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Randy Crowder
1951 - 2008
Randy Crowder
1951 - 2008
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Randy Crowder Obituary
Randy was a graduate of the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville and earned his forestry degree from the University of Arkansas at Monticello. Randy was an Arkansas State Registered Forester, State Registered Appraiser, and was a member of the Association of Consulting Foresters. Randy was the first consulting forester elected President of the Arkansas Forestry Association. Randy served on the Arkansas Forestry Commission. He was the Owner of Crowder Forestry and managed timber for Bragg Land Co. as well as other landowners in Arkansas and Louisiana. He served on the First Bank Board of Directors, and the Ouachita Industries Board.
He was a member of St. Louis Catholic Church where he served as a Eucharistic Minister.
Graveside service will be at Memorial Park Cemetery at 9: 00 a.m. on Thursday, July 24, with Father Pius officiating. Proctor Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. To sign the online guest register visit www.proctorfuneralhome.com
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Jay Wilson
August 17, 2008
Martha, I was shocked and saddened to learn about your loss. My dad J.T. Wilson and I Hunted with Randy at the Camden Hunting Club and My Dad had a Farm next door to his Mom and Dad on Maul Road. Yes Randy will be missed but not forgotten.
Barbara Packard Cathey
August 17, 2008
Martha,
I was sorry to hear about the death of your husband..May the memories of "good times in life" be with you as the future unfolds..
Thinking of you with prayers,
Carol Sue (Willhite)Ennis
August 15, 2008
Martha & Family, I am so sorry for your loss of Randy. May you always feel God's loving comfort....
Keith & Jill O'Neil
August 14, 2008
Dear Tom, Kristin & the entire Crowder Family,
Keith and I just wanted to say we are so sorry for your loss. I breaks our hearts to hear of this news. We didn't know your father well Tom, but if he is anything like the son he raised I'm sure he's the best! You are all in our thoughts and prayers and again we are sorry you are experiencing this loss. We love and miss you both! Let us know if there is anything we can do for you.
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Debbie (Tate) McCann
August 7, 2008
Martha, I was shocked and saddened to learn about Randy's passing. I only found out today.
My earliest memories of Randy are of being one of his classmates in Mrs. Wilson's 6th grade class at Cleveland Avenue School. Randy stood out as being one of the kindest and friendliest boys I knew. And he never changed during all the years I knew him. What a great guy! And what a deep loss. I was greatly blessed to have known him and to have grown up with him in school.
May the Lord bless you and keep you, Martha, during this season. I'm looking forward to seeing you again next year at our 40th reunion.
Much love to you and your sweet family,
Debbie (Tate) McCann
David Tate
August 7, 2008
Martha,
I am just now finding out about Randy. So sorry. He was one of my favorite "underclassmen" in High School and I remember him always with a smile and that I always smiled when he was present. He had that affect. I have seen him only once since high school and it is truly my regret. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Susan (Lindsey) Efird
August 6, 2008
Dear Martha and family,
Bruce and I were so sorry to hear about Randy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
My prayer is that you will feel God's loving arms around you and be comforted with His peace.
Love,
Susan
Caleb and Blaire Perry
August 3, 2008
We love you guys so much. Be encouraged and be blessed.
Herbert & Barbara Bennett
August 2, 2008
We were so sorry to read about your loss. our prayers are with you all.
Dennis Gregory
July 31, 2008
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Zoe Ann (Blalock) Bond
July 31, 2008
Martha & family: I was very sad to hear about Randy. Please accept my deepest sympathy. May God's comfort and peace be with you. You will be in my prayers.
DONNA DORTCH
July 30, 2008
Martha and all family members,
We were so shocked and sad to hear about Randy. Words are insufficient to express our sorrow. Please know that you are in our prayers. "Miche" & Donna (Everett) Dortch
jacob womack
July 29, 2008
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Pat Rivers
July 29, 2008
Dear Martha, Tom, Will, Patrick and family.
I'm so sad to hear of Randy's passing.
From the previous expressions of sympathy, Randy has left you with a wonderful legacy of love and friends who are there to support you during this difficult time.
My deepest sympathy and God Bless each you.
Pat H. Bryant Rivers
Trisha Young
July 28, 2008
Tom & Family,
I know it is very hard to lose a father and husband at any time, but especially early in life. My prayers and deepest sympathy are with you in your loss.
Harriett Washington
July 26, 2008
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Jim Carr
July 26, 2008
I had the privilege of serving with Randy on the AFC. I always enjoyed our visits together---even when he came to the meetings feeling less than 100%, he always had an upbeat, positive attitude. May Our Heavenly Father comfort the Crowder family in this loss!
James Jackson
July 25, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Mike, Kim, & Blake Ponder
July 25, 2008
Tom & family,
So sorry for the loss of your father. Please know you & Your family are in our Thoughts & Prayer's.
God Bless
Cory & Katy Bostic
July 25, 2008
Crowder Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Mr. Crowder was a wonderful man and will be greatly missed.
Sarah Canada
July 25, 2008
Tom and Kristin
I am so sorry for your loss. Please let me know if there is anything you need. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Marvin Whitehead
July 25, 2008
Martha,
I think of Randy as a wonderful guy and a very caring and nice person. I remember when he hugged me at Bessie's funeral day; it really touched my heart. He was a very special person, and the world was graced by his presence.
I'm so sorry for your loss and your nice boys' loss as well. All of you will miss him greatly I know.
Sincerely,
Marvin Whitehead
Sarah Langley
July 25, 2008
Tom and Kristin,
I am so sorry about your loss. Our prayers are with you during this time.
Mark, Kandy, and Will Bradshaw
July 25, 2008
Martha and Family:
We will miss Randy not only as a good friend but as a caring person. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you. Sorry we could not be there.
Amy (Wright) Lea
July 25, 2008
Tom & Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are will you.
John King
July 25, 2008
Dear Martha,
I was shocked and saddened to hear about Randy. I always remember the fun times we had during my time in Camden. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Kyle and Ashley Sedlacek
July 25, 2008
Martha,
Our prayers are with you as you go through this difficult time. You and Randy hold a special place in our hearts...we are so greatful that you took us in after Hurricane Katrina. You both were SO generous to us. We were so blessed to have known Randy. We love you and your family.
Scott Binnion
July 25, 2008
Dear Martha and Family,
Our prayers are with you during this difficult time. I was a Freshman with Randy at Arkansas on the football team. He was very well liked and respected by all that knew him.
Houston & Brooke Bradshaw
July 24, 2008
Randy was a great man and will be missed by all that knew him.
Sue (Atkinson) Green
July 24, 2008
Dear Martha and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this sad time and in the days to come. It seems like just a short time ago we were all graduating from high school together. May your precious memories and God's comfort be with you in the days ahead.
Virginia Geurin
July 24, 2008
Dear Martha, Sons and families, the Sanders, Gaughans, and Rothert families,
I am so sad to hear of your loss. As a Graduate Student teacher in the College of Business at the U of A, I had the pleasure of having Randy as a student. It was good to know that my friend Mary Ellen's little sister had such a nice husband.
I pray God's grace, love, and peace will surround you,
Virginia Teel Geurin
Virginia Geurin
July 24, 2008
Martha, sons and families, the Sanders, Gaughans, and Rothert families,
I am so sad to hear of your loss. As a Graduate Student teacher in the College of Business at the U of A, it was a pleasure to have Randy as a student. It was so nice to know that my friend, Mary Ellen's sweet little sister had such a loving husband.
I pray God's grace, love, and peace will surround you.
Virginia Teel Geurin
Virginia S. corrigan
July 24, 2008
Dear Martha and the Boys,
The Corrigans want to offer our
sympathy and love to each of you.
I know God will Bless you all.
Philp Cordell
July 24, 2008
Martha and Family, so sad to hear of Randy's death. We were freshmen in Fayetteville at the same time. I'm glad I had the chance to know him. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Corky Cordell
Delois Kitchens, Calhoun County Bank
July 24, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss. Randy was a great man. He will be sorely missed on the Board of Directors at Calhoun County Bank/First Bank of South Arkansas. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time
Brand Rodger & Carol
July 24, 2008
Martha, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Rodger and Carol Brand
Gates and Sharon Williams
July 24, 2008
Dear Martha and family,
Our deepest sympathy to each of you. We became close to your family during our years in Camden and had the greatest affection and respect for the Crowders.
I was so fortunate to have taught Will and loved him dearly. Please give him a special hug from me, but my love goes to each of you. We are just terribly, terribly sorry for your loss.
Bless your hearts,
Allen Lister
July 24, 2008
I have heard many great things about Mr. Crowder and would have liked to meet him in person. I know he will be missed deeply by friends and co workers and all the folks he has touched in his line of work.. Pulaski Co. Forest Ranger III
Doug & Debbie Sutherlin
July 24, 2008
Dear Martha & family,
We are so saddened to hear of Randy's death. I guess we always believe at every class reunion that we will all return in 10 years. That is not always the way it works out. We had a great time growing up together and will always hold those those special memories. How lucky we were to share some great times with Randy. Our love and thoughts are with you!
SUSIE WOLFGEHER (CLINE)
July 24, 2008
DEAR MARTHA AND FAMILY..I AM SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS...YOU MIGHT REMEMBER ME AND THE CLINE FAMILY FROM A LONG TIME AGO..MICHAEL JUST SANG AT MY FATHER'S FUNERAL ABOUT A YEAR AGO..MY SYMPATHY AND PRAYERS GO TO YOU AND YOURS
Sara Yarbrough
July 24, 2008
Dear Martha and children, I am saddened by Randy's death. I have known him since he was a toddler and his family lived on the street behind us and we used to watch him on his way to Mae Coan's grocery, barefoot and in his T-shirt!! I had the priviledge of knowing him and teaching him when he was in high school and have known you both forever it seems. You will be in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Sara Edwards Yarbrough
Dennis Morris
July 24, 2008
Dear Martha and Family;
The entire Morris family offers their condolences to your family during this time of loss.The world is a better place because of Randy's life and legacy.You are all in our prayers.
Dennis, Carol, and Archie Morris
Steve Kincaid
July 24, 2008
We in Magnolia enjoyed competing against Randy in high school football. Tom carried on that tradition and became a great Razorback. Best wishes to all in Randy's family.
Shane & Kay-Kay McAteer
July 24, 2008
Crowder Family,
Our Thoughts and Prayers go out to you and yours. Mr. Crowder was a great guy and always had a smile. He was always such a great help in the Forestry world and he will be truly missed. Our prayers are with you guys.
Persephanie Silverthorn
July 24, 2008
Martha, please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Your and Randy's kindness after Katrina is deeply appreciated and will never be forgotten. If there is anything I can do today or as time begins to pass and hopefully heal, please let me know. I wish I could be there today, but please know that all of you are in my heart .
Debbie and Cal Sanders
July 23, 2008
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Ralph Roberson
July 23, 2008
Martha,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your sons during this trying time. Our deepest sympathy goes out to you.
Ralph and Susan Roberson
Susan Bensberg
July 23, 2008
Dear Martha,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Susan Bensberg
Justin Buck
July 23, 2008
My prayers are with yall Crowder Family.
Justin Buck AFC Dispatch
Kelly Purifoy Holland
July 23, 2008
Dearest Martha and boys, You were so Lucky to have had Randy for a Husband and Father. He was a outstanding young man. He was so full of life, always doing or going somewhere. He really had a "full plate", but that was the way he liked it. My prayers are with you all, Kelly Purifoy Holland
Ron Beaver
July 23, 2008
On behalf of Camden Hunting Club, our sincere condolences on the loss of a good person and a life long friendship. Randy set a tremendous example for all of us to follow. To the families of Randy, may God console you during this difficult time.
Jerel White
July 23, 2008
Randy was a really great guy. I always enjoyed working with him while trapping beaver. Your family will be in my prayers.
Doogie Darling
July 23, 2008
Dear Loved ones of Randy-I was associated with Randy in the Forestry Association and this is a great loss to our profession. I grew up with his Dad years ago at Fordyce and always felt I knew Randy very well because of that. My prayers and thoughts are with you during this time.
Monty and Debbie Glover
July 23, 2008
Martha and Family, our prayers are with you all.God Bless you.
Faye and Mike Littrell
July 23, 2008
Martha, we think Randy was one of the greatest guys we have ever known. We know this is a difficult time for your family and will be praying for peace for all of you.
Lindsey Wilson
July 23, 2008
Tom,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
The Smith Family
July 23, 2008
Tom and The Crowder Family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We know he was very dear to you! May all the prayers and thoughts get you through this difficult time. Our love and prayers are with you!
Jack and Carolyn Wells
July 23, 2008
We were saddened to hear about Randy. Randy had so many fine qualities. I always admired and respected him. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with your family as you go through this difficult time.
Nick & Betsy Tuberville
July 23, 2008
Crowder Family,
Sorry to hear the loss of a great man. This world lost one of the finest! Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family during this extremely tough time.
Gene Pearce
July 23, 2008
Martha,
My deepest sympathy to you and the family. I enjoyed serving on the AFA board with Randy and his wisdom and leadership will be greatly missed by the forestry community.
Gene Pearce
Morrilton,Ar.
Gordon Maroney
July 23, 2008
Tom,
I am praying for you and your family.
Karen McManus
July 23, 2008
Tom,
I am sorry about your loss. Please remember that you and your family are in my prayers.
St. Louis Catholic Church (your church Family)
July 23, 2008
Martha, Our prayers be with you and your family.
Tom & Denise Colby
July 23, 2008
To the Crowder Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. May God’s Grace comfort you during this time of sorrow. Denise and I always remarked at what a great family you were when we would see you at Mass. You will be in our prayers.
Paul and Sherrie Simpson
July 23, 2008
Martha and Family,
Please accept our sincere condolences during this time of your loss. Randy was a good friend and respected member of the forestry community. He will be sorely missed.
Sara Recktenwald
July 23, 2008
Crowder Family, I am SO sorry to hear of your loss. I am a friend of Kristin's from OBU. I know her and Tom thought the world of "dad" as I am sure others did too. My thoughts are with you all.
Willie & Kathy Casteel
July 23, 2008
Our deepest sympathy to Martha, Patrick, Will, Tom, Mary Margaret, and family. Randy was a very special man. He was a great father and set examples for all of us to follow. We will miss him deeply.
Brandi Gutierrez
July 23, 2008
With deepest sympathy
Brandi (Dodson), Alejandro and Ana Bella Gutierrez; Todd and Grant Dodson
Rudy Jackson
July 23, 2008
Martha, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I pray that the peace of the Lord will be with you and your family
Fred Jordan
July 23, 2008
Martha,
Although contact with Randy was lost after high school, memories of his good nature, and pleasant disposition remained. He was a great guy. Our prayers are with you and your children during this difficult time.
Jesse and Emma Jean Wood
July 23, 2008
May God bless the fanily.
Jeremy Wolfe
July 23, 2008
To the entire Crowder Family,
I grew up spending quite a bit of time with your family. Mr. Crowder was one of the nicest people that I have ever known. I am sure that he will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers will be with your family during this time.
Jeremy and Melissa Wolfe
Ron and Sherry Randolph
July 23, 2008
Martha and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. May you be comforted by all your wonderful memories. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. Ron and Sherry Randolph
Tony and Courtney Woods Formerly with IP in Arkansas
July 23, 2008
To the Crowder Family:
We extend to you our deepest sympathies for your loss. Randy was a kind man and will no doubt be missed by many. You will all be in our prayers.
Ken and Stacie Griffin
July 23, 2008
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Tice & Tonya (Cross) White
July 23, 2008
Will & Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. We pray that God's love will bring you comfort and peace.
Dave Miller, RF
July 23, 2008
Mrs. Crowder and Family: I was saddened to read of Randy's passing. He was liked and respected by fellow foresters. Please accept my sincere, heartfelt sympathy in your loss.
Evette Dixon - AFC
July 23, 2008
May all the wonderful memories you've shared comfort you during these trying times.
Encouraging Scripture: Psalms 34:18
Debra Matthews-Perry
July 23, 2008
Dear Miss Martha, I am so sorry to have read about your loss-How is Patrick ?Mr. Crowder always greeted me with a smile. You and family are in my prayers.
Ben & Sherri Dixon
July 23, 2008
Dearest Martha, Mary Margaret & Family,
We are so sorry to learn of Randy's passing. We have thought of you guys often and wondered how Randy was doing. May your faith & memories give you strength. Our prayers are with all of you.
Tyson & Dot Greening
July 23, 2008
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Allen and Lou Bedell
July 23, 2008
It is with great sadness we extend to all the family our sympathy. But it is with great joy we celebrate the eternal life for Randy now. May God give you peace and comfort through this time of your loss.
Joe & Martha Friend
July 23, 2008
Our Sympathy to Randy's Family. We pray that God will comfort you during the coming days. I consider it an honor to have known Randy. The forestry community has lost a friend and leader.
Ed LeVay
July 23, 2008
Martha and family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Randy was a fine person and I am honored to have known him. My prayers for your comfort and support.
Dusty & Jean (Wood) Rhodes
July 23, 2008
Deepest sympathy to the Crowder family.
Kim (Mullins) & Aaron Fogle
July 23, 2008
Mrs. Crowder, Pat, Will and Tom,
We are so very sorry to hear about Mr. Crowder, he was such a wonderful sweet man. I have known all of you guys all my life through church and it just seems so unreal. I hope you can find peace in knowing he feels so much better now and he is in a wonderful place where you will all meet again one day. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
John David Hood
July 23, 2008
Martha, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers at this time. When I lived in Camden, Randy was always a pleasure to visit with and be around. He will be greatly missed by everyone whose life he touched. God bless you and your family.
Charles and Betty Nugent
July 23, 2008
Martha and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Lindsay Laney
July 23, 2008
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Todd Wooten
Lindsay Laney
Virginia Wilson Cawthon
July 23, 2008
Virginia and Mike Cawthon
Brenda Hargis
July 23, 2008
Mary Margaret, and the Crowder family; I send my prayers, my thoughts and my love to each of you, assured that God's love will sustain and strengthen you during this difficult time. Matthew5:4
Brenda Hargis and family
Ian & Samantha Randolph
July 23, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
James Phelps
July 23, 2008
I extend my sincerest heartfelt sympathy to Randy's family and friends.
James Phelps
July 23, 2008
I extend my sincerest heartfelt sympathy to Randy's family and friends.
jewel burroughs
July 23, 2008
my thoughts and prayers are with you at this diffcult time.
Gail Strickland
July 23, 2008
Martha and boys, my prayers are with you at this time. Randy was a wonderful person. We would talk at the post office and I sure missed him when he stopped coming there.
Sharon Harris-Biddle
July 23, 2008
On behalf of my dad, Edward Harris and the entire Harris family we offer our deepest sympathy to the family. Randy was one of a kind and we all truly loved him. He will truly be missed. The family will be in our prayers and if there is anything that any of you need, please don't hesitate to ask. May God comfort each of you during this difficult time.
We love you,
Edward Harris and Family.
Dennis Merritt
July 23, 2008
Martha, may the Peace of the Lord be with you and your family.
George Lease
July 23, 2008
Our deepest sympathy to all the Crowder family and friends. Randy was a good friend and a respected leader in promoting sustainable forestry and professionalism in the Arkansas forestry community. ATPA and I will miss his leadership, friendship and ready smile.
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