Thomas Earl Crites Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Thomas Earl Crites of Crystal, Michigan, who passed away on May 2, 2026 at the age of 80. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Earl Crites and Betty Lou Crites (Lovejoy); and his sister Claire Christine Burt. He is survived by: his wife Lynda; his children, Rebecca Knieling, Rosalinda Bowles (Jon) and Ricardo Dominguez (Gilda); his grandchildren, Andrew Dominguez, Kaylee Crusoe (Noah), Arianna Dominguez, Amelia Dominguez, Alexander Dominguez and Isabelle Bowles; his great grandchildren, Karter and Aryella; and his sister Mary Dunn. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews; and lots of great friends.

For those wanting to honor Tom's memory, memorial donations may be made to the Crystal Lions Club or to a local food bank.