Critselous, Edward Dale of Knoxville, TN died Monday, January 13, 2014 at the age of 93. He was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church for over 50 years, and served a number of years on the Church Council and as President of the Congregation, he also served on a number of the committees. Was elected and served 4 terms on the executive committee of the Southeastern Synod, in Atlanta, he also was elected as a delegate to the national convention of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America 4 different times. He was a Lay Pastor and served congregations in the East Tennessee area where a vacancy existed or when pastors were on vacation, or other reasons. He was retired from his own business. He was also a life member of The Knoxville Elks Lodge.
Preceded in death by his Parents Homer V. and Sudie L. Critselous, brother Lloyd Critselous and sister Jean Kirchner.
Survivors include: Wife Mary Jane Critselous, Son and daughter-in-law Gary Dale Critselous and Celeste H. Critselous, granddaughters Ashleigh Meaghan and Chelsea LeAnne Critselous, grandson Alexander David, great grandson Jaiden Shane all of Knoxville and a host of nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made in Mr. Critselous name to St. John’s Lutheran Church, 544 North Broadway, Knoxville, TN 37917.
Family and friends will meet at Sherwood Memorial Gardens on Alcoa Highway Thursday, January 16, 2014 for a 3pm graveside service. A Celebration of Life Service will be held Sunday, January 19, 2014 at 2pm at St. John’s Lutheran Church. Rev. Steve Misenheimer, Rev. Amy Figg and Rev. John Tirro officiating. A receiving of friends will follow the service in the Welcome Center. Arrangements by Lynnhurst/Greenwoood Chapel. Friends may leave their condolences at www.lynnhurstchapel.com
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