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.
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Gary Smoot
My thoughts are with you Dee, Scotty and the family. Sending hugs to you all. I’m so sorry to hear about your dad.
Donald & Diane Haley
To the family, I am so sorry for your loss. Mr Crawford was a wonderful man. He will be missed.
Kim & Ed Marshall
“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
Gary Desper
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
Vanessa Martin
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
Bonnie Spangler
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.
Billy and Joann Flowers
I am so sorry for your loss. He was a man that was very special and a pleasure to know. Prayers to all.
Johnny and Vanessa Dix
So very sorry for your loss. Our deepest condolences to the family.
Frieda Whirley
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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Rhonda &Alan Holder
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!❤️
Sharon and ed edmonds
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
Diane Clark
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!
Billy and Geraldine Glasscock
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.
Sharon Harding
Scott and family…. So sorry to hear of your loss. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow.
Terry Dalton
To the Crawford family
May our good Lord be with you in the coming days giving peace and comfort. Lifting the family with prayers.
Jane Word
Scott and family, prayers of comfort lifted for you all.
Robert Lindsey
We are so sorry for your loss. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Robert and Cheryl Lindsey
Charles L.Thomas
Scott and family, so sorry to hear about the loss of your father.Our deepest condolences to the family.
Geraldine and Billy Glasscock
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.
Ray and Cindy Clark
We are praying that in the days ahead that the Lord will fill you with His peace and comfort.
Anita Hubbard
Joy, Dee, Scott and family I am sorry for your loss. Prayers for you all during this time.
Tim and Jennifer Grey
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.