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John G. Crocks
VIRDEN - John G. Crocks, 76, of Virden passed away Tuesday, April 23, 2013, at St. John's Hospital.
He was born March 7, 1937, in Witt, the son of Theodore and Temperance Holliday Crocks. He was preceded in death by one son, Todd, three sisters and three brothers.
He married Dorothy Emmons on November 1, 1958, in Virden.
John was retired from Virden Auto Supply and was presently working at Virden Cemetery. He was a member of Oak Leaf Country Club.
Surviving are his wife Dorothy; one daughter, Brenda Thompson of Auburn; one son, John Crocks of Girard; three grandchildren: Corey Thompson, Lauren and Torie Crocks; one brother, Glen Crocks; two sisters, Louise Sacha and Margaret (Wayne) Angle; several nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until time of services at 11 a.m., Saturday, April 27, 2013, at the Prairie Temple Assembly of God Church, Virden, with Rev. Terry Turner officiating. Burial will be in Virden Cemetery.
Bramley Funeral Home, Divernon is in charge of arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for John CROCKS
Larry James
April 27, 2013
Dorothy, Rita and I are sorry for your loss and everyone is in our prayers. That smile of Johns will be missed. One of the Alley Cats,Larry James
Laurie & Roger Lewis
April 26, 2013
B - many prayers for you and your family.
Cathy Hubbs
April 26, 2013
Brenda
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Cory and your family.
April 26, 2013
Dorothy and family,
When your heart is empty, filling it
with happy memories can help. May all
those memories carry you through this sorrowful time. Sorry for your loss.
Shirley Worth
Missy Crouch-Smith
April 26, 2013
I am very sorry to hear about John. He was a great guy and always had a hug and a kiss on the cheek when he seen me. He always had a smile on his face and will be missed by many. Truly a great man!!!!!
Susie Leigh
April 26, 2013
Bill & I will miss that smiling face!! Truly a wonderful guy!!! Thoughts & prayers to Dorothy & kids!
Susie Leigh & Bill Gheen
Linda & Doyle Worlow
April 26, 2013
Laughing his way through life, John always had a ready smile and funny story ready to share. We fervently pray for all the family in the shock of losing John so suddently. Asking God to provide the comfort and strength for these difficult days.
Becky Huffman
April 26, 2013
So very sorry for your loss. He always had a smile and so pleasant to talk with.
Laura Ulery
April 26, 2013
I first met John while I was working at Virden DQ. He always came in with the guys for lunch. He was a joy to wait on and tipped you with his wonderful smile. Many prayers for his family.
Judy & Chuck Foster
April 25, 2013
Sorry to hear that Virden loss one of their nicest, most friendly guys. he was one of a kind for sure. Prayers for all your family at this painful time.
Kenny Sutton
April 25, 2013
I always loved playing golf with John at Oak Leaf. I never met anyone who could always put a smile on your face like he could. He was one of a kind and holds a special place in my heart.
April 25, 2013
Brenda,
So sorry to hear about the loss of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Liz(Hall) Turner
A.J. Cully
April 25, 2013
I saw John at Oak Leaf Country Club most times I was there, and got to play with him a few times. Always smiling, always a good story to tell. He will be sorely missed. Thoughts go out to the Crocks family during this difficult period.
Tiffany Snow
April 25, 2013
Lifting you and your family in prayer.
Leanne Snow
April 25, 2013
John was one of the happiest guys I knew-even though I didn't know him very well. When I worked at Dairy Queen, he would always come in with a big smile on his face, have something funny to say, and I would always hear him laughing when he was joking with the guys. So sorry for your loss and you will be in my prayers.
Corky Semmens
April 25, 2013
Brenda and family,
Remembering you in my thoughts and prayers.
Susan & Lynn Berry Jr
April 25, 2013
Our deepest sympathy to the Crock's family. John was always a smiling hard working and friendly asset to the Virden community.
Karen Brockman
April 25, 2013
Brenda and family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Keri Stillwagon-Koval
April 25, 2013
I am sorry to hear about the loss of John. I met him a few years ago at Oak Leaf County Club. He was a very wonderful person, and he always had nice things to say. I will miss his funny jokes and his smile. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Crocks Family.
Debbie Garrett Simonson
April 25, 2013
I am so shocked and sad to hear this news. My family lived next door to John, Dorothy, Brenda, Johnny, and Todd for many, many years up until my Mom sold her house last year. He was a great neighbor in many ways; and even though our family doesn't live in Virden now, we all feel the loss. I hope my Dad was waiting for him at Heaven's door so they can be neighbors again.
Bill Butler
April 25, 2013
Dorothy, I was thinking of John just a couple days ago and remembering the good times we had golfing together back in the early '60s. Seems like the only time I got to see him during the past few years was when I came back to Virden to attend a funeral. I'll always remember that big grin, solid handshake and his warm friendship. I know you'll miss him in a big way.
Lisa Violet-Workman
April 25, 2013
Rest in peace Mr. Crocks. Always smiling, alway frienldy. The world was a better place because of you. Prayers to the family.
george and carol kruse
April 25, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Darren, Michele, Aryn and Alex Barnes
April 25, 2013
Losing a family member will never be easy but know we are thinking about your family during this difficult time.
Evan and JoAnn Cain
April 25, 2013
Dorthy and Family, Praying for peace and strength for you at this time.
Kathy Taylor
April 25, 2013
I am so sorry to hear of John's passing. I moved in next door to the Crocks this past summer. He was the first in the neighborhood to welcome me and continued to be friendly and helpful. This fall I had the pleasure
of making him some fried green tomatoes from his garden. He was a sweet and kind man. I will miss him.
April 25, 2013
Dorothy and family I,m so sorry to here about John. I,ll remember all the good times we had I never seen John without that smile. Your friend Warren Jennings
Steve & Kendra Kahl
April 25, 2013
Our deepest sympathies to you in the loss of your loved one..He was a great guy.always so full of laughter.Will miss seeing that wave and smile as he always had when we saw him.
DeeDee Eck
April 25, 2013
The world has lost a wonderful man. There wasn't a time he didn't greet me with a hug and a big smile. My thoughts are with all of you during this difficult time.
Theresa Grant
April 25, 2013
I am so sorry to hear of Johns passing. I met John last year working at Oakleaf. He was always so happy and had a kind word to say not only to me, but everyone. He will be missed. Keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers.
Jeannie Scott
April 25, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. He was such a nice guy, and a great smile. Many prayers!! God bless!
April 25, 2013
Dorothy,I am so sorry to hear about John. He was always so friendly. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Sandy &Mel Dalby
Steve and Aggie Gyorkos
April 25, 2013
Dorothy and family, Steve and I want you to know how sorry we are for your loss. I have been thinking of you both for sometime now, as we hadn't seen you out eating. That's where we would always seem to meet. May God and all your memories keep you comforted.
Steve & Connie Dengler
April 25, 2013
Dorothy, we offer our deepest condolences to you and the kids. We will miss John's smile. May he rest in peace.
Carolyn Alsup
April 24, 2013
John Jr. I just meet you and your dad Easter Sunday at a friends house and I am so sorry for your loss. God Bless you and your family, praying for all of you.
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