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John Crum Obituary
John Mitchell Crum Jr., 66, a resident of LaPlace and former resident of Thibodaux, died Wednesday, May 2, 2012 after a brief illness.
Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to funeral time Saturday at Thibodaux Funeral Home. Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home.
He is survived by his wife, Patricia "Pat" Peltier Crum; children, John H. "Jay" Crum, Meredith Crum and Rachel Crum; siblings, Joanne Crum and James "Jim" Crum and wife, Linda; in-laws, mother- Mrs. Harvey "Mickey" Peltier Jr., brother- Harvey "Drew" Peltier III and wife, Linda, and sister- Mary Ellen Peltier; and a host of nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, John M. Crum Sr. and Jerry Hughes Crum.
He was a devoted husband and father who enjoyed life to the fullest.
He was a retired District Attorney and was the First District Attorney of the 40th Judicial District of St. John the Baptist Parish where he served as DA from 1983 until 2009. Prior to becoming a district attorney Mr. Crum worked as Chief assistant for 29th District in St. Charles Parish.
Mr. Crum was a 1963 graduate of Thibodaux High School. He was also a graduate of LSU and LSU Law School. He was also a member of the Sigma Chi Fraternity.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his name to the American Cancer Society. American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK, 73123-1718.
Thibodaux Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Crum
Anne & Charlie LaRose
May 24, 2012
We were so sorry to hear about John's death.We were out of town that weekend and unable to make the funeral. Call me sometime when you visit your Mom and we can do lunch. If you need anything please call me. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. May God give you His peace and comfort. Friends, Anne Carol
Steven Griffith
May 15, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with the family of John Crum.
He was a fine man, and a pleasure to have know.
May he rest in eternal peace.
Cheryl Ciolino
May 6, 2012
Dear Pat and Rachel,
I am terribly sorry for Crum's untimely and unexpected passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Cheryl
Mary Deekie Duhe
May 5, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. What a great person he was. I will always remember our lunch days a WJ's. He will be missed.
Eileen & Tommy Pansano
May 5, 2012
Meredith,
So sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
John & Cathy Mayson
May 5, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of sorrow
John Faucheux
May 5, 2012
I'm sorry for your loss. John was unique and as real of a person as I've ever known. Many fond memories of our golf group in the eighties.
Charlie Melancon
May 5, 2012
Pat, Please accept my sincerest sympathies on this untimely event in your life. I have fond memories of John from the WOW, the College Inn and just in general. Peachy and I are in DC presently, but our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Tony Falterman
May 5, 2012
I was shocked to hear of John's death. He was the most "laid back" person I ever met in my life. I enjoyed his friendship and know that if everyone is in a tux,John is in slacks and sandals. He lived life his way. He was an asset to the Criminal Justice System in Louisiana.
Taylor and Tricia Casey
May 5, 2012
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
George Gaiennie
May 4, 2012
Pat
I am so sorry to hear about John. I have very fond memories of the times we had together when he worked at the legislature. I remember him as smart, funny, and kind. I will keep you in my prayers.
Trish & Bob Barthlow
May 4, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Becky&Greg Martin
May 4, 2012
Our prayers and sympathy to you Pat,your children, Joanne and Jim. Many good memories of our good neighbor and friend.take care..much love, Becky & Greg Martin
May 4, 2012
Dearest Pat, Jay, Meredith, and Rachel; Our deepest condolences and sympathy....John was a wonderful person that will be dearly missed!! I know my son Bruce Pennington always thought of both of you as a second family.....if you need anything please let us know. Sending all our LOVE: Bruce, Bianca, and Katherine Pennington
Blake & Emilie Yokum
May 4, 2012
Pat & family -- Emilie and I are truly sorry to hear of John's passing. He was a true friend. You and He will be in our prayers. May God bless you and your family.
Dr/Mrs jeff Faludi
May 4, 2012
please accept our sincerest condolences upon the news of the passing of John. He was my little fraternity brother as a Sigma Chi.He was responsible for my wife meeting me in Thibodaux. ; We are eternally greatful for his life and friendship. We are shocked to get the news, and so glad we got to have a visit with him several years ago. He was a great person, and we are as shocked as you with this news. Please accept our heartfelt sympathy. Dr and Mrs Jeff Faludi ( Jo ann Townsend Faludi)-Shreveport
May 4, 2012
Pat, Our deepest sympathy. Meghan Methe's Maw-Maw & Paw_paw. (Mary Jo & E.C. Forbes)
EMILE DELANEUVILLE
May 4, 2012
My deepest Sympathy Emile J. DeLaneuville Jr.
Judy Carrier
May 4, 2012
Pat and family, I wish to extend my heartfelt condolences. May John rest in peace and may you find peace and comfort in the Lord.
Stephen Varvaro
May 4, 2012
Jim, Joanne, and family. I'm sorry to hear of John's passing. Please accept my warmest sympathy from your old neighbor...
Tommy&Cathy Naquin
May 4, 2012
Pat, I know there are no words to describe what you are going thru.I was Shocked as everyone else. Trust in God he and Family will get you thru this.Thoughts and Prayers to you and Family. See you Sat. God Bless Love you.(If I can Help in any way PLEASE ASK!)
John Bergeron
May 4, 2012
John was a wonderful friend to my family for as long as I can remember. As class goes he was the real thing. Beyond a friend always. As he continues his journey that gentle, friendly manner will journey w/ him. But we will all miss him. John Bean
Judith Diasselliss
May 4, 2012
Mrs.Crum and Family- Our thoughts are with you. My family has such fond memories of Mr. John... Be comforted that he will be with some incredible friends up in heaven! -The Diasselliss Family
Ryan Almerico
May 4, 2012
Dear Mrs. Pat,
I'm sorry to hear about Mr. John. As a young boy he had a positive influence in my life. He was one of the gown-ups that was always fun to be around. Mr. John will be missed.
Joy Almerico
May 4, 2012
My dear Pat and family,
May you celebrate this wonderful life and find comfort in the joyful memories and the blessings in his life.
May 4, 2012
Our thouhgts an prayers for the Crum Family, "Brother" John will live in our memories.
Sharon Brewster
Houston, Texas
Sandra St.Pierre-Vicknair
May 4, 2012
With our deepest sympathy!
May 4, 2012
Pat and Family,
We are so very sorry to hear about John.
You all are in our prayers.
Charlie and 'Jake' Lyford
May 4, 2012
Pat,
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family will be in my prayers. We are still KBG sisters.
Kathryn
Russ & Nancy
May 4, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers to Pat and family. John was a very special friend. We will miss him.
May 4, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Crum Family. Please accept our deepest sympathies. Beth, Jay, and Corey Gonzales
Donna Cascio St. Pierre
May 3, 2012
Pat & Family -- I am truly sorry to hear about John. My sincere sympathy to all of your for your loss. May the Lord bring you comfort during this difficult time. Hold your wonderful memories close to heart and speak of them often.
George Magoo Migliore
May 3, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Stan Borne
May 3, 2012
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
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