Thomas Lee Craver

Thomas Craver Obituary

CRAVER CLEMMONS - Thomas Lee Craver, born Dec. 26, 1951 to J.C. And Violet Craver went to join the Lord on Wed Dec. 9, 2009, after a long struggle with cancer. He leaves behind his mother, Violet Wilkins, daughters, Tina Craver Roach (David), April Dawn Craver, sister Brenda Smith (Rick). brother. Larry Craver (Sharon). grandson. Dylan Roach. Preceded in death by mother of his daughters Nora, brother Michael Craver and father J.C. Craver. Thomas was a very loving and caring man. He will be missed greatly by all. Thomas and the family would like to thank all of his doctors, Hospice and Palliative Care, and for all the support of friends and family. A special thanks to his Aunt Evelyn and Cousin Jimmy Stilley. Viewing will be at Hayworth-Miller on Silas Creek on Saturday, Dec. 12, from 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. A graveside service following at Parklawn Memorial Park at 11:00 a.m..

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Published by Winston-Salem Journal on Dec. 11, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Craver

10 Entries

Renessa Amos

December 16, 2009

April and Tina:

You are in my thoughts and prayers during such a difficult time. I know how close you two were to your daddy, he was a great man. Please find comfort in knowing he is no longer hurting and remembering so many good times you shared with him.

Stacie Rayson

December 14, 2009

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Samantha Gilley

December 12, 2009

April,
I cried when I heard of your Dad's passing. He was a wonderful man and a great Dad. I have many memories but the one that sticks out the most was how much he cared for you every morning when he would make you sausage sandwiches for work. He was always there when ever anyone needed him. He was a perfect example of a loving and devoted Father, his love for you and Tina knew no bounds. You are in my prayers, if you ever need to talk just call me and I will be there to listen.

DEBBIE EVERHART

December 12, 2009

APRIL,SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR DAD.I REALLY DO UNDERSTAND HOW YOU AND YOUR ARE FEELING RIGHT NOW. YOU ARE IN OUR PRAYERS. IF WE CAN DO ANYTHING FOR YOU, LET US KNOW. MEL,DEBBIE AND ANDREW EVERHART

Linda Rayson Cooper

December 12, 2009

To..Violet,Brenda,Larry, and children
Thomas was a beautiful person..to everyone he was a great friend and would do anything for anyone. I loved him like a brother...When I lost my brothers he was there to see them meet the Lord. I pray you forgive me Thomas for not being there for you my dear friend, Its just to soon for me to see another loved one part...But you and your family as well as friends are in my thoughts and prayers..God Bless you all for your loss. I love you all and I loved Thomas...I know he is with the Lord and with my brothers as I write this to you. Rest in peace my friend..I love you ...Linda Rayson Cooper

Tammy Stanfield

December 11, 2009

Hey yall, I am so sorry for yall and I will be praying for all of yall. Been in Alabama since April but will be home next week. I LOVE YOU ALL and hope to see you soon Your daddy was a very special person and I will always be blessed to have known him. He will be missed very much. Tammy

DORIS HANNAH

December 11, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

LISA SUMMEY

December 11, 2009

IM VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOST ( THOMAS WAS A VERY GOOD PERSON HE WAS ALWAYS DOING THINGS FOR PEOPLE AND HE WILL BE MISSED VERY MUCH.I HAVE YOU ALL IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.

Linda & Danny Prush

December 11, 2009

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Penny& Dan Payne

December 11, 2009

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
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