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Steve Crouse Obituary
He was born in Mecklenburg County on Feb. 20, 1950, to Alice Nell Huffstetler Crouse and the late Homer Kenneth Crouse.
In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his grandparents, George and Mary Huffstetler, Thomas and Edna Crouse, and stepson Michael Loftin.
Left to cherish his memories include his mother, Nell Huffstetler Crouse and her special friend Ed Morton; brother, George Thomas "Tommy" Crouse and wife Wanda, of Lake Wylie, S.C.; sister, Debra C. Payseur; step-granddaughter, Josie Loftin; nephews, Dean Fore (Amanda), of Nashville, Tenn.; Chris Crouse, of Lake Wylie, S.C.; Jonathan Payseur, of Pittsboro, N.C.; Jason Payseur (Nicole); Justin Payseur (Melanie); great-nephews, Noah Collier and Lucas Fore; Carson Payseur and Elijah Payseur; great-nieces, Addesyn Payseur and Emma Payseur; and numerous cousins.
Family will receive friends from 4:30 until 6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 19, at Hickory Grove Baptist Church, with A Celebration of life Service to follow at 6 p.m. in the church with the Rev. Tom Kinman and the Rev. Dan Crowley officiating. Masonic Rites will be conducted by the Gastonia Lodge 369 AFAM.
Memorials may be made to Hickory Grove Baptist Church, 3717 Hickory Grove Road, Gastonia, NC 28056; Shriners Hospitals for Children, 2900 Rocky Point Drive, Tampa, FL 33607; and Novant Health Hospice, P.O. Box 33549, Charlotte, NC 28233-3549.
Condolences may be made to www.withersandwhisenantfuneral.com.
Withers and Whisenant Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 2916 Union Road, Gastonia, 704-864-5144, is serving the family.
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Memories and Condolences
for Steve Crouse
Nicki Walker
November 22, 2016
Thoughts and prayers are with you, Debbie. He will be great missed.
Mitch Culp
November 18, 2016
Worked with Steve and had the privileges of having him as one of my crew members for a number of years . Very dependable and particular about his work performance being of high quality. Steve had many talents and could use them in many different ways. Also enjoyed hearing him tell stories.
Linda & Jim Adams
November 16, 2016
Nell, Debbie, Tommy and family; we are so sorry to hear of the loss of Steve. We wish to extend our deepest sympathy. The family will remain in our prayers. May God's grace grant you peace and comfort. We are only a phone call way.
Scott & Monica Phillips
November 15, 2016
Debbie,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. May God give you comfort, strength and peace during this time.
Joy Robinson
November 15, 2016
Your family is in our Thoughts & prayers
Steve will be greatly missed.
The Robinson's
Ed, Terry & Joyce
November 14, 2016
Debbie and Tommy , I am very sorry for your loss.
Your family will be in my prayers .
Eric Young
Vickie Harrelson
November 14, 2016
Dear Debbie and family of Mr. Crouse, My deepest heartfelt sympathy and love. My prayers going up for you all. God Bless!
Sherry Lingafelt
November 14, 2016
Dear Debbie,
My sincere condolences to you and your whole family. My love and prayers are with you in this time of great loss.
Pam Abernethy
November 13, 2016
Nell & family, So sorry to hear about Steve. Praying for you for peace and comfort during this time of grief. I won't be able to come Saturday but just know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Love you all. Pam and David Abernethy
November 13, 2016
Debbie , We are so sorry to hear of Steve's passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. May God give you comfort in this sad time. Tommy and Joan
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