Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
BORN
1933
DIED
2020
FUNERAL HOME
Gerald Crowell Obituary
Hubertus - Gerald John Crowell, Jr. age 87 died peacefully June 10, 2020. Gerald was born April 12, 1933 in Des Moines, Iowa to Gerald Sr. and Vera Crowell. He served in the United Navy in Naval Aviation from 1952 to 1956 and followed with 4 years reserves. He worked for Western Electric for 30 years. He enjoyed HO trains as a hobby. After his retirement Jerry was involved for many years in wood working handcrafting many pieces of furniture and craft items. He was a member of St. Gabriel Parish for 51 years. He was a lifetime member of the American Legion.
Gerald is survived by his wife of 54 years, Dolores, daughter Julie (Todd) Gaulke, sons Michael and Thomas (Lynn) and grandchildren Nicholas and Andrew Gaulke and Elaine and Samuel Crowell and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister Janet.
His family would like to express their appreciation to all the staff at Ellen's Home and Hospice nurse, Stacy who assisted with the emotional care during his last few days.
Visitation will be Wednesday, June 17, 2020 at Schmidt & Bartelt Funeral Home, N84 W17937 Menomonee Ave in Menomonee Falls from 10AM until 12Noon. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday, June 17, 2020 at 1PM at St. Gabriel Parish, 1200 St. Gab Way in Hubertus, followed by burial at St. Hubert's Church Cemetery with full military honors. In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Gabriel parish are appreciated.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Gerald Crowell
Sponsored by Schmidt & Bartelt Funeral and Cremation Services.
0 Entries
Be the first to post a memory or condolences.
Make a Donation
in Gerald Crowell's name
Memorial Events
for Gerald Crowell
Jun
17
Visitation
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Schmidt & Bartelt Funeral and Cremation ServicesN84 W17937 Menomonee Ave., Menomonee Falls, WI 53051
Funeral services provided by:
Schmidt & Bartelt Funeral and Cremation ServicesN84 W17937 Menomonee Ave., Menomonee Falls, WI 53051
How to support Gerald's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Gerald Crowell's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
