Robert (Bob) Kenneth Crowe, age 66 of Chillicothe Ohio, passed away Sunday evening, November 23rd, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones at Embassy of Valley View Care Center after a prolonged illness. He was born on January 28th, 1959, in Chillicothe Ohio, to Donald Crowe and the late Vicki Crowe.
Bob was a graduate of Chillicothe High School and Pickaway Ross Vocational School, class of 1977. He loved spending time with his family, being outdoors, and taking long walks. Bob was a devoted sports fan and loved to watch the Cleveland Browns, Ohio State football, and the Cincinnati Reds.
He was preceded in death by his mother, brother Ronnie Crowe, nephew Joshua Crowe, Aunt Debbie Daniels, grandparents Evelyn Gallagher, Robert Reis, Elbert and Irene Crowe, mother-in-law and father-in-law William and Margaret Rhoads. Bob is survived by his father, his loving wife and best friend Elizabeth Crowe after 41 years of marriage, son Brent (Brandy) Peters, son Ryan (Ciara) Crowe, daughter Rachel (Steven) Mallow, sister Starlet (Chris) Raines, sister-in-law Marie Whitley, Uncle Mike Gallagher, grandchildren Molli, Brynn, Brody, Allie, and Lily, nephews Jason, Donald and nieces Christina, Megan, and Madison.
The family wants to send a special thank you to all the administrators and caregivers from Embassy of Valley View Care Center and Heartland Hospice for taking such good care of Bob in his time of need.
According to Bob’s wishes there will be no formal service held. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to Embassy of Valley View Care Center, at address 3363 Ragged Ridge Road, Frankfort, Ohio, 45628.
The Smith-Moore-Ebright Funeral Home of Bainbridge is serving the family.
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110 West Main Street PO Box 485, Bainbridge, OH 45612

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