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died in London, England, UK on March 189, 2017. He was born in Conroe, Texas, the son of Lawrence Frank Crooke, Sr and Marguerite (Caldwell) Crooke. His paternal grandfather was a founder of Conroe.
He graduated from the University of Texas having attained a B S Degree and a M S Degree in Chemical Engineering. He was a life member of the American Institute of Chemical Engineers, the UT Alumni Association, and a member of the Masonic Lodge. In London, Lawrence was a member of the International American Church, The American Society and numerous other organizations.
Lawrence (Larry) was dedicated to his professional career in the oil and gas industry, serving in management positions in process engineering in world-wide projects.
He is survived by his wife, DenaLee (Jones) Crooke, formerly of Tulsa, OK; cousins, Virginia Ann Miller of Carrollton, TX, Linda French of Belmont, MA, Jane C Booher and husband James of Corsicana, TX; and other close relatives residing in Texas, Oklahoma, California, and Washington, DC.
A Celebration of Life Ceremony will be held at 2 pm on Wednesday, April 5, 2017 at the First United Methodist Church of Conroe, 4308 W. Davis Street, Conroe, TX 77304. Thanks to Eickenhorst Funeral Services in Conroe for their assistance. If desired, commemorative donations may be made to a favorite charity. Those wishing to post tributes and memories to the family may do so at www.eickenhorstfuneral.com.
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Pat Freeburg
March 25, 2021
LARRY-never forgotten. Hearty Hugs to Dena Lee across the miles.
Pat Parker Freeburg
March 25, 2019
An honor to once more celebrate and remember Larry's impressive life....he was a definite asset to my Longhorn roster. Long may he live in our memories as a perfect U TX example. Hook 'em high and lofty, dear, dear Larry.....
Susan Woolf
April 3, 2017
Larry was one of the most hospitable me I have met. He was supportive of many events which Dena Lee hosted for UK Panhellenic. She supported officers and gave advice for successful fundraising. Larry will be missed by many people in the UK.
Pat Freeburg
April 2, 2017
Precious Larry=what fond memories we have of our years spent together in London-Sundays at ACL, our chats about our U of Texas days, plus many social events. Dena Lee, Ed joins me in sincerest condolences for your loss.
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