"Jack was such a part of the Camaloch golf scene for so many years that there will now be a real void without him. I will miss him as a good friend and neighbor and his wonderful sense of humor. It was privilege to call him my friend. "
Jack W. Crider, age 84, of Camano Island, passed away on August 27, 2009 doing what he loved, playing golf on his home course and playing with the person he loved even more, his wife our gracious mother. He was born in Trenton, Missouri on December 13, 1924. Jack served in the U.S. Navy during World War II and worked as a photographer for Seattle City Light until his retirement.
Mr. Crider is survived by his beloved wife, Betty Crider; daughter, Rita(William) Wilson; sons, Ron Crider, Gary (Mary) Crider, Craig (Toni) Crider, 5 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. Jack is also survived by other relatives and a host of friends.
"Jack was such a part of the Camaloch golf scene for so many years that there will now be a real void without him. I will miss him as a good friend and neighbor and his wonderful sense of humor. It was privilege to call him my friend. "
"Dear Betty and family. Our deepest sympathies to all of you. Jack was a special friend and we will miss seeing him. Jack always had a big smile on his face and something good to say. Diane and Jerry"
"Sending our deepest sympathies to the Crider family."
"To Betty and your family: Jack was a very special man; with a smile on his face and a twinkle in his eye, he either had something funny to say, or it appeared he chose to keep it to himself. He will be missed very much. My condolences to the family. Jeannie Shaw"
"Evergreen Washelli, with heartfelt sympathy"