Percy Lee Crain Jr. "Sweet J"

1947 - 2017

Percy Lee Crain Jr. "Sweet J" obituary, 1947-2017, San Jacinto, CA

BORN

1947

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Acheson & Graham Garden of Prayer Mortuary

7944 Magnolia Ave

Riverside, California

Percy Crain Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 11, 2017.

Mr. Percy Lee Crain, Jr. "Sweet J"
Percy Lee Crain Jr was born on July 9, 1947, in Riverside, Ca.  He was the third of six children born to Percy and Jewellean Crain. 
Percy graduated from Ramona High school in Riverside.  He would later marry Elizabeth Marbley, and from this union, they had one child Jewelleana Jones of Madison, Alabama.  Years later they departed but remained good friends.  In 1972 Percy followed in his father's footsteps and joined the United States Army where he served his country for 20 years.  In 1980, he was blessed again with a second child Ronada Bowick of Rochester, NY.
Once retired Percy known as Sweet J from LA returned home to Riverside where he went to work for Michaels House in Palms, Springs.  He would also retire from here after more than 17 years of service doing what he loved most cooking.
Percy departed this life surrounded by those who loved him on Thursday, September 7, 2017.  He was preceded in death by his parents Percy and Jewellean as well as three of his brothers Carl, Bobbie Ray, and Bernard Crain.
He leaves behind with sadden hearts, but loving memories:  A family who celebrates his life and his legacy; Jewelleana Jones, Daughter, Merwin Jones, Son-in-law, Ronada Bowick, Daughter, four grandchildren De'Lano Crain, Quinton Jones, R'mani Davis and Dallas Caesar.  Along with four great-grandchildren;Laila, De'Lano, Jr., Aiden and Ryleigh Crain.  Percy also leaves behind a brother Urel Crain, and Sister, Kwan Crain, a sister-in-law Janet Crain, a niece and Nephews Nicole, Carl, and Michael who he had the great honor of caring for with a host of relatives and friends.

Arrangements under the direction of Acheson & Graham Garden of Prayer Mortuary, Riverside, CA.

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September 16, 2017

Giulia Ridolfi

September 16, 2017

Elizabeth Booker

Rest my dear friend and first love. I will miss your kind and loving spirit. We were kids but our bond spread for generations. You will never be forgotten and forever Loved.

September 15, 2017

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Michael Crain

Love you uncle tudy thank you for showing me life see you one Day again fly high

September 14, 2017

Ruth Densmore

I had the pleasure of knowing JC (Percy)for 35 years and he was a great, father, husband, brother and friend. No more pain and suffering. You will be missed dearly. R.I.P JC.

September 14, 2017

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Debra Chavez

He is at peace. with are lord sorry to hear about his passing Michael. from debra and ruben.

September 14, 2017

Tonya Lewis

RIH Mr. Crain, you will be miss very much by your family, friends, and loved ones. Your calm demeanor will always be remembered. So smile down on us until we meet again.
Ronada Bowick's friend

September 13, 2017

Eddie White

Rest in peace we'll all miss you in our prayers are with you

September 13, 2017

Tanysia Jackson

There aren't enough words to express the love, gratitude and honor of having you as a father. Thank you for all the laughs, the love and friendship you always showed to me and my sister Tamara. We were truly blessed to have you in our lives. At ease soldier, you have done well. Love you always

September 13, 2017

Family

Tamara Jackson

I and semyra will miss you jc you were a good man and dad and granddad.

September 13, 2017

Grandchild

Delano Crain

I love you grandpa

September 13, 2017

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Yolanda Arline

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. The Arlines

September 13, 2017

Crystal Jones

September 13, 2017

Tina Lancaster-Moses

Percy...my uncle and favorite cousin's father, I will always remember your love for family and your kind and loving personality towards everyone. May you rest in eternal peace forever

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