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Harry Lee Crosby passed away at his home on Sunday, October 19, 2025. Born on July 22, 1955, in Meridian, he was the son of George Thomas Crosby and Vernie Inez Andrews Crosby. Harry dedicated his career to Georgia Pacific, working as a Machine Operator until his retirement. A passionate outdoorsman, he loved both hunting and fishing. Harry was also an avid supporter of Alabama Football, cheering for the team with great enthusiasm. One of his favorite activities was caring for his yard and mowing the grass. He was a lifetime member of the Choctaw County Rescue Squad and previously served as a reserve deputy in the Choctaw County Sheriff's Department. Harry's love for his family ran deep, particularly for his grandchildren, especially his little sidekick, Everleigh. He was a beloved son, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. He will be profoundly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
He is survived by his son, Michael Todd Crosby (Anne) of Butler; son, David Lee Crosby (Leann) of Butler; Regina Inez Crosby of Butler; mother, Vernie Inez Andrews Crosby of Thomasville; brothers, Rev. Jody Crosby ( Wanda) of Sunny South, Thomas Crosby of Butler, and Jason Crosby (Sharon) of Sunny South; sister, Carol Hepstall of Panama City Beach, Florida; four grandchildren, Preston Todd Crosby, Ashley Joy Thurman, Camaron Bivens, and Everleigh Rose Crosby; and numerous nieces, nephews, and other family members.
He is preceded in death by his father, George Thomas Crosby.
The family kindly requests that in lieu of flower donations be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital at www.stjude.org/donate.
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Arrangements entrusted to Bumpers Funeral Home of Butler.
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