Lura was one of the best and I will miss her generosity and sense of humor. She will be missed.
Nancy Ferguson
March 11, 2012
Lura was a wonderful woman and I will miss her. Good to know there will be great bridge games in heaven! My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Sincere condolences,
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