Harold Roy Crosser

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Harold Crosser Obituary

Harold Roy Crosser, 83, Glendale, passed away July 22,
2003. He was born May 9, 1920 in Smithdale, PA to Rev. and Mrs. Edward Crosser. He obtained a B.A. at Houghton College in New
York, a B.S. in Education at Lock Haven State in Pennsylvania, a TH.B. at Eastern Pilgrim College in Pennsylvania and a M.A. at Penn State University in Pennsylvania. His majors were in History and English. He taught at Eastern Pilgrim College in PA, and Owosso College in Mich. He was an excellent author and published articles in church periodicals and wrote church curriculum. He served as Pastor of different churches in Pennsylvania, Michigan and Arizona and was District Superintendent of the Az. New Mexico District of the Wesleyan Church. He served on several college boards of administration. He retired from the Pastorate of Phoenix First Wesleyan Church (Desert Hope Wesleyan). Harold married the love of his life Ada Marie Waddell on October 14, 1948, in Tipton, IN. and they shared 50 years. The "jewels in their crowns" were their 7 children, 16 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife Ada Marie Crosser, his parents and his brother, Kenneth Crosser. Surviving are 7 children who reside in the Phoenix area: Gareth E. (Robert) Van Allen, Victoria M. (Gene) Scharer, Charlene B. (Marc) Quackenbush, Miriam R. Crosser, James E. (Nadia) Crosser, Catherine L. (Tom) DeBardeleben, and Tammy B. (Tim) Knupp, 16 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren, and his brother Arthur Crosser of Amarillo, TX. His devotion was to God and family. Visitation 9:00 - 10:00 am, Friday, July 25 @ Serenity Chapel, Greenwood Memory Lawn, 2300 W. Van Buren, Phoenix, AZ. Services 10:00-11:30 am, Friday, July 25 @ Serenity Chapel. Contributions:
Wesleyan World Missions.

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Jul. 25, 2003.

Memories and Condolences
for Harold Crosser

13 Entries

Charlene Quackenbush

August 11, 2003

Dear Dad,

I've missed you more than words can say, but you will always live on in my heart and in the hearts of my husband and children. (Marc, Melissa, and Carrie)

I could always look into your eyes and see the love that you had for me, even when I was bad! You were a wonderful example of what a loving, caring father should be. We will do our best to pass that love on to our children and to future generations.

Though we are deeply saddened by your passing, we feel comforted by our Heavenly Father.

So, until we meet again in that great family reunion in the sky, I LOVE YOU DAD!!!!!!!

Love daughter #3,

Charlene

Mary Banagis (Stanton)

July 29, 2003

Dear Crosser Family,

I was so sad to hear of the death of Rev. Crosser. I have such wonderful childhood memories of him from the days Cathy and I grew up on Ada Street in Owosso, Michigan. Cathy and I would play for hours in the summer between my house and your house going from our pool to "Crosserville" daily, as your dad would sit on your front porch sipping ice tea and just shaking his head at our silliness.

He will be greatly missed here on earth, but we all know how happy is in his home. Take care, and much love.

Mary (Stanton) Banagis

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Tom DeBardeleben

July 29, 2003

Dear Dad,

What an honor and privilage it has been to have known you and have as part of my life. Your example as a man and father are unmatched. I will truly miss your warmth and love you always showed me. As a young man I moved here to marry your wonderful daughter, you made me feel like a son from the day I arrived. I observed love, patience, kindness, understanding, integrity and many other qualities under your leadership as a pastor/father/and man following God's leadings. I was always in awe of your unselfishness and grace. We have all lost a great friend and man of God, but can learn from your life the way for us to lead ours. Thank you for your love to my wife and all the wonderful memories she has to hold onto and for the joy you always gave our children. I am looking foward to a day when we can meet again and thank you for what you have meant to me in my life. Until then I will strive to follow your example.

Love, Tom

Tommy DeBardeleben

July 28, 2003

Dear Grandpa

Maybe you're the reason why I have such a "sweet tooth." My mom informed me that you were the first one to give me something sweet. You weren't happy until she let you give me some ice cream. That is difinitely my favorite treat. When we were on our last camping trip I couldn't wait to get home to tell you that I saw 94 species of birds....my all-time trip record. I didn't get the chance to tell you before you left this earth, but I can only imagine the birds that you can see in Heaven. You and I loved to talk about birds and wildlife. I will miss doing that with you so much. There aren't many people who have a love for nature and wildlife like you did. Thank you for sharing that interest with me. I am really going to miss you and I look forward to seeing you one day in Heaven. You and Grandma are beginning your marriage in Heaven. I'm sure you've never been happier. Thanks for being an awesome grandpa! I love you and I will miss you.

Love,

Tommy (age 17)

Tyler DeBardeleben

July 28, 2003

Dear Papa,

I am going to miss our talks together....especially about the camping trips and wildlife....you loved wildlife so much. You also sparked my interest in things of the Bible, history and the many uses of words. You were serious about the important things, but were also goofy and funny and made us laugh. You spoiled us with treats everytime we came to your house. We loved that!! I'm thankful for all of the time I got to spend with you and that I really got to know you and feel close to you. I will miss going to your house and seeing you, but I will see you in your Heavenly house someday. I love you.

Love,

Tyler (age 15)

Tiffany DeBardeleben

July 28, 2003

Dear Papa,

Thank you for being a great dad to my mom and a wonderful grandpa to all of us grandkids. I loved the times we spent with you, and all of the times we honked the horn and yelled out..."feeling's mutual!!" You brought much joy and laughter into all of our lives. I know I will see you again someday in Heaven. Until then, you are in my heart, and I love you very much.

Love,

Tiffany (age 13)

Talia DeBardeleben

July 28, 2003

Dear Grandpa

You're the best grandpa any little girl could ever have or ask for in the whole world. I love you and I will miss you. I'm glad you live on in my heart.

Love,

Talia (age 9)

Catherine DeBardeleben

July 28, 2003

Words cannot express the sadness that is felt within my family at this time of my Dad's passing. The (Catherine) DeBardeleben family is in deep loss because on this earth we will never again get to see the smiling face of the man who was a constant example of God's love, love for family and love for others. It's painful to know he no longer walks and talks on this earth, but we do have the assurance that he is in his Heavenly home with his Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ....and with our precious Mother/Mimi. He lives on in our hearts as we continue to run the race he ran, and strive to reach that same goal.....the prize of Heaven. Thank you Dad/Papa that you taught us the most important things about living a happy life both on earth and for all eternity. We will see you again....so, until we meet again, we love you with all of our hearts and will miss you deeply. As I always said to you, Thank you for being wonderfully you! May our family circle be unbroken.

Much love,

Daughter Catherine and her family

Gareth Van Allen

July 26, 2003

To all friends and family leaving an entry in the Harold Roy Crosser Guest Book: If you leave your email address, I'll be happy to email you for your mailing address so that I'm able to mail you the materials from the funeral. Or, you may email me the information and your request for the materials. Thank you so very much for your sweet condolences. We celebrate our wonderful father's triumphant completion of his life's goal. He ran the race and finished well! He and mother and all who've gone on before are celebrating!

Much love, many thanks,

The Harold R. Crosser Family

Jim & Brenda McKay

July 26, 2003

The McKay's, including, Jim & Wanda McKay, have truely lost a dear friend and brother. All Northgate Wesleyan Church mourns his absence but we celebrate the FACT of seeing both him and Ada again in heaven. Our prayers for comfort go out for all the family as we know first hand how close you all were as a family. God is FAITHFUL and will Comfort you in your time of loss.

Wanda (Slavens) Ruth

July 26, 2003

I was sorry to hear of your fathers passing but, know that he is happy to be in the arms of our wonderful Lord and Savior. Everything that he did was for the moment when he could see his Savior face to face and once again see those who had gone on before him. Your parents meant a great deal to me in my life time. I remember well the time that your dad was cooking dinner while I was having my piano lessons. I wish you all well until we get to see one another again.

Wanda Ruth

Helen Engle

July 25, 2003

Many thoughts and prayers are coming your way today, to the extended Crosser Family. God Bless you all as you recall many memories of great family times together. What a delightful Christian heritage you have to enjoy! You Are Loved! -

Lefty Slavens

July 25, 2003

To The Crosser Family

Sharyn and I wish to express our condolences and prayers in your time of sorrow-yet celebrate his homecoming in heaven with your mother! You have been blessed with great godly parents as Sharyn and I had. Sharyn recently lost her Dad in April 2003 and her Mom in March 2002. May God bless your family in this time. Our memories are richer and greater because of them.

Lefty (Harold)and Sharyn Slavens.

ps. I was just notified by Helen just before the service and couldn't make it to the service-Lefty

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