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Mr. John Griffin Moody
06/14/1949 - 10/26/2026
Mr. John Griffin Moody, age 77, of Bracey, passed away on Monday, October 26, 2026, in his home with his loved ones by his side. He was a long time farmer, and was the owner/operator of Circle M Farm. John was a 1967 graduate of Park View High School and a 1969 graduate of Louisburg College. He is survived by his daughter, Braxton Ashley Moody and her husband, Jason Bridges, of Clayton, North Carolina; his longtime companion, Tessie Smith-Sadler of South Hill; his sister, Patricia M. Lewis (Ralph) of Bracey; his brother, T. Michael Moody of South Hill; his two children by choice: Julie Watkins and her husband Kirk, and Emory Sadler and his wife Mary Stuart; his five grandchildren by choice: Channing Watkins, Addy Watkins, Harrison Sadler, Paynter Satterwhite and Paschal Satterwhite and his many loving nieces and nephews. The family would like to express their sincere appreciation to all of John's caregivers, as well as the staff at Amedisys Hospice, for the outstanding care given to John. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Saturday, October 31st at 2:00 P.M. in Crowder-Hite-Crews Funeral Home and Crematory. The family request that everyone dress casually for the Celebration of Life. John was an avid N.C. State Wolfpack fan, anyone wishing to wear N.C. State clothing and gear to the service would be very appropriate. Memorial contributions may be made to the Ray of Hope Food Pantry at P.O. Box 785, Bracey, VA 23919. Online condolences may be made through our website, www.crowderhitecrews.com. Crowder-Hite-Crews Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the Moody family.
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Condolences to Ashley and all of the dear friends and family
We are saddened to hear of John’s passing. John, Mike, Pete and Bill were close friends in days gone by. They were at our home and get togethers often. Some great memories and hold a special place in our hearts.
Ashley, Mike, Tessie and other family members and friends you are in our prayers.
Wayne and Joanne Paynter and Georgie Rudd
I did not know John well but he was a neighbor of mine. My sincere condolences to John’s family and friends. Be at peace John,soar with the Angels
Soo sorry for your LOSS We knew JOHN AND HIS FAMILY 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
I was so sorry to hear of John’s passing. I remember him so well from the “Friday Night” get togethers with our Bracey friends that we used to have. He was such a lovely happy person to talk to. I will miss that so much. My heart felt condolences to all of his family and friends.
Ashley's 5th grade teacher
My sincere condolences to you, Ashley and family.
May God grant you strength during your time of sorrow.
Condolences to the family. John was one of a kind. He will be missed by many. Prayers for the family in their time of loss.
had some good time when we young
So sorry to hear about John. Prayers for the family.
John had been a long time pal. Sad that he was taken from his loved ones.
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for all of his friends and family.
My family grew up next door to the Moody family, we knew them all, from Willard & Becky to Pat, John & Mike. We were all farm kids and what a way to grow up all together. Those were special times, and John will be missed.
So sorry for your loss. Thinking of the family during this difficult time.
My sincere condolences go out the whole family. I know John will be missed by all.
Ron Griggs