James "Jim" Thomas Crutchfield

Jonesville

Mr. James “Jim” Thomas Crutchfield, 66, passed away Tuesday, November 26, 2019 at SECU Hospice Care Center of Yadkin.  Mr. Crutchfield was born December 9, 1952 in Carthage, Missouri to Thomas and Marcella Blackford Crutchfield.  He was a veteran of the US Navy, having served during the Vietnam War.  Mr. Crutchfield served for over 17 years and ended his Naval career as a Boiler Chief.  He enjoyed camping and spending time with family.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Crutchfield was preceded in death by his first wife, Wynn Sanders Crutchfield; two brothers, Floyd and Doug Crutchfield; and a sister, Alice Crutchfield.  He is survived by his loving wife, Rita Shore Crutchfield; two sons, Jimmy Crutchfield and Joey Crutchfield; three step children, Jeffrey (Patty) Swaim, Chad (Jeremiann) Swaim, and Kenny (Heather) Swaim; grandchildren, Blaise, Kaylynn, Michael, and Ian; nine step grandchildren; sister, Olitta Watson; brothers, Michael and David Crutchfield; and his K-9 companion, Toby.

A funeral service will be conducted at 3:00PM, Sunday, December 1, 2019 at Gentry Family Chapel in Jonesville with Pastor Junior Thompson officiating.  The family will receive friends from 1:00 to 3:00PM, prior to the service at the funeral home.  Full military honors will be provided by Yadkin VFW Post 10346 and the US Navy Honor Guard. 

The family wishes to express their sincere appreciation to the staff of SECU Hospice Care Center of Yadkin for the loving care given to Mr. Crutchfield. 

Online condolences may be made at www.gentryfuneralservice.com.

Gentry Family Funeral Service in Jonesville is serving the Crutchfield family.