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WILLIAM "BILL" CROUCH
Bill was born Feb. 22, 1928 in Yoakum to the late William O'Brian and Kizzie Gorman Crouch. The family moved to Victoria in 1934.
Bill served in the United States Marine Corps from 1946-1948 and served in the Pacific theater during World War II. He worked as an underwater pipeline specialist in Africa, South America, Persian Gulf, Mexico, Nigeria, and France. His work in the United States included Lousiana, California, and New York. After retiring he formed his lawn service business, Leisure Lawn of Victoria. He was a member of First English Lutheran Church.
He is survived by his wife of almost 16 years, Caroll Schmidt Crouch; daughters, Virginia Faye Matzick and partner, Sherry Randolph of Indianapolis, Ind., and Cynthia Gale (Jim) Harris of Montgomery; stepdaughter, Sandra Jean (Fred) Perl of Bend, Ore.; stepson, David Alton (Marie) Hand of Round Rock; sister, Doris (Willis) Gathright of Victoria; grandchildren, Logan and Shelby Harris; step-grandchildren, Anthony Hand, Carson Perl, Cathy Doyle, and Shannon Damron; step-great-grandchildren, Christopher Nicholas and Zachery Doyle, David and Jonathan Damron; and several nieces and nephews and their families.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife of 42 years, Janice Beams Crouch; and brother, Clyde Edwards Crouch.
The family will receive friends from 6-7 p.m. Monday evening, Feb. 14, 2011, at Grace Funeral Home. The funeral will be 2 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 15, 2011, at First English Lutheran Church with Pastor Paul Muehlbrad officiating. Burial will follow at Memory Gardens Cemetery.
Pallbearers are Gary Garrison, Caleb Garrison, Jim Harris, Logan Harris, Anthony Hand, and Steve Novotny.
The family requests that donations in William's name be directed to First English Lutheran Church, Hospice of South Texas or American Cancer Society.
Grace Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
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jeannine atzenhoffer
February 20, 2011
ginny & sherry--it has been many yrs, but wanted to say hello & tell you how sorry i was to hear of your father's death, ginny. my thoughts & prayers are with all of you during this sad time. i hope this finds both of you well.
L G 'Bud" Weiser
February 17, 2011
Willy Crouch was one of the best peo[le I ever worked with - ever ready to lend a hand - do more than his share and keep things plesant with his good humor and smile - The Weiser family offer condolance to all thoes that will also miss him.
February 15, 2011
Mr Bill, the last couple years have been a little rough on you and Miss Carole. The struggle is now over My Friend, and Peace is finally at hand. Angie and I want you to know that we'll always cherish the holidays that we got to spend with you and your family over the years. You will be missed immensely! God Bless you, Sir!
Rusty, Angie, and the Girls
February 15, 2011
My sincerest condolences to Bill's children, Ginny and Cindy, his grandchildren, Logan & Shelby, and his wife. I remember him well for his laughter, his love of life, and his love for his family. I will keep him and his loved ones in my prayers.
Diane Holland
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February 15, 2011
"As good friends for over 50 years Bill's friendship and great smile will be missed. I am confident that my husband, Bill Evans was waiting for him and soon they will be having a great time discussing all of their many adventures from working around the world together. You will be missed by many. Sincerely, D'Loris Evans and Family
February 14, 2011
God bless Bill Crouch and his family.Bill and I attended Patti Welder
High School many years ago he was the type person you never forgot
and you always considered him as a friend.
God bless Bill. William Bill Sherman.
The Whole Family
Marie Hand
February 14, 2011
We will miss your laughter and companionship. Our family was truely blessed to have you in our life. You were a sweet soul we loved to have as our step dad and grandpa. With All our Love, David, Marie Hand and family.
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