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Dorothy

Crawford

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August 8, 2012

DOROTHY CRAWFORD Dorothy Beatrice Henderson Lowen Crawford, 95, formerly of Gray Street in Covington went peacefully into heaven on August 8, 2012, from the home of her Daughter and Son-in-law, Carolyn and Robert Blenner in Virginia Beach where she had made her home for the past 18 years. Dorothy was born in Kerns, VA, on August 18, 1916, to the late E.M. Henderson and Laura Gilliam Henderson. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her first husband, "the love of her life", Oscar Andrew Lowen, in 1953; her second husband, E.B.Crawford; her first grandson, David Andrew Lowen in 1994; four brothers and five sisters. She lived the longest of anyone in her family. Surviving are her Son, Ronald Andrew Lowen, of Verona; her Daughter and Son-in-law, Dorothy Carolyn and Robert Blenner of Virginia Beach; four grandchildren, Tonja(Neal)Wellons, Andrew(Anna)Brothers, Anthony(Angel)Lowen and Jason(Tina)Lowen; eight great grandchildren, Carter Wellons, Natalie Wellons, Austin Brothers, Alexandra Brothers, Alex, Jessica, Justin, and Adrianne Lowen; special family and friends, Shirley and George PErsinger,Carol Sue Dickson, Rick Dickson, Ina Henderson, Betty Jane Clem, Lisa Doss and Susan McComb. Dorothy was a loving Mother to her children and Nannie to her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She loved homemaking, attending church, singing, gardening and baking cakes. Her strength, love and faith encouraged and comforted others all during her life. She will be missed by many. Arritt Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
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Dorothy Hayslett

Dec 11, 2023

Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers during these difficult times.

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Billy Newman

Dec 11, 2023

I did not know Afton, but work with Natalie at MGCC.
Deepest sympathy and condolences to all her family.

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Sonja Helton

Dec 11, 2023

Praying for the Carter family

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Vannessa Bennett

Dec 11, 2023

My prayers go out to the Carter family.

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David liggins Sr

Dec 11, 2023

Condolences to the family nd may the Lord bless you all.

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James hiser

Dec 11, 2023

I’m sorry for ur loss I’ve known Afton my whole life truely good people she will be missed

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Dec 11, 2023

Please accept my most sincere sympathy. May fond memories become treasures of the heart. Prayers and love, Donna S. Nicely

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Dianne Garcia

Dec 11, 2023

My heart goes out to the family. I had the wonderful opportunity of teaching Afton and her mother and father. Afton was a sweet young lady and always a joy with a smile on her face. I am so sorry for the whole family! Please accept my sympathy, to you all.
Dianne Garcia

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Dr. Carmen Chambers-Nash Richmond, Va.

Dec 11, 2023

Prayers and Love for the family.

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Dr. Carmen Chambers-Nash

Dec 11, 2023

Condolences and Love to the family. Richmond, Va.

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Scott Family

Dec 10, 2023

Ccndolences To The Carter Family

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Alvin Boguess 807 Jonestown rd covington va

Dec 10, 2023

Mr Carter was a good man I don't think he met anyone that he did not know always talk to me like a true friend he will be miss

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