Lowell "Rod" Crabtree

Lowell "Rod" Crabtree obituary, Alcoa, TN

Lowell "Rod" Crabtree

Lowell Crabtree Obituary

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Alcoa - Lowell "Rod" Crabtree, age 54 of Alcoa, passed away Friday, May 16, 2025 at his residence. Rod was a graduate of Heritage High School and the University of Tennessee where he was a member of the golf team. He was an avid golfer and sports enthusiast. Rod had a generous heart and was very active in the community where he made a large impact on many lives. He was a successful business owner operating several businesses in East Tennessee. Rod was a loving and devoted son, nephew, and cousin who will be deeply missed by his family and friends. Preceded in death by his parents, Lowell Pleasant Crabtree Jr. and Virginia Large Crabtree. He is survived by several loving aunts, uncles, and cousins. Family and friends will assemble at 1:00 PM on Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at Clarks Grove Cemetery for graveside services and interment. In lieu of flowers please make memorial donations to the Bud Allison Memorial F.O.P. Lodge #9 Shop With A Cop Program - Blount County at 940 E. Lamar Alexander Pkwy Maryville, TN 37804. Condolences may be shared through Smith Funeral & Cremation Service, Maryville, 865-983-1000, www.SmithFuneralandCremation.com

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