Juanita Crouch

1922 - 2017

Crouch, Juanita Carmichael
Passed away peacefully in her sleep at age 94, on February 11, 2017. A beloved wife, mother, grandmother and wonderful friend. Born on December 10, 1922 in Wynnewood, OK, the  Carmichaels moved to Scottsdale, AZ during the 1930s Dustbowl. Juanita graduated from Scottsdale High School in 1941.  She lived in Casa Grande, AZ for 15 years then moved to Phoenix in 1970. As Manager of Learning Services, Operations & Employee Development, she enjoyed a long career with U S West Telephone Co. With determination, starting at 50 years of age and taking one class per semester at night, she graduated from Arizona State University in 1994 at the age of 72 with a B.S. degree in Management. Her family cheered the loudest of all.  Juanita was a member of First Baptist Church of Scottsdale, serving as their Personnel Chair for many years.  She spent the last 8 years enjoying an active lifestyle and forming great friendships at The Terraces in Phoenix. World travel, helping others and an avid fan of the Golden State Warriors were some of her hobbies.  Preceded in death by her husband of 67 years, William L. Crouch.  Survived by her four children, William M. (Lisa) of Clovis, CA, Denise DiPaolo (Attilio) of Albuquerque, NM, Tobi Faile (John) of Bay Village, OH and Merrilyn Crouch of Los Angeles, CA. She had 8 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Arrangements were handled by Messinger Mortuary in Scottsdale. A private graveside service will be held on Saturday, April 15, with a Celebration of Life Memorial Service at 2:00 pm, open to all, at The Terraces. 7550 N. 16th St. and Morten, Phoenix 85020. Donations can be made to The Terraces Foundation, 7550 N. 16th St., Phoenix AZ. 85020, Attention: Brenda Burks.