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Dan Davis
September 30, 2009
My 80-year old mother lived across the street from Steve, Debbie, and Joel. There was nothing he wouldn't do for her especially when she lived by herself for a while. Steve was always upbeat, humorous, and ready to party. He was not one of those people that sat back during a problem or a crisis in the neighborhood. He got involved and tried to help from robberies in the neighborhood, car accidents on Little York, house fires, even rescuing pet birds from a tree. He loved to decorate during the holidays. I know he deeply loved Debbie and Joel. He was one of those rare people who loved life and made you love it too.
Dan Davis, Kingwood, Texas
Stacey and kids
September 28, 2009
I knew Steve from when i was a kid he was my dads friend.11 years ago i moved down the street from him and debbie she became one of my best friends and my oldest son ricky become joels friend, i am a single mother of 4 and steve really took an interest in my son ricky he said he was a natural in baseball just like he was.I had a lot of hard times but ricky always had a new pair of cleats and a baseball bat thanks to steve.He included him in everything they did as a family from running the bases at minute maid to going on family trips.He pushed ricky hard to be the best he could be and i thank him for that.I had to work alot of late nights and steve would always drop pizza off to my kids for dinner it helped me out alot.He will be missed,we love you steve see you in heaven.
Ken Walker
September 27, 2009
When I think of Steve I keep going back to memories of Northside Little League baseball. We respected Steve and his talent and did not look foward to having to play against his team. When I saw Steve at Sam Houston early in our tenth grade year, I knew Sam Houston HS athletics at least had a chance. At the one High school reunion I was able to attend, Steve approached me and to my surprise, remembered not only myself but my brother Ralph, who was a pitcher. Steve was a team player. We all will miss Steve Crocker.
Debbie Turner Yorek
September 26, 2009
Steve will always have a special place in my heart. My memories of Steve bring tears and laughter. Tears only because of the great loss to family and friends. Laughter for all of the wonderful times we had in our younger days. Steve will be missed by all who knew and loved him. How blessed we all are, knowing what a special guardian angel we now have looking over us.
Vivian Walker
September 25, 2009
Steve and my brother, Craig, were good friends and team mates @ Fonville Jr. High. He was an incredible athlete and fierce competitor. I have heard so many exciting stories of great plays he would make on the football field and basketball court, that everyone watching would be in awe.
His greatest "play", however, was when he accepted Jesus Christ as his Savior when he was a teenager.
I pray that his family and friends will take comfort in knowing that there was great rejoicing in Heaven when his God welcomed him home.
Jon Wylie
September 25, 2009
I met Steve in 1986, and I remember it like it was yesterday. My mom and I were staying at a friend's house for the night, and Steve was there. We(Steve and I) were sent on a store run and from the moment I got into Clyde(that was what he called his car) I was very comfortable with him. He was so funny and just had me laughing like crazy.
Steve was the reason I got into sports and started playing them. He taught me how to play golf, and I was witness to his first ever hole-in-one at Melrose Golf Course, and in the pouring rain no less. I recall that day and telling him maybe we should go into the pro shop and play again when the rain settles. "You can go to the pro shop if you want to, but I am not going anywhere, I am feeling very lucky today". So while my hands are freezing from the rain and holding his bag we get to #18 and I am thinking ok one hole to go then I can get out of this rain. The interesting thing about #18 on Melrose was you had trees all the way down to the hole on both sides so to hit the green you had to get a shot with some loft, and that is what he did. However he immediately thought he hit a bad shot so being the caddy I tried following where the ball went, and even as crazy as the wind and rain was you could hear the sound of the ball hitting the pin as it dropped into the hole. Immediately he was screaming and hollering and asking me if I saw it. That was by far my favorite golf moment with Steve.
If I had to pick an overall favorite moment I would be here typing all day and all night as there were alot. I enjoyed all the games we went to. I enjoyed playing catch and pass and backyard basketball with him. He always beat me in basketball which always made me try even harder the next time. Of the hundreds of times we played I think I beat him maybe 1 or 2 times, but in the process he turned me into a competitor.
I remember my first year playing little league our team was in danger of being disbanded due to not having a coach, and Steve stepping up to the plate and being the coach. During his tenure as the coach we won only one game and ironically it was the game he was tossed from for arguing a call.
To sum all of this up Steve was not only my dad, he was my friend as well. He took a 9 year old that never wanted to do anything but stay in the house and watch tv, and turned him into a die hard sports fan. Because of Joel Steven Crocker I am who I am today, and I am glad to have met him.
Derryl Dale
September 25, 2009
Steve was one of those rare persons whom made you feel like you were his friend the first time you met him. I remember the first time I met Steve, we were 11 years old in Little League. I remember Steve was that one person that I could never strikeout. Through Junior High and High School Steve was always the star player and person. He would always make you laugh and make you feel like you were his friend for life. As I sit here and read all the wonderful stories about Steve and how many people he has touched with his character for caring for people. I know just like the star he was, he will be shining his light on us, all of his family and friends.
Until we meet again, may God bless you and your family.
Donna Davenport Patterson
September 24, 2009
I remember the dancing - what a treat it was to have Steve as a partner on the dance floor. He called me Sis and I called him Brother...we shared and we listened during those good ol' days at Sam. Tonight at the visitation I saw so many Sam Houston friends. Some I knew and remembered well, some I knew and barely remembered and some I knew and did not recall at all.
During HS, there were all kinds of groups of special friends and most all intertwined. And I realized tonight that Steve was the link that connected our little groups and is a big reason we are still connected today as loyal forever friends.
No matter who you were, what you liked, an athlete, a cheerleader or a High Stepping Houstonette, in the band, speach club, drama or choir, you knew Steve AND Steve KNEW YOU!
I always felt like Steve had my back in HS. I Always respected him and knew he was a gifted and honorable man.
We are all very fortunate to have such a friend in Heavan today watching over us.
God Bless you Debbie, Joel, Tommy and all his family and friends. May time, prayers and your loving memories of Steve smooth your pain.
Gwen Moreland
September 24, 2009
Steve Crocker was a Senior at Sam the year I arrived there as a Sophomore. I learned who he was the very first day of school because all of my athletic classmates who came over with me from Patrick Henry Jr. High were speaking his name in whispered awe...he was the hero of many and the mentor of the lucky. To this day, mention his name to some of the jocks from the class of '76 and everyone of them will tell a story of Steve's prowess on the diamond or field. Steve and I laughed about that at a mini reunion not long ago...those of you who know him can image his side of the conversation...my sympathies to his family and friends (of which he had many)...he is the true "spirit" of Black & Gold.
September 24, 2009
Our Hearts go out to you Debbie and Joel. Know that Steve Loved you both very much and was very proud of yall. He was a great Coach and friend to my son Tristan and my Grandson Patrik.
The thing I liked about Steve was that no matter where he was or who he was with he always took the time to stop you and say Hello every time. He always made you fell important.
IN GREAT MEMORY OF STEVE CROCKER
MAY YOU REST IN PEACE.
WE WILL MISS YOU STEVE.
Be strong and keep the Faith.
All Our Love,
The Ortiz Family
Mary Mendoza-Ward
September 24, 2009
Farwell friend, I know you will be missed - I charish all the laughs we had and what a tease you were. Though out our school days from DeChaumes Ele., Fonville Jr High, and then on to Sam Houston High School. You held a special place and friendship in my heart. I take pleasure in knowing you are in a better and most wonderful place. You have the biggest fans and now in your own grand playing field....OH! What a wonderful one. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
ALBERT GUERRERO
September 24, 2009
WE THE GUERRERO FAMILY FROM NSN WOULD LIKE TO SEND OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHIES TO THE FAMILY. HE WAS ALWAYS THERE FOR YOU IF YOU NEEDED HIM.
WE WILL MISS YOU (ALBERT GUERRERO @ NSN)
Victor Medrano
September 24, 2009
Parkwood Little league send our deepest sympathies to The Crocker family. Steve was an absolute blessing to Little League Baseball. He will be missed.
Sandra Lamb Treadway
September 24, 2009
Steve will forever be missed by all of us from Sam Houston High School, he was one of the best!
Odell Fitzpatrick
September 24, 2009
Would like to send our condolences to his family. Our prayers and thoughts are with them. He will be truly missed.
Jay C. Lester
September 23, 2009
I have known "CROCKER" since I was in the seventh grade. We played every sport thinkable in school, where he always excel to the fullest. "CROCKER" was a very good friend and we spent alot of time both on the field and off. My best memories in school, was that "CROCKER" always beat me in baseball, football, etc. He was truly an excellent athlete. It truly was a real shocked to hear of his passing. "CROCKER" was like a brother to me growing up. Personally, I always thought that "CROCKER" was a gifted and all around athlete I have ever known. I would like to send my condolences and prayers to his family. He truly will be missed and I know he will truly find happiness in his new surrounding. "CROCKER" my friend, REST IN PEACE, you WILL BE MISS. GO MIGHTY TIGERS.
JAY C. Lester-Sam Houston High School - Class of 1974.
Janet (Lege) Higgins
September 23, 2009
I've known Steve since Deschaumes Elementary School and would see him occasionally at our Sam Houston High School Reunions. His great personality never changed. Reading these Guest Book entries is like a reunion in itself. Steve would be honored to know how many friends he truly had. He will be missed.
Gailyn Gustafson Sanderson
September 23, 2009
I grew up with Steve, literally. We attended kindergarten through 12th grade together. He was always making everyone laugh and he had so many natural talents. He was king of the playground at De Chaumes Elementary and that followed him onto every sports field through High School. He nicknamed me Gaylord at a very early age and called me that every time we met over the years. I knew it was him before I turned around and knew it was always with affection. We lived in the same neighborhood and shared many Halloween nights, in full costume, nights at the baseball park, where he always rocked, Friday night football games for Sam Houston, and visits over the years. I would like to share one memory. We attended Fonville Junior High, it was eighth grade and we were having a talent show. Steve was in the show, but no one could figure out what his talent would be…there were no sports categories. The music started and Steve came out on stage wearing tap shoes and you could tell, for the first time, he was nervous, not many people knew he could dance. He started the routine and many of the kids snickered, but Steve just kept dancing and by the end of the dance everyone was standing and applauding. Steve had done it again. He was a natural. Steve made everyone feel special and that takes a very special person. I will miss knowing that he is in this world. May God hold you in his care until we meet again my friend.
I pray that God will watch over his family during their time of sorrow.
Diane Guzman
September 23, 2009
I met Steve a little over 2 yrs ago when they moved our company to Conroe. He was one of my favorite guys at work, he made the unbearable days bearable...always making me laugh with his antics and jokes..most of them at my expense!! The ringer on my office phone sounds like the music to "sweet child of mine" by Guns and Roses and he had the lyrics written on a pc of paper taped to the wall by his work station and everytime my phone would ring he would run to the wall and sing along with the ringer..he was hilarious. I started everyday with him walking in my office and shouting "HOLA"..followed by a "short" joke..I will miss him dearly...work will be very boring without him...but I will keep the paper with the lyrics he wrote by my desk and remember him everytime my phone rings..Rest in Peace Crock the Rock...Adios mi amigo..Diane Guzman
September 23, 2009
I worked with Steve and he was always grining and always kidded me. It made me forget my troubles for a moment. He was very smart and could make our German CNC machines sing.
Valla con Dios Steve
Wayne Mausbach
Hershal & Lily Bradley & Family
September 23, 2009
Would like to send our condolences to his family. Our prayers and thoughts are with them. He was one to never say no to Little League. He will be truly missed.
Melody Hutchins Knighten
September 23, 2009
My name is Melody Hutchins Knighten, and Ive known Steve for a very long time. He bought me my first Led Zepplin album set and quad stereo system! Steve always took us to Port O Connor and taught me how to water ski. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Darrell Hohensee
September 23, 2009
Steve was a long time friend, neighbor, classmate and good guy. I am shocked and saddened to hear of his passing. We grew up together during our teenage years and shared many good times. He was instrumental in helping me get my first job out of high school, stopping by on his way to apply at Reed Tool Company. Steve - Rest in Peace.
Damon Brumley
September 23, 2009
I met Steve and Debbie over twenty years ago at Melrose Golf Course and we immediately became friends. I have a couple of golf story's that I would like to share, one of the two golf story's that I will always remember was the time Steve and I were partners in his company golf tournament, at the time Steve had just picked the game up, but was still better than most beginners. We were playing a par three and if you were closest to the pin you would win a trophy (It was nice Trophy) it so happened that I hit the closest shot in our group, but I told Steve to put his name on the marker and maybe it would hold up. During the awards ceremony Steve’s name was called as the winner of closest to the pin on that particular hole, what makes the story is the fact several of Steve’s co-workers were experienced golfers and here he is winning the closest to the pin, him and I thought it was so funny. Another golf story I remember about Steve was the time he made his first hole-in-one at Melrose, I was working in the Golf Shop and it was raining so hard, , but it was not stopping Steve from playing, he was teeing off on # 18 and I was watching from the Golf Shop when I see his ball hit the green and then all of the sudden I hear Steve screaming it’s in the hole and he starts running toward the green so excited and soaking wet, but it didn’t matter. Stevo as I called him just got his first hole-in-one and nothing was going to damper his excitement. I’ll miss Stevo, but I know one day him and I will be playing golf together again.
Kriss Bridwell
September 23, 2009
Shocked to learn of Steve's death; been many years through North Side LL and Sam Houston High Baseball
Pamela Crocker
September 23, 2009
Steve was 11 yrs. old when I met his older brother O'Neal. O'Neal and I dated through high school and married in 1970. So, I was priveleged to watch Steve excel in everything he ever did. I remember when he was playing pony league at North Houston National...we arrived at his game in the 4th inning. We got out of the car and the stands were going wild.....we asked a kid in the parking lot what was going on and he said, "Nothing much, Crocker just hit another grand slam" Steve just "had it". I think of all the things he did, if you ask him what was the best thing, he would say "Joel" I've never seen a dad more proud of a son. Steve was so smart and so talented, and he will be missed.
September 23, 2009
I have known Steve since I was a very young child. He was married to my sister Charmaine and was my brother-in-law long ago. He was the best black belt in karate I had ever seen. May his soul rest in peace and God's blessings to his family. Our thoughts are with you all at this time.
Crystale Hutchins ~ Kingwood, Texas
Yvette Hutchins
September 23, 2009
My name is Yvette Hutchins Burke and I met Steve when I was a little girl-maybe 5 or 6 years old. I remember him as a big, strong, fun, handsome guy who water-skied who was always very good to me! I have a lot of great memories of he and Tommy. I'm so saddened to hear that he has passed away. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless.
Yvette Hutchins Burke
Marilyn McQueen Collard
September 23, 2009
My deepest sorrow to the family. Steve was in class before ours but I remember him. Class of 76.
Renee Stockwell
September 23, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Our family has many fond memories starting with Little League. Steve was a star at an early age!
The Manuel Family
Mark Mayad
September 23, 2009
Steve was the best natural athlete I ever knew. In 1974, we needed a long jumper to represent us at the district track meet. Coach Ray Seals asked Steve if he would try it. He had never long jumped, practiced one day, and broke the district record the next day. He was a terrific basketball player and would take your head off on the football field. If there are any intra-mural sports in heaven, I want to be on Steve's team! Rest well my friend!
We'll miss you.
September 23, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. I know he will be missed. Our family has many fond memories starting with Little League. He was a star at an early age!
The Manuel Family
Beverly Byrd
September 23, 2009
Steve will be sorely missed by his former classmates. Know that your family is in our hearts and prayers at this time.
Beverly Cornelius Byrd - Sam Houston class of 1975
Debbie Rogers-Parnell
September 23, 2009
Steve was just one of those guys that you never forgot...In school, he was so outgoing and friendly to everyone he met, and he never changed. You could not help but to like Steve. His personality just drew you in. Even after all these years, at our mini reunions, he was so excited to see everyone. Steve was still our lovable "THE CROCK",and always will be! He never forgot where he came from and he never forgot his friends. Gonna miss ya buddy! My prayers go out to Steve's family and friends. May God watch over all of you and give you comfort.
sharon long
September 23, 2009
My deepest sympathies to the family.
Sharon Long
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