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August Crowley Obituary
THAWVILLE - August M. Crowley, 40, of Thawville unexpectedly passed away Friday, June 30, 2023.
His visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, July 7, 2023, at Rosenbaum Funeral Home, 925 N. Illinois 47, Gibson City. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 8, 2023, at the funeral home, will burial to follow in Ridgeland Township Cemetery in Thawville.
Memorial contributions may be made to an education fund for his daughter at Farmers Merchants Bank under the care of Mike and Julie Crowley.
August was born July 16, 1982, in Gibson City, a son of Michael O. and Julie A. (Benson) Crowley.
He is survived by his parents, Mike and Julie Crowley of Thawville; his daughter, Aubrey Crowley of Forrest; his maternal grandmother, Reta Benson of Thawville; his paternal grandfather, Dwight Crowley of Thawville; his special friend, Erin Dietmeier of Paxton; and his chocolate Lab, Ace.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather and paternal grandmother.
August was a 2000 graduate of Paxton-Buckley-Loda High School, where he played football and was a member of the jazz band. He received his Industrial Operations Certification from Parkland College in 2009.
August took great pride in being accepted into the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 601 of Champaign. He graduated to the status of journeyman in 2014 and was most recently working for Block Electric Company in Morris, a company he greatly enjoyed working for.
He grew up helping on the family farm and someday hoped to transition there full-time as farming was in his blood as a fourth-generation farmer.
His daughter, Aubrey, was his first joy in life, and his world revolved around her and planning their next adventure. August was also an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, fishing and boating. He spent much of his time at Green Acres Sportsman's Club, where he hunted pheasants with his dog, Ace. He was a supporter of Pheasants Forever and a die-hard St. Louis Cardinals fan.
He was a very private man, but if you were accepted into his circle, you were there forever.
He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
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for August Crowley
Jim and Robin Niewold
July 17, 2023
Mike and Julie, You have our deepest sympathies. We cannot imagine the pain of losing a child.
Linda Clatterbuck
July 9, 2023
Our hearts go out to the Crowley family. Praying that God will comfort you all in the days ahead. Love, Linda & Dennis
Amanda (Roy) Standifer
July 8, 2023
I went to school with August at PBL. Mostly throughout high school we sat next to each other in bad playing trumpet. He was a quiet guy but he worked hard and we had fun! I haven´t kept in touch since graduation but it sounds like he made a great life for himself and his family. We will be praying for you all.
David Senko - Block Electric
July 6, 2023
I was fortunate enough to see August´s pride, and skill in his electrical work. after reading his obituary, and seeing the kind words that have been stated, I cannot agree more and feel so sorry for his family and their loss.
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Pat Curtis
July 5, 2023
Mike, Julie, Audrey and other family members,
I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. I send you my deepest sympathy and love. May God restore your life with peace and comfort during this extremely hard time.
Pat Curtis wife of Leonard Earl Curtis (1929-2011) Nephew of Roland Ray Resler and cousin to Corrine Faye Resler Crowley.
Fuzz winegar
July 5, 2023
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all!!
Cathy Staffa
July 5, 2023
My profound condolences to your family during this sudden loss. So truly sorry.
Christa Johnson
July 5, 2023
I worked with August at Aladdin. I was so very sorry to hear of his passing. He was a great guy and he will be missed by all who knew him. Sending prayers for comfort to all of his friends and family.
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