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Richard K. "Dick" Crowley Jr.
Richard K. "Dick" Crowley Jr.
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Richard Crowley Obituary
Age 52, of Churchill, died Saturday July 12, 2008 surrounded by his loving family and friends after a brave and valiant battle with brain cancer. Loving and adored husband of 27 years to Cynthia (Welsh) Crowley; precious son of Anna Mae and the late Richard K. Crowley Sr.; cherished and beloved father of Karl (Jennifer) Probola, Richard (Heather) K. Crowley III, Michael (Jennifer) Crowley and Niccole Novak; adored Pappy of Christopher Probola, Zachery, Alexis and Emily Crowley, Lucas Crowley, Angela Chusko, and Charlie and Dakota Novak; treasured brother of Susan (Howard) Vey, Cheryl Wasyliw, Joan Crowley, John (Melissa) Crowley and the late Darla Crowley; dear son-in-law of Audrey Welsh Prosser; special brother-in-law of Diane (Harry) Smith, John Welsh, Robert Welsh and Michael Welsh; also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. He was a life member of the Forest Hills Volunteer Fire Department as well as a longtime member of Braddock Volunteer Fire Department. Dick was also the original Cub Master for Good Shepherd's Cub Pack #61. Friends received WOLFE MEMORIAL, INC., Forest Hills Chapel, 3604 Greensburg Pike, 412-731-5001 Monday and Tuesday 2-4 & 7-9 pm. Mass of Christian Burial Good Shepherd Church, Braddock Wednesday at 9:30 am. Memorials may be made to Forest Hills Volunteer Fire Department, 2071 Ardmore Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA 15221.
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Tom & Diane Middaugh
August 13, 2008
Dear Cindy: Lady Di & I send our love, prayers and best wishes to you and family. Dick was a tremendous man and is now at peace having gone home to Our Maker. May God wrap all of you in loving arms. God Bless!
Shannon Myers
July 29, 2008
Dearest Niccole,
I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. He must have been an amazing man from what I have read in his obituary and the way you've talked so fondly of him. My heart goes out to you and your family. Just remember he will always be with you in your heart.
Love You,
Your Friend,
Shannon
Tom Bach
July 25, 2008
Cindy,
Was away the week Dick died. You have my sincere condolances. Dick was a special person to TCV MH/MR and we will remember him fondly. I will continue to keep him and you in my prayers and will dedicate a mass in the future to him.
Lynne Ricart
July 24, 2008
Cindy,
How I will always cherish the last weekend I spent with Dick and you! Your marriage was an inspiration to me and I pray God will surround you with His love, comfort, and peace. I love you, dear friend!
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Jan & Jim Bennett
July 24, 2008
Cindy Life can be so hard sometimes. May you be comforted by the love & the many warm thoughts of all those who love you & Dick.You're on our minds & in our hearts. Love,Jan&Jim
Ana Yost
July 23, 2008
Cindy,
May God Bless you!
Joseph Spielbauer
July 22, 2008
Cindy: My condolences. It was a pleasure to have known Dick. Stay strong!
Kurt Henkel
July 22, 2008
Karl and Family,
I am very sorry to hear of the loss of your Father; my deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Kurt
liz moon stallings
July 21, 2008
Cindy may God bless you an keep you . You were a good wife so stay in Gods good grace . I did not know Dick as I knew you ,however , when I did see you guys together I could tell and see the love you both shared with each other . I will continue to pray for you and family .
Brian Patt
July 21, 2008
Cindy,
While we first met years ago via Cruisecritic.com, then you spotted me at the San Juan airport with my orange "Sharon" sweatshirt, and friends since, it has been.
Then meeting you and Dick three years ago for dinner at Rock Bottom was also wonderful.
I shall miss the pleasantness that you and Dick together brought to fellow cruise travelers.
May you remember and reflect on your good times and good travels together at this time of sorrow.
Godspeed. May God Bless.
Always,
Brian
Cruzin' with the Crowley's.
Donna Tremont
July 21, 2008
What an impact both of you made on Barry and I in the short time we knew you crusing out of Galveston. Cindy, we are so heart broken over your loss.
Tom & Diane Whyel
July 20, 2008
Cindy,
We Love you and your family and will allways be there if you need anything. We are certainly going to miss the shared dinners and times together. I am confident that he is looking over us and will forever be our inspiration to be as good a person as possible.
May the Great Master of all Scout's watch over us and guide us until our paths cross again.
Matt and Michelle Stockunas
July 20, 2008
Dear Cindy and Family,
Dick, I remember meeting you when I stumbled in to TCV at 22 years old. You were so welcoming and friendly and just so fun to be around. Over the years, both you and Cindy have stayed in my life and I will miss you very much. Everyone you touched seemed to adore you and your personality could light up a room. You were loved and will be missed by many.
Cindy, my deepest sympathy to you and your family during this difficult time. We all feel such a loss, and we will be here for you always if you need us. I am so sorry that I was out of town and could not be home for you. I was thinking about you daily. Please accept my deepest sympathy.
Patricia Stanley
July 19, 2008
Cindy, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I "met" you also on cruise critic and wanted to leave you a message here. Just wanted you to know that I've been thinking of you in this sad time......Patricia--luv2cruise3
Joseph and Michelle Snow
July 18, 2008
Cindy...even though we only know you through Cruisecritic.com we wanted to let you know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Diane Smith
July 17, 2008
Mom Crowley~ First off, Thank You! You did an amazing job of raising such a kind and wonderful son. How proud you should be that he was so loved by everyone.
Susie~ Thank you for giving so selflessly to help Dick and Cindy in the past 14 months.
Susie, Sissy, Joanie and Johnnie~ Always remember the great times spent with your brother and cherish those memories forever. He really loved all of you guys and was proud to be a part of such a loving family.
Karl~I think everyone wants a son like you. Your Dad was so proud of you and the man you have become. You truly gave him many reasons to be proud! This is a gift I am sure you will share with your own son.
Cindy~I know you loved Dick as much as he loved you! Please remember all the goods times in your life and there were many. Hopefully remembering these times will help you get thru this very very sad time.
I am so very honored to be Dick's sister-in-law. I will always remember all the good times we had together. I will truly miss him. He made a difference in each persons life that he touched.
He will be watching over all of us.
Love all of you,
Diane
herb & gayle durham
July 17, 2008
crowley family please take comfort that richard is no longer suffering. he is resting with the lord. his body is whole again. he made such a positive impact on so many lives. we are blessed to have known him & feel privileged to have called him FRIEND & neighbor. we love you god bless each & every one of you. herb & gayle durham
Kim
July 17, 2008
Niccole,
I am so sorry that you have lost your father. It is never easy to lose someone you love. I know how you talked about your father that you truly loved him. And I know, even now, you are "daddy's little girl" and that he loved you just as much. I know you have been through so much and it hasn't been easy for you but know this one thing: Jesus loves you and when no one else will love you, care for you, and be there for you, HE will!! I pray that you will find peace and comfort. Love, your best friend
Sharon, Tommy & Jodi Sohn
July 17, 2008
We are so sorry for your loss, you are all in our thoughts & prayers. There are never the right words to express the sadness we feel for such a loss. Dickie was a wonderful caring person who always made us feel welcome. Always remember he is looking down from heaven watching over you & with you always. Remember all the wonderful times you all had as a family, we are fortunate to have been included in many of them... memories are forever. We Love You All
Gerri Newcamp
July 17, 2008
To Cindy and the entire Crowley family,
My prayers are with you at this sad time. Although I did not know Dick well, we grew up in the same neighborhood and Cheryl and I were good friends. He was a great guy, loved by many. He will be missed.
I'm sorry I did not make it to the viewing... I did not see the obit until the following day. Please accept my condolences.
Patty Page
July 16, 2008
Cindy,
You & your family have my condolences. I went to St.Germaine grade school in Bethel Park with a Richard Crowley & was wondering if your husband was this same person. A few of us were planning a reunion & he was on our list to contact. If so, he turned out to be a wonderful man & I'm sorry we missed him.
Tracy Kazimer
July 16, 2008
Cindy, Karl, & Family,
Dick had a good sense of humor and he never had a bad thing to say about anyone. Cherish all of the memories you had together. He's in a better place now and he's not suffering anymore. You have my deepest sympathy. Take care and GOD Bless, you have an angel watching over you.
Tracy K
C. Pizon
July 15, 2008
Dear Cindy and Family,
You have our deepest sympathy during this difficult time. Although I've known Dick for for many years, I did not know him well. After attending his viewing it was very evident that his true calling was one of service to others. His death is a loss to an entire community and he will be greatly missed.
Barbara Vento
July 15, 2008
Cindy, My prayers are with you and your family at this sad time. God does not give us more than we can handle. Remember that Dick will always be with you! Barbara
Mike and Susan Vasapoli
July 15, 2008
Dear Cindy and Family,
Mike and I are very honored that we were able to spend the last 8 years with your family in Carlisle. Our times we all shared there will never be forgotten. We have many wonderful memories with you and Dick and to have watched the battle you have been engaged in the last year has been heartbreaking. The strength, love and committment that we have seen is a love that is so rare. How lucky you are to have had so much together. Dick was a wonderful person and he made the most out of everything he was a part of. Our deepest sympathies and prayers go out to you .
Chris O'Brien-DiGregory
July 15, 2008
Cindy - my deepest sympathy to you and your family. It had been a pleasure to work with both you and Dick and even though it has been many years, I still have very fond memories. Rick and I will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Sandy Orr
July 15, 2008
Cindy & Family
I am so sorry for loss of a "life force" of Dick. More than once he assisted me while working at TCV. He always helped and contributed to many activities. What a profound loss for your family and the community at large.
Joanne Batyi
July 15, 2008
My deepest sympathies to the Crowley family. I worked with Dick at TCV. He was a deeply admired & respected man. God be with your during this time of sadness & loss.
Rachael (Zallon) David
July 15, 2008
To the entire Crowley family,
How often my sister, Jessi, and I think of all of you as we remember those wonderful summers we spent together at Conneaut. I remember Cindy and Dickie as a young couple walking through the park holding hands or kissing as they sat side-by-side on those old white, metal chairs outside the cottage. Cindy, you two were so happy, and it showed. Cindy, Anna Mae, Joanie, Johnny and the rest of the family ... you are all in my prayers.
THE SCHOHN'S
July 15, 2008
RICH AND FAMILY
WE ARE SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS, YOUR FAMILY IS IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. IF THERE IS ANYTHING YOU NEED YOU KNOW WE ARE HERE FOR YOU .
Rob Ricart
July 15, 2008
Lynne and I are so sorry for your loss. Lynne cannot send her condolence in person, but be aware you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Darlene & Ray Caveney
July 15, 2008
Cindy,
You have our deepest sympathies, you have lost a loving husband and we have lost a wonderful cousin. He will be greatly missed at all our family functions, especially our annual picnic.
Marty,Kelly,Tony,Caitlyn & Makenzie Davis
July 15, 2008
Cindy and Family,
Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this time. Dick was a wonderful and amazing man. He fought very hard. We will always be blessed and honored to say that we had him in our lives.
All our love,
Marty, Kelly, Tony, Caitlyn and Makenzie
Mary Martin-Debold
July 15, 2008
My Dear Cindy,
I am so sad for you. What a terrible loss. My heart is broke for you. Dick was a wonderful man. Our deepest heartfelt sympathy and love at this most sorrowful time in your life.
A million times I needed you,
A million times I cried
If Love alone could have saved you,
You never would have died
In Life I loved you dearly
In death I love you still
In my heart you hold a place,
That no one could ever fill
It broke my heart to lose you,
But you didn't go alone
For part of me went with you,
The day God took you home.
You are in our thoughts and prayers always. Take comfort in your loss with the wonderful memories you and Dick shared.
Love,
Mary and Timmy
Fun times at our favorite island watering hole
Susan Thanepohn
July 15, 2008
Dick was a wonderful man and I smile every time I remember our adventures cruising through the islands. Your family remains in our thoughts & prayers through this painful time.
Arlene Shanks
July 15, 2008
Cindy and Family: I would like to send you my sympathy. I worked with Dick at TCV and would think of him often. This morning my husband remembered him cooking at our annual picnics. You are in my prayers today.
Dee Guidish
July 15, 2008
Boy, the memories which I will treasure forever...our planning TCV picnics and holilday parties..our fun talks, all of us going to oldies dances. You were a true and loyal friend, husband and father and you will be missed by everyone whose life you touched. Cindy, God bless you and your family.
Lisa, Steve & Melissa Malackany
July 15, 2008
Dear Cindy, Karl & Family - We are so sorry for your loss. May it comfort you to know that he is not suffering anymore and that he will always be there in spirit and will watch over all of you. May time and all of the fond memories of him ease your pain. Dick led a fine life and he fought long and hard. He will never be fogotten.
Steven J. Skarupa, M.D.
July 15, 2008
Cindy and family,
Was very sorry to hear about Dick. I only got to meet him once at my mom's viewing but he seemed like a real gentleman. Deepest sympathy to you all.
Diane & Brian Bayich
July 14, 2008
Cindy and Family, The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief. Dick was a wonderful man who we will remember fondly. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time. If there is anything at all that we can do please don't hesitate to call.
Victoria Olsavsky
July 14, 2008
Cindy~ I am praying for you and your family and I am very sad to hear that my Kennywood buddy is no longer with us.
Every time me and my family go to Kennywood I will remember the great times we had watching the parade and sharing our funnel cakes. I will miss him very much but I know that I have another angel in heaven watching out for me. I love you.
Carol Czapik
July 14, 2008
To the Crowley Family:
I am so sorry for your loss. I was a friend and classmate of Darla's. Your family has seen far too much tragedy and I pray that God provides you strength during this difficult time.
Angie Barczyk
July 14, 2008
Mrs Crowley & family,
It was a pleasure to work with Richard, he always gave of himself more than anyone I know and always spoke of his family with great pride. I am so sorry for your loss.
Susan Banaszak-Catena
July 14, 2008
Dick was one of the kindest, most generous people I have ever met. When I was going through a hard time, he and I would sit at the bar having lunch at Max& Ermas laughing and talking about nothing. My favorite memory, though, would have to be playing elf to his Santa for the ACHA Christmas Blessings. I will thoroughly miss him.
ROBERT YETSKO
July 14, 2008
CINDY AND FAMILY MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY FOR YOUR LOSS! ROB YETSKO
ED & Pat And Girls Glatz
July 14, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Edward Glatz
July 14, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Mike & Bernice Sesler
July 14, 2008
Our heartfelt sympathy.
Mark Wiesner
July 14, 2008
Cindy and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Dick was a great person and role model. He will be missed greatly! He is no longer in any pain. I look forward to seeing him again when we are all together in Heaven! God Bless you!
Phil and Jamie Mercurio
July 14, 2008
Karl, Jen and Christopher,
We are so sorry for your loss. You and your family have our sympathy.
July 14, 2008
Cindy, our most heartfelt sympathy to you & your family in the loss of your loved one. You are in our prayers.
Caryn Schultz & Michael Delio
Rob Ruffing
July 14, 2008
Joanie,
Sorry to hear of your brothers passing. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
PATTY Caslin
July 14, 2008
Dear Cindy,
My sincere sympathy in the loss of Dick. He really fought the battle, and I know he is in heaven looking out for us. May your memories of the good times help you through this most difficult time. You and your family are in my prayers.
Heather Cindric
July 14, 2008
You have a spirit and kindness that no one will ever forget.
I will never forget you.
Love,
Susan Banaszak-Catena
July 14, 2008
Dick was a wonderful person who was a very good friend and co-worker. He was generous to a fault and always willing to help in any way he could. I thoroughly enjoyed playing elf to his Santa in holiday events at ACHA and will miss him tremendously!
Erica Fields
July 14, 2008
As I write this, tears come to my eyes. Dick was not only a friend, but a father figure in my life. He believed in me when no one else would at our job. He gave me the confidence to say, "yes" I can and will achieve regardless of what others thought of me. He will truly be missed, but his memory will live on not only in my life, but in the life of others who also loved and adored him. Dick, your job here is completed. God has something better for you up in heaven like working on a cruise, enjoying all the food you can possibly eat:-). I love you dearly!! Cindy, keep your head up. He's safe and out of pain. May God Bless you and your family.
Debbie Donofrio
July 14, 2008
Mrs. Crowley, our sympathies to you and your family.
Debbie & Doug Donofrio
Susi and David Goldberg
July 14, 2008
Cindy, Dick fought a long hard battle and leaves behind a legacy of love, strength, caring, and a positive view of the life that can not be duplicated.
Dick always looked forward to his many cruises and I am certain he is at peace now as he crosses over the horizon to his final destination.
Lisa Meadows
July 14, 2008
Dick was a wonderful friend and mentor to me in my years of working in social services for housing authorities. We met at a Conference in 2005, and continued to keep in touch for the last 3 years as co-workers and friends.
He gave generously of his time and talents to others, even when he was not doing well. My heart goes out to his loving family and friends.
Steve & Kathy Pierce
July 14, 2008
Our deepest sympathy to the family.
Dan Barkin
July 14, 2008
Dick there was never a dull moment. You were always great fun to be with and at the forefront of everything. Remember our Annual Wish Lists compiled after each New Year. Remember the time we walked out Pido's completely forgetting to pay the bill after 4-6 hours of good times. We did eventually go back and make amends. GOD SPEED MY FRIEND!
Cindy, my deepest sympathies to you and yours.
Dan
Ray and Terry Gross
July 14, 2008
So sorry for your loss. From our contact with Dick through Heather and Rich and the yearly rabies clinics at the Vol. Fire Dept., he was always good-natured and the first to lend a hand. He will be missed by all whose lives he touched.
Ray and Terry Gorss
July 14, 2008
So sorry for your loss. From our contact with Dick through Heather and Rich and the yearly rabies clinics at the Vol. Fire Dept., he was always good-natured and the first to lend a hand. He will be missed by all whose lives he touched.
Chuck Bauer
July 14, 2008
Joanie
My deepest sympathy on the loss of your brother.
Tiffany Merovich-Winter and Todd Winter
July 14, 2008
Dear Joanie & family,
We may not have known Dick personally, but feel like we did through all of the wonderful memories and stories shared with us. From the stories we could tell that he had so much light and laughs to share, even when things looked the worst, which is an inspiration to everyone. Please accept our deepest sympathies in your loss and know that you are in our prayers.
God Bless,
Kimmy Caccia
July 14, 2008
Thank you for being such a huge part of my life and for always being there for me. I will cherish all the memories and will never forget you. You will be greatly missed.
I love you!
Rose and Rich Walters
July 14, 2008
We are deeply saddened over the loss of this fine man. He had a zest for life which can only be compared to his humor and charm. We will miss him dearly. Our heart goes out to his family as they deal with the loss of this wonderful man.
Mary Ann Rittmeyer
July 14, 2008
Cindy, I was sorry to hear of your husband's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Mary Ann
David Pozek Jr. and Family
July 14, 2008
Joanie,
I was very sorry to hear about the passing of your brother. You and your family will be in our prayers. May God's peace help to comfort you all.
Wayne & Cherie Williams
July 14, 2008
Cindy & Family-you have our deepest condolences in the loss of Dick. Our thoughts & Prayers are with you and we are here for you if you need anything.
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