James Weldon Crouch, 80, passed from this life to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Monday, July 30, 2012. Funeral: 2 p.m. Friday at First Baptist Church of Fort Worth, 5001 NE Loop 820, Fort Worth. Interment: Shannon Rose Hill Memorial Park. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Shannon Rose Hill Funeral Chapel. He was born in Fort Worth on April 13, 1932. He grew up in Fort Worth, graduating from Paschal High School. James served in the Army during the Korean War. He married Betty Joyner in September 1955; she died April 15, 1978. On June 4, 1982, he married Doris Madden. He worked for 40 years for the Union Pacific Railroad. He was a loyal and dedicated member of First Baptist Church of Fort Worth where he was known as the "Cookie Man" for the Texas-sized chocolate chip cookies he made for many church events. He was also preceded in death by a daughter, Beverly. Survivors: Wife, Doris Madden Crouch; brother, Charlie Crouch and wife, Barbara; sister-in-law, Sherry Crouch; daughters, Linda Crouch and companion, Lynn Chapman, and Shirley Kahle and husband, Brian; stepdaughter, Jane Madden; stepson, Paul R. Madden III; granddaughter, Jennifer Kirk and husband, Dennis; great-grandchildren, Johnathan Clark, Arian Kirk and Karisma Kirk; and many loving cousins and friends.

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Published by Star-Telegram on Aug. 1, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for James Crouch

18 Entries

Ellen Albrektsen

November 7, 2012

Dearest Doris, You had the most kind and loving husband. I just love the picture of him presented here, with that warm smile of his. I can smell and taste those cookies right now ;-)
My sincere condolences to you and all the family as the holidays approach.

Danny Bennett

August 17, 2012

Aunt Doris,
I am so sorry to hear about Uncle James. I have been praying for you. I miss you alot. And, I will miss Uncle James with his smile and his great big cookies. His heart was way bigger than his cookies. We will all miss him greatly. My heart goes out to you. Again, I'm praying for you. I love you Aunt Doris

Kristy Bruner

August 7, 2012

So sorry to hear about James. We were out of town. I will miss his smiles and hugs. He was a great help at my job at the RR. Bye James.Say hello to Larry for me.

Darlene Love

August 4, 2012

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Barbara Patrick

August 4, 2012

Doris, I am very sorry for your loss. I will always remember your husband for his kind nature and those wonderful baked goods he used to bring to the office (TEC).

August 3, 2012

We are so sorry to hear the news about the loss of our friend.
We will miss your sweet spirit and your smiling face.
Dr.Barrett Bartell DDS and Staff

Larry Westmoreland

August 2, 2012

James you were the first to greet me when I came to Carter Rehab. You were there by me explaining how many times you had been through this drill and it would be all right. I worked side by side you as I learned to exercise. You kidded with me and all the ladies that were so nice to us. You left for the pool and I followed a few days later. It was such a joy to see you there. I miss you and your kind manners so very much. It was you that helped me stay and exercise. I think of you daily.

Kathleen Harris

August 2, 2012

One great man who always treated us as family. Was always about love and forgiveness, you will truely be missed. GOD BLESS YOUR SOUL

Edwin and Michelle Mengel

August 2, 2012

Uncle James You will be missed by so many in this family. We will miss your smile, your hugs and yes your COOKIES :) We Love you so much our Family reunions will not be the same with out you. With all our love

David Von Luckner

August 2, 2012

Uncle James,
You, Uncle Larry and Uncle Charlie are the men in my life who made me into the man I am today. I never thank you for the leadership you provided. You made me feel special and like your son even though I was only your nephew. I will miss you and those great cookies. I am proud to be nephew and that you got to see me get married and have kids. I will always miss you!

August 2, 2012

Uncle Welly, your caring & loving person will be missed by all who knew you. I remember you & us kids playing ball in the street late at nite (seems like Uncle Larry would somehow always get stung by scorpion & that would end the game).

I remember that you could always be counted on to be a faithful, loyal, caring & available presence to all your family & friends & Army buddies, & would always try to keep in touch, no matter the time or distance between you.

Mostly, I will always remember & be grateful that you were my Uncle Welly.

Love, Sharon Ann

Penny Mosconi

August 2, 2012

Our Key and Crouch family reunions won't be the same without you there.... you will be missed greatly. Love to all the family,
Penny and Larry

Barbara Cuesta

August 2, 2012

Rest in Peace Uncle James tell grandmother and uncle Larry and Nanny hi from all of us.

Glenn Scrivner

August 1, 2012

Bubba, you and Larry were the first people I met when hiring in at the T&P railroad almost 38 years ago. You had your own brand of wisdom...some of which I still use today. God grant peace to your family and friends. I do miss those "COOKIES"!!!!!! God has healed you and you are now in His presents! Well done!

Miki Von Luckner

August 1, 2012

Uncle James, you will be so missed !! We love and adore you and appreciate all you did. We will miss you so very much and those monster chocolate chip cookies !! May you rest in peace with your Savior. Thank you for being a man of honor, love and God.
Dave, Miki, Chasin & Aja Von Luckner

August 1, 2012

Buba I worked with you for over 30 years, you taught me more than railroading, you taught how to be a man at work and at home. I especially will miss the chocolate chip cookies as will as my wife and kids. You are in GOD'S Hand's now , You will be sorely missed.

Gerald & Jeanice Collings & Family

Jennifer Kirk

August 1, 2012

I love and miss you more than words can ever say. You have always been there for me no matter what I have ever done and that will never be forgotten. You have loved me unconditionally just as I will you until the day I die.

Dennis Kirk

August 1, 2012

I love you Papa, and will miss you dearly.

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