Billy Stephen Critzer

Billy Stephen Critzer, 67, of Afton passed away on Monday, September 16, 2019 at UVA Transitional Care Hospital, Charlottesville. Born May 3, 1952 in Waynesboro, he was the son of the late Billie Lousby and Leona Mae (Harlow) Critzer. Billy was a member of Rodes United Methodist Church, Afton. Prior to retirement, he was employed with UVA Medical Center for 30 years. Billy was an avid reader and particularly enjoyed books based on history, was a connoisseur of old movies, and loved animals. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by an infant sister, Sandra Faye Critzer. Survivors include his sister, Connie Critzer of Afton; uncles, Harry Harlow of Waynesboro and Dennis Harlow and wife, Sun of Fort Walton Beach, FL; aunts, Jean Harlow Richardson of Powhatan, VA, Hilda Harlow of Saarburg, Germany, and Effie Critzer of Afton; and numerous cousins. Billy is also survived by a special friend, Joey Sheffield, who was by his side during these past 6 months providing much support, accompanying Billy to medical appointments, running errands, being a handyman for house repairs, visiting him and providing much laughter on those visits, and last but not least, feeding his cats when needed. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 19, 2019 at the Waynesboro Chapel of Reynolds Hamrick Funeral Homes, 618 W. Main St., Waynesboro. A graveside service will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, September 20, 2019 at Rodes United Methodist Church with Rev. Lowell Petry officiating. Those who plan to attend are asked to meet directly at the cemetery. Active pallbearers will be Joey Sheffield, Bill Napier, Vance Swink, and Bruce Kostoff. The family would like to give a special heartfelt thank you to Dr. Ryan Gentzler and Kelly Phillips-RN-Care Coordinator of the Emily Couric Cancer Center for Billy’s care and support during his illness. Those desiring may make memorial contributions to Almost Home Pet Adoption Center, 298 Stagebridge Road, Lovingston, VA 22949. Relatives and friends may share condolences and memories with the family online by visiting www.reynoldshamrickfuneralhomes.com