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Raised by 6 people

Obituary

Michael Lanyard Criddell was born on December 17, 1941 in Chicago, Illinois to the late Lillian Mardell and Charles Criddell. His sweet mother passed away when Michael was only three years old. Michael and sister Margaret were raised by his grandmother, Lillian Griggs Johnson, who preceded him in death. On November 10th, 2020 - the 245th birthday of the Marine Corps - the proud Marine went home to be with his heavenly Father. He fought …
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Event details

Memorial events are private

Due to Covid restrictions. Michael will have a private service with immediate family only. There will be a public viewing at the Church Without Walls 5725 Queenston Blvd, Houston Texas 77084 on Wednesday November 18th from 9 am to 10:30 am. The service will be streamed on the Church Without Walls site Eldridge Location. Please see the link below. We appreciate all of the love and support and encourage everyone to share their favorite memories of Michael on this memorial site.

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Memories & condolences

I met Mr. Criddell because of his wonderful daughter Mo, who was my dear friend and roommate in college. He embraced me…
I met Mr. Criddell because of his wonderful daughter Mo, who was my dear friend and roommate in col…
I met Mr. Criddell because of his wonderful daughter Mo, who was…
A Reflection on the Life of Sir Michael Lanyard Criddell of Blessed Memory
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A Reflection on the Life of Sir Michael Lanyard Criddell of Blessed Memory
A Reflection on the Life of Sir Michael Lanyard Criddell of Bles…
Mattie my sincere condolences go to you and your family
I have the fondest memories of you and Michael. My model couple…
Mattie my sincere condolences go to you and your family
I have the fondest memories of you and Micha…
Mattie my sincere condolences go to you and your family
I have th…

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Born

December 17th, 1941
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Passed away

November 10th, 2020
Houston, TX, USA

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Cause of death

Dementia

Method of disposition

Burial

Final resting place

Houston National Cemetery

10410 Veterans Memorial Drive, Houston, TX 77038
Leal Funeral Home
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Leal Funeral Home

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