Kennis Randall Crawford, 86, of Keysville, Virginia went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, August 20, 2022 at Lynchburg General Hospital surrounded by his family.

Kennis “Ken” was born on October 19, 1935 in Sophia, West Virginia. He was the son of Kennis A. and Edith Dula Crawford.

After graduating in 1954 from Pearisburg High School, he joined the United States Air Force from 1954 to 1958, proudly serving his country. From 1958 to 1960 he attended Bluefield Baptist College on a GI Bill.

He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Phyllis “Joy” Crawford; his son, Randall Scott Crawford; and his daughter Deirdre “Dee” Crawford. He is also survived by two grandsons, Kennis and Grayson; and one granddaughter, Alexis.

Ken was employed with Aflac for over 30 years. He was a member of the Lynchburg Valley Scottish Rite, Lynchburg Shrine Club, Kazim Shrine Temple, Acca Shriner, and American Legion Post 260.

Ken enjoyed hunting, fishing, and metal detecting. He also found great pleasure in building, working on his farm, and spending time with his family and friends.

Funeral Services will be held Thursday, August 25, 2022 at 11 AM at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Meherrin, Virginia, with Father Tochi Iwuji officiating. Interment will follow in Sacred Heart Catholic Church Cemetery. Visitation will be held Wednesday, August 24, 2022 from 6 to 7:30 PM at Browning Duffer-Funeral Home in Keysville, Virginia.

The Browning-Duffer Funeral Home of Keysville, Virginia is respectfully serving the Crawford family.

Condolence Messages

  1. Gary Smoot

    22 August 2022 2 years ago

    My thoughts are with you Dee, Scotty and the family. Sending hugs to you all. I’m so sorry to hear about your dad.

  2. Donald & Diane Haley

    22 August 2022 2 years ago

    To the family, I am so sorry for your loss. Mr Crawford was a wonderful man. He will be missed.

  3. Kim & Ed Marshall

    22 August 2022 2 years ago

    “Those we have held in our arms for a little while, we hold in our hearts forever.” Unknown. We are so very sorry for you loss Scott. Prayers for you and family.

    Kim & Ed Marshall

  4. Gary Desper

    23 August 2022 2 years ago

    Joy, Dee, and Scott, I am so sorry to of your father’s passing. Rest assured that this isn’t the end. We will all be reunited in heaven one day.

    Gary Desper

  5. Vanessa Martin

    23 August 2022 2 years ago

    Scott and Family, we were so sorry to hear of the passing of your Father. May the sorrow you feel in your heart be lightened by the love that surrounds you all.

    Charles & Vanessa Martin

  6. Bonnie Spangler

    23 August 2022 2 years ago

    Ranny and Joy have been our life-long friends. We enjoyed his wit and banter. We enjoyed our get-together when they moved away. Unfortunately, health situations cut our visits short but we never forgot what our old friends meant to us. Ken will be missed greatly. Condolences to Joy, Dee, Scott and the grandchildren.

  7. Billy and Joann Flowers

    23 August 2022 2 years ago

    I am so sorry for your loss. He was a man that was very special and a pleasure to know. Prayers to all.

  8. Johnny and Vanessa Dix

    23 August 2022 2 years ago

    So very sorry for your loss. Our deepest condolences to the family.

  9. Frieda Whirley

    23 August 2022 2 years ago

    Scott and family, so sorry hear of your father’s death. May God’s grace give you all comfort during this difficult time. Sending prayers .

    On a side note. I have many friends and family buried at Sacred Heart in Meherrin. My childhood church and married there.
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  10. Rhonda &Alan Holder

    24 August 2022 2 years ago

    Scott
    We are so sorry for your loss, know if there is anything we can do we’re here!
    We are sending prayers for healing n strength for you n your family!❤️

  11. Sharon and ed edmonds

    24 August 2022 2 years ago

    Dear Scott and family we are so very sorry about Mr crawford.if we can do anything please let us know.you all are in our prayers.we are only 7 digits away

  12. Diane Clark

    24 August 2022 2 years ago

    Scott, I pray for comfort for you and your family at this time of loss of your father from this earthly world. He has arrived at his heavenly destination and is standing in awe of God Almighty!

  13. Billy and Geraldine Glasscock

    24 August 2022 2 years ago

    Scott, Billy and I are so sorry for the loss of your dad! We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.

  14. Sharon Harding

    24 August 2022 2 years ago

    Scott and family…. So sorry to hear of your loss. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow.

  15. Terry Dalton

    24 August 2022 2 years ago

    To the Crawford family
    May our good Lord be with you in the coming days giving peace and comfort. Lifting the family with prayers.

  16. Jane Word

    25 August 2022 2 years ago

    Scott and family, prayers of comfort lifted for you all.

  17. Robert Lindsey

    25 August 2022 2 years ago

    We are so sorry for your loss. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
    Robert and Cheryl Lindsey

  18. Charles L.Thomas

    25 August 2022 2 years ago

    Scott and family, so sorry to hear about the loss of your father.Our deepest condolences to the family.

  19. Geraldine and Billy Glasscock

    25 August 2022 2 years ago

    Scott, Billy and I were so sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. We are keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.

  20. Ray and Cindy Clark

    25 August 2022 2 years ago

    We are praying that in the days ahead that the Lord will fill you with His peace and comfort.

  21. Anita Hubbard

    25 August 2022 2 years ago

    Joy, Dee, Scott and family I am sorry for your loss. Prayers for you all during this time.

  22. Tim and Jennifer Grey

    29 August 2022 2 years ago

    Scott,
    Tim and I are so sorry to hear of your father’s passing. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

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