Mrs. Mary Sue Crickmore

Mary “Sue” Shearin Crickmore passed away on June 23, 2026. Born on April 6, 1941, in Castalia, she was the daughter of the late Walter Shearin and Katie Hamlet Shearin.

Along with her parents Sue is preceded in death by her husband George H. Crickmore, one son Jeffery H. Crickmore, one grandson Brandon A Edwards, brothers Floyd Shearin, Walter Gorham “Buddy” Shearin, Roger F. “Peanut” Shearin, Samuel G. Shearin, and James “Larry” Shearin.

Sue lived a life defined by unwavering faith, kindness, and a heart that saw the good in everyone she met. She loved the Lord with all her being and shared His love freely through her words, her service, and the gentle way she cared for others. Her faith never wavered, and her life was a living testimony to the grace she believed in so deeply, she also loved animals.

For 55 years, Sue was a devoted member of Calvary Baptist Church, where she poured her heart into serving. She lovingly cared for little ones in the nursery, joyfully prepared Wednesday night meals, taught Sunday School and Vacation Bible School, and traveled with the Senior Citizens group, cherishing every moment of fellowship.

Sue loved decorating cakes for birthdays, weddings, and any celebration that brought people together. She loved to sew, crafting pieces that carried her warmth and care. Children adored her, affectionately calling her “Mama Sue”. She never met a stranger, and to many, she was their favorite person, someone who made the world feel kinder just by being in it.

Sue is Survived by her daughter Wendy Edwards (Alex) of Nashville, Angela Dalton (Brian)of Castalia, son; David Crickmore (Kay) of Spring Hope, Angie Carpenter, brother Troy L. Shearin (Ann) of S.C., sisters Charlotte Keen (Richard) of Battleboro, Debbie Arnold (Phil) of Battleboro, grandchildren; Dustin Crickmore, Amanda Stalls, Brittany Mancini (Dillon), Katie Crickmore, Rebecca Briggs (Damian), Emily Patterson (Zack), Rachel Crickmore, Samantha Dalton, Amanda Dalton, great-grandchildren, Hayleigh Crickmore, Ansley Mancini, Aliyah Blanton, Isabella Denton, Ivie Andrews, Nathaniel Andrews, Elijah Ferrell, Eden Dalton, Barrett Briggs, Evie Briggs, Levi Patterson, and many nieces and nephews, and a plethora of other children and adults who called her “Grandma Sue”

Funeral services will be held on Friday, June 26, 2026, at 2:00 PM at Cornerstone Funeral Home, officiated by Rev. Stanley Brown. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service, from 1:00–2:00 PM. Burial will follow the service at Rocky Mount Memorial Park.