James Tyler "Turk" Crittenden

James Tyler “Turk” Crittenden III, 87, of Deltaville, passed away at his home after a short illness on Friday, November 24, 2023. Turk was the owner and operator of Merryvale Farms, Inc. in Deltaville, VA, farming for his entire life. He was a member of Donovan Masonic Lodge #75 and of Philippi Christian Church, Deltaville, VA.

He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Lucina; daughter, Katherine; son, Tyler (Katie); grandchildren, Blake, James Curtis, and Georgia.

Turk is preceded in death by his daughter Lynda Vale.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 26, 2023, at Faulkner Funeral Homes, Bristow-Faulkner Chapel. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, November 27, 2023, at Phillipi Memorial Gardens, Deltaville, VA. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Phillipi Christian Church, P.O. Box 555, Deltaville, VA, 23043, or to Donovan #75 Charity Fund, P.O. Box 915, Deltaville, VA, 23043.