George Kenneth Crosby Jr.

George Kenneth Crosby Jr., 64, of Sontag, passed away Feb. 21, 2023, at University Medical Center in Jackson. George was born Nov. 13, 1958, in Jackson to George “Ken” Crosby Sr. and Ann Crosby.
A funeral service was held Feb. 25 at Wilson Funeral Home Chapel, followed by a graveside service at Shiloh Baptist Church Cemetery. Wilson Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.
George worked for over 20 years as a critical care nurse at Terrebonne General Hospital in Houma, La. He loved the outdoors; he was an avid hunter and fisherman and also enjoyed traveling, spending time at the beach, and trying new restaurants. Most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.
George was preceded in death by his father, George “Ken” Crosby; brother, David Crosby; and a granddaughter, Harper Crosby.
He is survived by his wife, Theresa Crosby; his children, Kenneth Crosby, Alexis Crosby (Marley), Cayla Abad (Eli), and Matthew Crosby; stepchildren, Marlana Howington, Ricky Erwin, Brad Allen, Beth Insley, and B.J. Randall; grandchildren, Annalise, Jacob, Shaunnah, Asher, Oliver, and Penelope; step-grandchildren, Lacy, Jax, and Evie. He also leaves behind his mother, Ann Crosby; one sister, Terri Pogue (Tony); an aunt, Barbara Garrett; along with nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.