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William Crouch Obituary
Bill began his career in mechanics and maintenance with the Dupont Plant in Seaford, at which time he also joined the U.S. Army Reserve and later the U.S. Air Force Reserve where he continued his career as an aircraft mechanic at the Dover Air Force Base. For several years, Bill was owner and operator of Tri-County Heating and Air and later retired from the state of Delaware, James T. Vaugh Correction Center where he worked in the maintenance department for many years.
Bill adored his family and always enjoyed family gatherings and supporting his children and grandchildren in their activities. He served as a Cub Scout leader when his boys were young and spent many years coaching teams with Milton Little League, where he also served as president of the league. In his spare time, Bill enjoyed being outdoors hunting, golfing, and surf fishing.
Bill was preceded in death by his father, Daniel M. Crouch; an infant son, William Anthony Crouch; and a brother, Derrick Crouch.
He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Nancy (Cifala) Crouch; three children, Julie Schirmer and husband CJ, Zachary Crouch and wife Stacey, and Matthew Crouch and wife Megan; his mother, Maxine Crouch; four grandchildren, Shelby Schirmer, Jamie Schirmer, Luke Crouch and Abigail Crouch.
A funeral service will be held at Noon on Thursday, Sept. 19, 2019 in the chapel of Short Funeral Services, 416 Federal Street, Milton where a time of visitation for family and friends will be held from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Burial will immediately follow at Odd Fellows Cemetery, Milton.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Bill's memory are suggested to Home of the Brave, 6632 Sharps Road, Milford, DE 19963.
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Memories and Condolences
for William Crouch
Tammy
March 23, 2025
Julie is a real winner. Bill raised her right. Rest in peace buddy.
Edward P Surowiec
September 12, 2023
Bill, I still miss you, man! I wish GOD would have let you stay here for a bit longer. It was not your time. Keep Nancy in your heart.
EDWARD P SUROWIEC
September 12, 2022
Bill was my friend, and I will always remember him.
Edward P Surowiec
Gary Beall
September 12, 2022
Still in our prayers!
EDWARD P SUROWIEC
September 12, 2021
Bill, I always looked up to you as my First Shirt, and my friend. I always enjoyed working with you installing A/C's, furnaces, and water heaters on the side. You were funny, very knowledgeable, and honest, and I admired that in you.
I miss you very much, and I hope GOD is taking good care of you, as you took good care of family and friends when you were here.
When it's my time to meet my maker, I hope I see you with him. As my insurance agent would say, "you're in good hands". Luvya man, Eddie.
Theresa Baker
September 25, 2019
R.I.P. Mr. Bill, you were such a sweet man to work with at DCC. Thank you for coming to fix my heater and saving me hundreds $. I often think of my ole peeps that have retired from DCC the good ole days!! To the family, I so sorry for a tremendous loss, he was a very good man to work with!! I'm glad I had that opportunity!! Another bright star in the sky.
Joel Hall
September 20, 2019
Great man. Great sense of humor, He was my shop leader at Dover A.F.B. I Worked beside him at the prison doing hvac. He will be missed.
Ted & Linda Cannon
September 19, 2019
So sorry to hear of Bill's passing. Seems like only a month or two ago we were playing ball and going to Boy Scout camp. Great memories.
Chris Connors
September 19, 2019
We are so sorry for your loss . He was a good man and a great coach . Always went out of his way to say hi if he saw me . He will be sorely missed . Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad moment .
Kathy Walker
September 18, 2019
So sorry for your loss will be saying prayers for the family
Gary beall
September 18, 2019
Will cherish the memories.
September 17, 2019
miss you Bill great buddy Rodger
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