James Andrew "Jim" Crenshaw Jr.

James Andrew "Jim" Crenshaw, Jr. passed away at home surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, January 19, 2020 at the age of 88. Jim was born in Meridian, Mississippi, he grew up in New Orleans and was a resident of River Ridge for over 40 years. He is survived by his children, James A. Crenshaw, III (Sandra), Sharon C. Lonero (Jay) and Mark T. Crenshaw. He is preceded in death by his beloved wife of 35 years, Diane Schmiege Crenshaw and beautiful daughter, Laura Diane Crenshaw. Jim was a graduate of Warren Easton High School. He served overseas in the US Army as an Artillery FDC Chart Operator with the 44th Field Artillery Battalion. Upon returning from service in 1956, he began a career as a talented Draftsman, a career which spanned over 50 years. He worked for numerous engineering firms including Walk, Haydel & Associates., Jacobs Engineering and Linder and Associates. In 1981, he cofounded his own engineering services corporation, Diversified Design Consultants. Jim was particularly proud to have been a part of the construction of the Vertical Assembly Building at the NASA Michoud facility. He continued to work well past retirement when companies sought him out for his "old school" knowledge and ability to review and check computer aided design plans for offshore, onshore and foreign projects. Jim was a devoted husband and loving father who cherished spending time with his family. He enjoyed traveling and was always ready to pack a bag for another adventure with family and friends. Visitation will be held at Greenwood Funeral Home on Monday, January 27, 2020 from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. followed by a Celebration of Life in the Chapel. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, if you wish to honor Jim's memory, please donate to the charity of your choice. The family invites you to share your thoughts and fond memories and condolences online, at www.greenwoodfh.com