Nancy Carolyn Criddle, 78, of Elkton, MD passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Tuesday, June 16, 2026. Born in Spruce Pine, NC on May 17, 1948, she was the daughter of the late Phil R. and Verna Slagle Young.

Mrs. Criddle dedicated her life to caring for her home and family. She was a longtime member of Maranatha Baptist Church, where her faith and fellowship were important parts of her life. Mrs. Criddle found joy in cooking, listening to music, and tending to her flower garden. She will be remembered for her kindness, warm heart, and the love she shared with everyone who knew her.

Survivors include her loving husband of 60 years; Granville “Gene” Criddle, sons; Phil Criddle (Susan), Elkton, MD and Aaron Criddle (Maria), Warwick, MD, grandchildren; Tyler Criddle, Jordan Criddle (Kim), Ashlyn Criddle, Gillian Hannon (Eric), Jessica Evans (Jace), and Sophia Criddle, great-grandson; Britton, niece; Kathy Thompson and her nephews.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her siblings; Peggy Wiggins, Gwen Davis and Ronald Young.

Funeral service will be held 10 AM, Saturday, June 20, 2026, at Hicks Home for Funerals, 103 W. Stockton Street, Elkton, MD 21921, with visitation beginning at 9 AM. Interment will be private in Gilpin Manor Memorial Park, Elkton, MD.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Maranatha Baptist Church, 3141 Old Elk Neck Rd, Elkton, MD 21921.