Garrett Crabtree, age 18, of Lynchburg, died Saturday, March 25, 2006 at the Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton, Ohio.  He was born January 15, 1988 in Hillsboro, Ohio the son of Richard W. and Jennie (Kelley) Crabtree, Jr., who survive.  Garrett was a Senior at Lynchburg-Clay High School; worked at United American Sales in Wilmington, and was a member of and active in the National Muzzle Loading Rifle Association in Friendship, Indiana.  In addition to his parents he is survived by his brother Richard W. “Ricky” (Maggie) Crabtree, III, of Lynchburg; niece Dylen Ezra Crabtree of Lynchburg; paternal grandparents Richard and Ruth Crabtree of West Union; maternal grandparents Howard and Juanita Kelley of Lynchburg; paternal great- grandmother Ruby Crabtree of Sugar Tree Ridge; and maternal great-grandmother Mary Kelley of Lynchburg.  Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Thursday, March 30, 2006 at the Lynchburg-Clay High School.  Bob Wickline will officiate.  Burial will follow in the Troutwine Cemetery.  Visitation will be Wednesday from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Lynchburg-Clay High School.  The Davis-Turner Funeral Home, Lynchburg,  is serving the family.

Daryl and Lori Mount
dmount@cinci.rr.com
Monday, March 27, 2006
12:29 PM

P. O. Box 502 Lynchburg, OH 45142

We hold you up to our Father in your time of need and are asking Him to give you peace and comfort. We are sincerely sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and praying for you.

Daryl and Lori Mount

Caitlyn Griffith
lchs_7_09@yahoo.com
Monday, March 27, 2006
03:08 PM

2070 State Route 131 Hillsboro Ohio 45133

I am a freshman at Lynchburg- Clay, and like most I knew Garrett as a fun loving and hilarious guy! He was an awesome human being. I've lost family members and I know what it's like to hear great things about that special person. I have so many great memories. We weren't like best friends but we still talked and stuff! I'll forever miss him! I know I'll be attending the services but I just wanted y'all to know that myself and my church family will continue praying for y'all! Garrett was a great person, and I do understand what your going through. In Christ Caitlyn Griffith (Pricetown Church of Christ)

M/M R. M. Skip Pulliam;
ww3287 @dragonbbs.com;
Monday, March 27, 2006
03:53 PM

153 Oleander St Nokomis, Florida 34275

Dear Crabtree Family; We extend our regrets to you at this time. Even though we are in Florida at the moment we did offer prayers for you in our church service on Sunday morning and evening.God shall provide comfort for you at this time and even though we never have all the answers as to why things happen the way they do--we need to recall that we are all part of God`s plan.Garrett was a part of His plan. Bless you all and let us be a part of your memory. Skip and chrys.

Katie Canlas
rollin2sublime@hotmail.com
Monday, March 27, 2006
04:10 PM

SGT Katherine I Storlie 552nd MP CO/ UNIT 15170 APO AP 96259

Dear Crabtree Family: Hello my name is Katherine Canlas, and I was a friend of Rickies in High school. I just wanted to give my condolences for your lose. As being a soldier we learn how to deal with death especailly when we have to see our friends killed on the battle field, as someone who has had to deal with that many times, I have been to alot of counseling. BUT the only thing I have learned from all the counseling is to be proud that you got to spend some part of your life with this specail person and all the happy things that got to be experienced and shared. I have experienced the loss of a family member and nothing can ever make the pain of a death of a brother or child, or grandchild or even a friend any better, all that can make it better is time and I also just wanted to wish you all strength through your time of hardship. Peace be with you!!! -A Distance Friend and Soldier, SGT Katherine Canlas

Roxie Swayne
babe_in_christ_05@yahoo.com
Monday, March 27, 2006
05:36 PM

You are all in my prayers!!!!

Guy R. and Sharron Smith
sharronsmithshooting@yahoo.com
Monday, March 27, 2006
06:48 PM

965 Van Dyke Road Beaverton, Mi 48612

Dear Rich and Jennie, Just wanted to let you know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I also wanted to share some of my remembrances of Garrett with you. I know that words cannot begin to express your feelings of loss, but perhaps you will be comforted by knowing that there are many who share in your feelings. I only got to see Garrett twice each year when we shared the time at Friendship. I had the chance to watch him grow over the past 18 years from a baby to the makings of a fine man. Because I did not see him each week, or even once a month, the changes in him were so remarkable for me to view. When he suddenly appeared at over 6 feet tall, and neither Guy R. nor I knew him because of the drastic change in his physical growth, I remember Garrett laughing quietly at my shocked expression. And that is one of the favorite memories I have of Garrett, his quiet smile and laugh. He was always willing to joke around and laugh. That is a memory to hold close to you when the sad memories threaten to overtake your hearts. Laughter is God's blessing to us all, and Garrett used that blessing well. Garrett will be remembered by the shooters at Friendship as a quiet, soft spoken young man. He worked quietly and well. He was always supportive of his family, and went about the business of living, with dignity and poise. He always had a good word for others, and was respectful and willing to lend a helping hand. One of my favorite persons, Max Vickery, would say, "Honey, you did us proud with the way you lived your life." Max is there to welcome Garrett, and we are left with the memory of how we celebrated their lives and how Garrett and others have made our lives better because we knew them. God blessed us with Garrett, even though we thought it was for too short a time. Garrett made our lives better, and brought sunshine to it. The world is a better place for Garrett having been a part of it for these past 18 years. Thank you for sharing his life with us, and for letting us watch him grow up into such a fine young man. Our thoughts and prayers are extended to you, and may God watch over you and may he touch your hearts with the love of yours and Garrett's friends. Thinking of you, Yours in Friendship, Guy R. and Sharron Smith

Mike Yazel
myazel@medt.com
Monday, March 27, 2006
07:12 PM

I am very sorry for your loss. I lost a nephew three years ago in a similar manner and all I can say is time helps for what little comfort it is. Please pass along my condolances to Howard and the rest of the family. My prayers are with you and my heart goes out to you.

Mike Yazel

alan shourds
medic118@aol
Monday, March 27, 2006
07:45 PM

7488n co rd 225 w chrisney in 47611

words or actions cannot touch where you are now. just know that we have prayed for garret and we will pray for you and all of his family. alan and cheryl

Dave & Elaine Arnold
twoarnolds@sympatico.ca
Monday, March 27, 2006
07:48 PM

10635 Pioneer Line, Chatham, Ontario, Canada N7M 5J1

We send our deepest sympathy to the Crabtree and Kelley families. We want you to know that you are in our thoughts and will remain in our prayers, hoping that you will be comforted by the concern and caring of friends, and especially by the love of God.

Ron & Bonnie Fernwalt
RBfern@aol.com
Monday, March 27, 2006
08:12 PM

16808 Peach Ridge Kent City, Mi. 49330

We are sorry to hear of your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Ron & Bonnie Michigan

jim franks
serrep43@indy.rr.com
Monday, March 27, 2006
08:19 PM

1214 e comer ave indianapolis in 46203

rich and jenny i am very sorry for your lose and i'll be in contact with you in alittle while i like miss garrett very much

Anson & Judy Morgan
ktp@advnet.net
Tuesday, March 28, 2006
07:08 AM

7530 Beard Road Kenockee, MI 48006

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Remember the special times with Garrett and the wonderful years you had with him. God helps comfort all

Anson & Judy Morgan

Eric Bye
bye@vermontel.net
Tuesday, March 28, 2006
07:58 AM

169 Lower Bartonsville Rd. Chester, VT 05143

Dear Crabtree Family, I'm so sorry Garrett wasn't able to pull through. I wish there were something any of us could do. Many of us share your sense of tragic loss. Your grief may never leave you, but I wish you the strength to resume some normalcy in your life despite the heartache. I also hope that the scores of your friends and family members who share your grief lighten your burden. Sincerely, Eric Bye

awcoon@lightbound.com
Tuesday, March 28, 2006
08:24 AM

4091 S 800 E Glenwood, IN 46133

Rich, Jennie, Ricky, Howard & Juanita, You have our deepest sympathy in this your time of sorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Allen & Julia

Ted and Susan Sanders
Blanketmatch@aol.com
Tuesday, March 28, 2006
08:31 AM

905 N. Woodlawn Ave. Kirkwood, MO 63122-2801

The world community as well as NMLRA has suffered a very great lose. Garrett will be missed but not forgotten. Our prayers are with Garrett and all of his family.

Robin and Londean Warner
robinandlondean@netzero.com
Tuesday, March 28, 2006
08:56 AM

You are all in our prayers. May God watch over you in your tine of need.

Terri Trowbridge
mblastdop@seidata.com
Tuesday, March 28, 2006
11:29 AM

PO Box 67 Friendship, IN 47021

I was so sorry to hear of Garrett passing. I will continue to ask God to grant you comfort in your time of sorrow. I pray that you feel His loving arms enfold you and help you in the days to come.

Michelle (Smith) Igo
michelleigo@yahoo.com
Tuesday, March 28, 2006
01:39 PM

Rich and Jennie, I heard the news on Sunday and words can't express what I felt. Though I haven't seen Garrett in several years, he's someone I could never forget. He will be missed. My thoughts will be with you and your family.

Larry and Anita Norris
a_norris58@yahoo.com
Tuesday, March 28, 2006
02:24 PM

We are sincerely sorry for your loss. We pray for God to keep you in his arms now in your deepest time of need.

Larry and Anita Norris
a_norris58@yahoo.com
Tuesday, March 28, 2006
02:24 PM

We are sincerely sorry for your loss. We pray for God to keep you in his arms now in your deepest time of need.

Kasey Jones
kasey04jones@yahoo.com
Tuesday, March 28, 2006
02:25 PM

I am sorry to hear about your loss.... your family will be in my prayers. kasey

Tuesday, March 28, 2006
02:25 PM

Rosie Magner
cannonball@seidata.com
Tuesday, March 28, 2006
04:07 PM

4800 E. CR 900 S Cross Plains, In 47017

I will be praying for God to comfort the family in this time of sorrow. I remember Garrett for working at the shoots in Friendship.

Love to all Rosie Magner

Kathy Adams
aadams2@cinci.rr.com
Wednesday, March 29, 2006
06:50 AM

Wilmington,Ohio

Jennie & Rich, I am so glad that I knew Garrett he was a very special and amazing man.He touch so many people across the world.I would be so proud if my son grew up to be a great man like Garrett.He had so much heart & and personality we are all better people for knowing him.My heart breaks to know that the world has lost such a great man. I hope there is always a giraffe in your front yard I know there will always be one in mine. I Love You & You are all in my prayers Kathy Adams

useless info:a ducks quack does not echo (i love you jennie if you need anything let me know anytime day or night.)

Ashlie Stevens
nicci2189@yahoo.com
Wednesday, March 29, 2006
11:06 AM

hillsboro ohio

i am very sorry for your loss i knew Garrett from Ponderosa. he was a great person and i will miss him so much. he was my first friend when i started to work at pondo. he was always giving me advice and was always taking up for me. i was ina bvery abusive dating realtionship last year at this time and i would go to work and talk to garret about my problems if it wasnt for him i would probley still be with my ex i thank him so much he was such and great friend.i cant wait to see him in heaven some day. his laugh and smile will always be remembered i am praying for you all and please know garret is in a better place

Dave & Pam Bushelman
dbushy425@hotmail.com
Wednesday, March 29, 2006
11:15 AM

Rich & Jennie,

We send our deepest sympathy. We want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Kristy Sloas Jarrell
kjarrell@columbus.rr.com
Wednesday, March 29, 2006
12:19 PM

4667 Iverness Drive Columbus, OH 43228

At times like this it's sometimes hard to find the words to say my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

April Mahan
apee_0932@yahoo.com
Wednesday, March 29, 2006
12:36 PM

1375 n Hollowtown rd Hillsboro Oh 45133

I am so sorry for your loss. Garrett was a great friend of mine and he will always be in my heart, You all are in my prayers.

Martha Joyce(Dave Blocker's mom)
mbjoyce@msn.com
Wednesday, March 29, 2006
04:37 PM

Extending my sympathy and prayers to all of you in this tragic loss. Having lost a chid I know what you are going through.It is not for us to question who goes first or when or how. God bless you and know that we will be thinking of you. Martha

valerie deaton
piscesscrubtec@aol.com
Thursday, March 30, 2006
12:46 AM

7041 bechwood road hillsboro,ohio 45133

Words cannot convey my feelings of sympathy for you all in your time of grieving, but rest assured that god has a plan for us all and I am sure that losing your loved one was just another part of his great plan, just as he has for us all. May God touch each and everyone of you in your time of sorrow and give you the strength and faith to get through this difficult time. Cherish those memories and take one day at a time...Time helps, but nothing wipes away the memories! It just helps to get through the next day. Bless you all!! Valerie deaton

Kayla Merz
sunflower_km08@yahoo.com
Thursday, March 30, 2006
01:21 AM

1448 N Co Rd 300 W Holton, IN 47023

Garrett was one of the best friends I have ever had. He changed my life just by being a part of it. I don't know if you remember me.. You met me during the Friendship shoot when Garrett and Liz were together. I just wanted you to know how much Garrett meant to me and although I can't be at the funeral, I am there in spirit. Garrett used to say that it's ok to be sad sometimes, as long as you don't keep all that pain to yourself. He told me it's okay to cry, and that you are not weak if you do. Crying and being sad show that you are strong, because it takes a lot of strenght to hold up all that grief. I know he would want me to tell you this now. He taught me a very good lesson once. He told me "Pobody's Nerfect" (nobody's perfect), and it was true. He also told me that one day he would live in a house made entirely of cheese. Maybe that's where he is now. He always made me laugh with things like that. I hope everyone is doing okay. I am with you in spirit. One of his favorite expressions was "He is good people." Now I will say the same about him. Garrett is Good People.

Dianne Wilson
leaoh1@cinci.rr.com
Thursday, March 30, 2006
06:44 AM

893 Turner Road Lynchburg Ohio,45142

To All, I'm so sorry for your loss. I only remember Garrett, as a child after i moved from living beside you all.He was so cute and friendly. Know this that God is with each of you giving you His Strength and Love for now and always. God Be with You All. You are All in my Prayers. Dianne

Toni Mink (Casey Keim's mother)
tmink5@cinci.rr.com
Thursday, March 30, 2006
05:50 PM

P.O. Box 848 Lynchburg, OH 45142

I am so very sorry for your loss. I attended the service today and you are in my thoughts and prayers. My son Casey spent alot of time hanging out with Garrett and Garrett was a very good friend to him.I am thankful that Casey got to know him and was blessed with a friend such as he. We will miss him very much. I'm not very good with words and it's not always easy to find the right thing to say but I thought this poem may help bring you some amount of comfort. To My Dearest Family; Some things I'd like to say,but first of all to let you know that I arrived okay. I'm writing this from Heaven where I dwell with God above,where there's no more tears or sadness there is just eternal love. Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight,remember I am with you every morning,noon and night. That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,God picked me up and hugged me and he said I welcome you. It's good to have you back again you were missed while you were gone,as for your dearest family they'll be here later on. I need you here so badly as part of my big plan,there's so much we have to do to help our mortal man. Then God gave me a list of things he wished for me to do,and foremost on that list of mine is to watch and care for you. And I will be beside you every day and week and year,and when you're sad I'm standing there to wipe away the tear. And when you lie in bed at night the days chores put to flight,God and I are closest to you in the middle of the night. When you think of my life on earth and all those loving years,because you're only human they are bound to bring you tears. But do not be afraid to cry it does relieve the pain,remember there would be no flowers unless there was some rain. I wish that I could tell you of all that God has planned,but if I were to tell you you wouldn't understand. But one thing is for certain thought my life on earth is o're,I am closer to you now than I ever was before. And to my very many friends trust God knows what is best,I'm still not far away from you I'm just beyond the crest. There are rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb,but together we can do it taking one day at a time. It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too,that as you give unto the world the world will give to you. If you can help somebody who is in sorrow or in pain, then you can say to God at night my day was not in vain. And now I am contented that my life it was worthwhile,knowing as I passed along the way I made somebody smile. So if you meet somebody who is down and feeling low,just lend a hand to pick him up as on your way you go. When you're walking down the street and you've got me on your mind,I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind. And when you feel the gentle breeze or the wind upon your face,that's me giving you a great big hug or just a soft embrace. And when it's time for you to go from that body to be free,remember you're not going you are coming here to me. And I will always love you from that land way up above,we'll be in touch again soon P.S.-God sends his love.

Lindsey Mayberry
cycle_gurl08@yahoo.com
Monday, April 03, 2006
09:30 AM

2645 N. Co. Rd. 950 W. Holton, IN 47023

Hello you don't know me but I'm one of Elisabeth Hicks bestfriends and i meet Garrett one time. I knew he was a good person the first time i meet him. I'm so sorry you had to go through this. I wish there was something else i could do for you. At least you know that he touched a lot of people's lifes and he meant a lot to all of us.

Lindsey Mayberry

Lindsey Mayberry
cycle_gurl08@yahoo.com
Monday, April 03, 2006
09:31 AM

2645 N. Co. Rd. 950 W. Holton, IN 47023

Hello you don't know me but I'm one of Elisabeth Hicks bestfriends and i meet Garrett one time. I knew he was a good person the first time i meet him. I'm so sorry you had to go through this. I wish there was something else i could do for you. At least you know that he touched a lot of people's lifes and he meant a lot to all of us.

Lindsey Mayberry

Liz Hicks
school_girl_3052@yahoo.com
Monday, April 03, 2006
10:26 AM

P.o. box 66 Cross Plains, In 47017

You have all been apart of my family, since i felt like i actually had one. Garrett was the best friend that i have ever had, but he was also my first love. I will always remember him as this funny, goofy, and caring guy. I wanted you to know that he really meant alot to alot of people. The first time i ever met him, he asked me if i would laugh if he fell down. i said, "no..why?" he said that he liked doing it to entertain people. there are just so many good times that we had together. I can't even begin... He will be in my heart for all of eternity. I am really sorry that it had to happen this way. There was so much that i had left to say to him that i could never get out. i just wonder sometimes, if he knew. There is not a second that he and his loved ones (you guys!) don't run through my mind. I'm sorry for you loss, but in a way it was the worlds loss. He was the greatest man that i have ever known, and he won't be forgotten. Not in Ohio, or Friendship, Indiana. Love Always Liz

Tiffany Dennis
tiffany_ted_08@hotmail.com
Monday, April 03, 2006
12:54 PM

434 N Us 421 Versailles, IN 47042

hi you dont me but im a friend of Liz's. i just wanted to tell you all that i am very sorry for your loss!! Garrett ment so much to Liz...i heard him talk so much about him and how happy he made her!! she loved him very much and she still does!! just remember that he is always with you even if you can see him!! im sorry for loss!! Sincerely, Tiffany

Tiffany Dennis
tiffany_ted_08@hotmail.com
Monday, April 03, 2006
12:54 PM

434 N Us 421 Versailles, IN 47042

hi you dont me but im a friend of Liz's. i just wanted to tell you all that i am very sorry for your loss!! Garrett ment so much to Liz...i heard him talk so much about him and how happy he made her!! she loved him very much and she still does!! just remember that he is always with you even if you can see him!! im sorry for loss!! Sincerely, Tiffany

Kim Winkleman
kimmy
Tuesday, May 02, 2006
11:48 AM

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