BORN

1945

DIED

2012

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Gerry Crittenden Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 19, 2012.

GERRY CRITTENDEN
Claremore, OK- Funeral services for Gerry Crittenden will be held on Saturday, January 21st, 2012 at 2:00 PM at Reed-Culver Funeral Home at Tahlequah, OK. Interment will follow at Long Prairie Cemetery in Kansas, OK. Visitation will be Friday, January 20th, 2012 from 8:00 AM until 8:00 PM at the Reed-Culver Funeral Home.
Pallbearers for Gerry include his four sons, Garrick Crittenden, Granville Crittenden, Gary Crittenden, Jerrold Crittenden, cousins Frank Fields and Troy Fields, and Deacon George Cochran. Honorary pallbearers include his grandsons, his brother, Larry Crittenden, his nephews, and the congregation of Long Prairie Baptist Church.
Gerry Crittenden was born on August 10th, 1945 in Chewey, OK the son of Sampson and Polly (Fields) Crittenden. He attended school in Kansas, OK. On October 13th, 1963, he exchanged wedding vows with the love of his life, Anna Lou Peters at the Illinois River Baptist Church. This union was blessed with seven children as well as 48 years of happiness. Gerry was a carpenter by trade. Whenever he wasn't working, Gerry enjoyed spending his free time with his wife, children, and grandchildren. He loved to spend the afternoon fishing . He was always up for a game of marbles or watching football, supporting his favorite team, OU. He was happiest surrounded by family and attending any activity in which his grandchildren participated. He and his wife, Anna, attended hundreds of games over the years cheering on their kids and grandkids. Gerry was honest and hard working. Although quiet in nature, he had a great sense of humor that brought so many wonderful memories to those who had the pleasure of his company. The Long Prairie Baptist Church was very important to Gerry. He became a deacon on September 16th, 1978, and dutifully served the Lord and the people of Long Prairie for 33 years. He loved praising God by attending Gospel Singing all over Oklahoma and other events when asked to participate. The Lord called Gerry home from his labors on Wednesday, January 18th, 2012 at his home in Claremore, OK. Gerry was 66 years old. He will be greatly missed for all the love and care he has shown his family and friends, these many years.
Gerry is preceded in death by his Mother, Father, his grandparents, and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Those left to celebrate his memory include his loving wife Anna, of the home. His loving children include Garrick and Billye Crittenden of Tulsa, OK, Granville Crittenden of Coweta, OK, Gary and Jana Crittenden of Wichita, KS, Jerrold and Vaniece Crittenden of Catoosa, OK, Alicia and James Hubbard of Tulsa, OK, Jennifer and Mike Seiler of Tulsa, OK, Heather Crittenden of Claremore, OK and one brother, Larry Crittenden and wife LouElla of Kansas, OK. Gerry's legacy lives on in his grandchildren, United States Marine Corporal Alex Larios , Adam Crittenden, Zachary Crittenden, Travis Crittenden, Gage Crittenden, Benny Crittenden, Austin Seiler, Ethan Crittenden, Keith Crittenden, Caleb Crittenden, Tanner Crittenden, Kyle Crittenden, Reilley Crittenden-Seiler, Kade Crittenden, Elizabeth Crittenden, Raemi Crittenden-Seiler, and Isabelle Crittenden. Gerry also leaves five great grandchildren, Ivan, Shawn, Alan, Johnnie and Paisley Crittenden, as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of friends and loved ones.

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January 25, 2017

Heather Crittenden

It's so hard to believe that it has been 5 years since I lost you! The heartache and sadness feels just the same as that morning when I found you left to be with the Lord in Heaven! I have needed your awesome reassurance and encouragement so much over these last few years. I know that you are with me in my most desperate times because I can smell you when no one else can and it warms my heart to know that you have not forgotten me when I feel so many have! Isabelle is getting so big and smart! She remembers you & misses you too and i am so blessed that she got to know her Papa and was loved & spoiled by him just as I was!! I miss you so very much every passing day, daddy!! I love you, sending you a kiss, & I'll see you when I get home! ❤

July 23, 2014

Garrick Crittenden

To my Father, "Dad" it has been over two tears now since you left to be with your lord,Everyday since you left us, I still think and dream of just visiting you and discussing life in general, I have coped with your passing but has not been easy and I hope that I can live my life following your example and see you again someday...

June 25, 2014

Heather Crittenden

Daddy, I miss you & wish so badly you were still here with us. Belley misses you just as much. I have no idea how to comfort her, when I hurt & cry just as she does. I try so hard to be good & do right but it's never enough. I pray, just like you would tell me to do. Some days I just want to give up & come be with you. But I know there is a reason the good Lord wakes me up everyday so I keep going. As always, I feel relief talking with you. You always knew exactly how to fix my broken heart! Love you so much!! Sunny

April 26, 2013

Alicia Crittenden-Hubbard

Daddy, I miss you so much every day. I miss you calling me every morning to wake me up to go get you a sausage biscuit. We call them 'Daddy specials' now.
I smile each time I think of you, because I know you are in a much better place. I think of all the family you have been missing all these years. I know you all are catching up.
A day will not go by that I will not think of you and miss you. I look forward to seeing you again, Dad. Then maybe you will let me hold my Baby for the first time. Thank you for taking care of her until I get there.
I love you always Daddy!!
Love, Sis

April 2, 2013

Granville Crittenden

Dad there's not a day goes by that I don't think of you or miss you.I have coped with a lot in the last three years and I always manage with the courage and strength learned from you.Until we meet again Love You !!! Smiley

April 1, 2013

Tanner Crittenden

See you later grandpa

March 19, 2012

Jennifer Crittenden-Seiler

I'll See You Tomorrow

The Lord took you home today,
Away from your suffering and pain.
He restored your broken body,
To walk, to run, to fish, to be whole again.
You're with the ones you missed who went before,
Rejoicing and reunited on that distant shore.
I now know the ache felt in your heart,
As I try to mend the pieces of mine torn apart.
I can see your smile and laugh, weary no more,
Filled with a happiness and peace never known before.
If I listen close enough, I can hear you singing,
Along with the angels, joyfully ringing.
God loved you so much, He ended your hurting and sorrow,
I miss you today but I'll see you tomorrow.

I am so thankful to have been blessed with such an amazing dad!
The lessons and love will never be forgotten.
I love you, daddy.

March 19, 2012

Jennifer Crittenden-Seiler

In Memory of
Gerry Crittenden
August 10, 1945 - January 18, 2012
Obituary
Claremore, OK- Funeral services for Gerry Crittenden will be held on Saturday, January 21st, 2012 at 2:00 PM at Reed-Culver Funeral Home at Tahlequah, OK. Interment will follow at Long Prairie Cemetery in Kansas, OK. Visitation will be Friday, January 20th, 2012 from 8:00 AM until 8:00 PM at the Reed-Culver Funeral Home.
Pallbearers for Gerry include his four sons, Garrick Crittenden, Granville Crittenden, Gary Crittenden, Jerrold Crittenden, cousins Frank Fields and Troy Fields, and Deacon George Cochran. Honorary pallbearers include his grandsons, his brother, Larry Crittenden, his nephews, and the congregation of Long Prairie Baptist Church.
Gerry Crittenden was born on August 10th, 1945 in Chewey, OK the son of Sampson and Polly (Fields) Crittenden. He attended school in Kansas, OK. On October 13th, 1963, he exchanged wedding vows with the love of his life, Anna Lou Peters at the Illinois River Baptist Church. This union was blessed with seven children as well as 48 years of happiness. Gerry was a carpenter by trade. Whenever he wasn't working, Gerry enjoyed spending his free time with his wife, children, and grandchildren. He loved to spend the afternoon fishing . He was always up for a game of marbles or watching football, supporting his favorite team, OU. He was happiest surrounded by family and attending any activity in which his grandchildren participated. He and his wife, Anna, attended hundreds of games over the years cheering on their kids and grandkids. Gerry was honest and hard working. Although quiet in nature, he had a great sense of humor that brought so many wonderful memories to those who had the pleasure of his company. The Long Prairie Baptist Church was very important to Gerry. He became a deacon on September 16th, 1978, and dutifully served the Lord and the people of Long Prairie for 33 years. He loved praising God by attending Gospel Singing all over Oklahoma and other events when asked to participate. The Lord called Gerry home from his labors on Wednesday, January 18th, 2012 at his home in Claremore, OK. Gerry was 66 years old. He will be greatly missed for all the love and care he has shown his family and friends, these many years.
Gerry is preceded in death by his Mother, Father, his grandparents, and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Those left to celebrate his memory include his loving wife Anna, of the home. His loving children include Garrick and Billye Crittenden of Tulsa, OK, Granville Crittenden of Coweta, OK, Gary and Jana Crittenden of Wichita, KS, Jerrold and Vaniece Crittenden of Catoosa, OK, Alicia and James Hubbard of Tulsa, OK, Jennifer and Mike Seiler of Tulsa, OK, Heather Crittenden of Claremore, OK and one brother, Larry Crittenden and wife LouElla of Kansas, OK. Gerry's legacy lives on in his grandchildren, United States Marine Corporal Alex Larios , Adam Crittenden, Zachary Crittenden, Travis Crittenden, Gage Crittenden, Benny Crittenden, Austin Seiler, Ethan Crittenden, Keith Crittenden, Caleb Crittenden, Tanner Crittenden, Kyle Crittenden, Reilley Crittenden-Seiler, Kade Crittenden, Elizabeth Crittenden, Raemi Crittenden-Seiler, and Isabelle Crittenden. Gerry also leaves five great grandchildren, Ivan, Shawn, Alan, Johnnie and Paisley Crittenden, as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of friends and loved ones.

February 1, 2012

Heather Crittenden

There will never be a day that goes by when I don't miss you. I love you, Daddy.

January 27, 2012

jerrold crittenden

some never have a chance to meet their "hero" i enjoyed the time i had with mine, my dad. i love you and will miss you so much til we meet again. love always guy

January 24, 2012

Shawna Seiler

Sending love and prayers to the entire Crittenden family. I was blessed to have known such a wonderful man.

January 23, 2012

Jennifer Crittenden-Seiler

January 23, 2012

Jennifer Crittenden-Seiler

January 21, 2012

Leanna Larios

You will be truly missed! Heaven received the finest of Angels...........
Love Always

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