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1935
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2020
John Crowder Obituary
He was born Dec. 21, 1935, in High Coal, West Virginia, to the late John Schuler and Mary Agnes Crowder.
John, known for his charismatic personality and life-long patriotism, was a 22-year veteran of the US Air Force, retiring in 1976 as a Senior Master Sergeant.
Before retiring to Florida, he resided in Ashville, was a member of the Ashville Kiwanis, was an avid golfer and owned Personalized Imprints.
John was a loving husband, doting father and proud grandfather.
He leaves behind his wife of 58 years, Patty Baldwin Crowder; daughters, Christi (Ken) Eyerman, of Somerset, Ohio, Kathy (Bob) Dorsey, of Ft. Myers, Florida, and Mary Beth (Tony) Crowder-Meier, of Carnation, Washington; grandchildren, Tyler (Bethany Stickradt) Eyerman, Cody (Mallory) Eyerman, Josh (Michele) Dorsey, Owen (Kristin Hong) Dorsey, John Meier and Jackson Meier; and great-grandchildren, Emma and Reid Dorsey.
John was preceded in death by his twin sister, Mary Frances Ward; siblings, Robert Crowder, Martha DeRaimo, Charles Crowder, James Edmond (Eddie) Crowder, Louise Adkins, Jane Ferrell, David Lee Crowder; and niece, Jean Ann DeRaimo Jones.
The family will hold a memorial service at a later date at Donel C. Kinnard Memorial State Veterans Cemetery, Dunbar, West Virginia.
In lieu of flowers, consider honoring John through a charitable contribution to the organization of your choice.
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Memories and Condolences
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Tim and Marie Ward
April 7, 2020
We've always loved our visits with Uncle Frankie. He was a great story teller and always put a smile on our faces. He will be missed and loved always. Go rest high on that mountain top.
Johna Jozwiak
April 6, 2020
Sorry for your loss ! Sending positive wishes, vibes, & prayers to you all!!!
Penny Walls
April 6, 2020
Thank you for your service.
Sheri
April 3, 2020
Uncle Frankie was a kind, compassionate and loving soul. His love for his family and country was endless.
Vicki
April 3, 2020
Sending prayers . So sorry for your loss
Darrell Jr.
April 3, 2020
Frankie was a very strong and gentle man. Very proud of his heritage in Cabin Creek, West Virginia. He grew up with my father, another twin, and so wonderful meeting him and hearing stories of his and my father's childhood. God bless his family.
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