Alton Crim

Alton Crim obituary, Webster City, IA

Alton Crim

Upcoming Events

Sep

6

Celebration of Life

1:00 p.m.

American Legion Post #191

726 2nd Street, Webster City, IA 50595

Send Flowers

Alton Crim Obituary

Visit the Foster Funeral and Cremation Center - Webster City website to view the full obituary.

     Alton Crim, 95, of Webster City died Sunday, August 17, 2025 at Crestview Nursing and Rehabilitation. A Celebration of Life will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, September 6, 2025 at American Legion Post #191 in Webster City followed by a time of fellowship with family and friends. Foster Funeral and Cremation Center is caring for Alton and his family.

      Alton Edgar Crim, son of Edgar and Opal Westrum Crim, was born August 14, 1930 in Stratford. He graduated from Stratford High School in 1948. He served in the United States Marines from 1951 – 1953. Alton was united in marriage to Janice Lucille Sinclair on May 18, 1958 in Boone. Prior to his retirement, he worked many years for Batcheller Transfer, Mormon Feed, Electrolux, State Liquor Store and Frigidaire. Alton proudly volunteered with Boy Scout Troop #17 for over 20 years. Alton loved to fish, taking many trips to Canada on family fishing expeditions. He and Janice spent their time bowling, camping and traveling with their dream trips to Australia, New Zealand and Alaska. 

     He is survived by his children, Corey (Carol) Crim of Bellevue, NE, Marnia (Ed) Crawford of Blairsburg, Colin (Rhonda) Crim of Boone; grandchildren; Amanda Wright, Kayla Crawford, Sarah (Blake) Craw, Cassidy (Alex) Kokjohn and Ashley (Cody) Kelchen and five great-grandchildren Benjamin, Ava, Lincoln, Amelia and Kellan.

      Alton was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Janice in 2006; his parents; brother, Vincel Crim and sisters, Lois Davis and Virginia Duecker.

     Memorials may be given in Alton's memory to the Webster City Boy Scout's Troop #17. 

How to support Alton's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Alton Crim's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Upcoming Events

Sep

6

Celebration of Life

1:00 p.m.

American Legion Post #191

726 2nd Street, Webster City, IA 50595

Send Flowers