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Richard Crum Obituary
John was born January 15, 1965, in Omaha, Neb., to Richard and Rose (Stancliffe) Crum and graduated from Omaha Ryan High School. He married Lisa Rasmussen on October 8, 1993, and to this union two sons were born. John was working base maintenance at Offutt A.F.B. for the past 2 years. He was an avid NASCAR fan.
John is survived by his wife of 13 years, Lisa Crum; sons, Mason and Austin Crum, all of Beebeetown; parents, Richard and Rose Crum; sister, Michelle Bystrek, all of Council Bluffs; brother, Rob Crum and wife, Stacey, of Lingle, Wyo.; aunts, uncles and cousins.
Visitation with the family, Wednesday, 6 to 8 p.m. at Cutler-O'Neill-Meyer-Woodring Funeral Home. Funeral service, Thursday, 11:00 a.m. at the mortuary with Rev. Marvin Arnpriester officiating. Interment in Hazel Dell Cemetery. The family will direct memorials.
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Crum
David H.
May 7, 2007
My condolences to lisa and the Crum Family, in my view Richard John Crum passed too fast away. As a young men.
My english is not one of the best, so i want to use my native language.
With my own words (german):
"Ohne die Kälte des Winters, würden wir die Wärme des Frühlings nicht erfahren."
Durch den Tod Richard John Crum erfahren sehr viele Menschen die kälte der Trauer, aber durch Liebe seiner Angehörigen und natürlich seiner Freunde und Nächsten ist die Wärme all gegenwärtig.
Im diesem Sinne, mein herzliches Beileid der Familie Crum.
Shawn and Thomas Herreras (Stacey's sister)
April 29, 2007
To John's Family;
We are sorry for your loss and want you to know you are in our hearts and prayers.
Stacey Crum
April 29, 2007
Rob and I were made aware of this guestbook by Shane, thank you so very much. We just reviewed the current entries, and appreciate all the entries, memories, heartfelt wishes, and prayers.
The memories will be cherished forever. I personally feel so blessed to be a "Crum". I have several other brother-in-laws, but never had one that was a "brother" until John. Rob and I will miss our brother greatly, as will the rest of the family and friends. Most of all, we will love and pray for Lisa, Mason, and Austin.
Thank you all again for your kind words and memories.
Stacey Crum ~ Rob Crum's wife
John Vela
April 27, 2007
Michelle & Entire Crum Family:
My deepest condolences on your loss. John was a great kid in high school and, I am sure, an equally great father, husband, man. Knowing how much he touched so many in the 4 short years of high school, I cannot fathom how grievous his loss must be to you after having the joy of knowing and loving him for so many more years than we at Ryan did. May God Bless and comfort him and all of you.
Very Sincerely...
Charlene Smedra Schadler
April 27, 2007
Dear Crum Family, My heartfelt sympathy in the loss of your beloved John. He was a delight in the neighborhood on A street and always happy in the carpool to Ryan High School. God Bless him as he makes his journey home.
shane quinze
April 26, 2007
Dear Lisa and family, I grew up across the street from the Crums over on A street in Omaha. I was pretty much John's shadow and I bugged him quite a bit but not once did he ever tell me to go home or leave. He treated me like a friend and did a lot for me.I will always remember John and Rob trying to teach me how to water ski. I could never get my ski's on in the water so John would jump in and put them on for me(this happened on many occasions). I'm pretty sure I wore him out. John was always nice to me and I looked up to him.I will deeply miss him. Keep smiling John!! Lisa, My thoughts are with you and family!!! Shane Quinze
Laurie Manning McMillan
April 26, 2007
Dear
Michelle and all of the Crum Family:
I'm saddened to hear of your brother's death. You're all in our prayers during this time of loss. We are especially thinking of John's wife and children. May God give you comfort.
Anne Chaffin
April 26, 2007
Dear Michelle and rest of the Crum Family,
I was so sad to hear of John's early passing. It has been so many years since I saw John, but I have fond memories of him making us laugh and him being such a fun kid in highschool. He always had so much energy and a joy for living. Please know that I am thinking of you all and you are in my prayers.
Most fondly,
Anne Ramsey Chaffin
Dale and Cindy Lee
April 26, 2007
We are sorry to learn of the passing of John. You and your family have our deepest condolences.
Dana Rasmussen-Zappala
April 25, 2007
Lisa and family, we are so sorry to hear about your loss. Our condolences to you and your children, I remember when I met you and your husband at the airport with the twins, he is a special spirited being whom I am happy to have met. I remember his big huge charming smile. We will keep you in our family prayers. I still think we are cousins, Much Love, Dana Carlo Luca & Giancarlo
Tiffany Quinze
April 25, 2007
Mr. and Mrs. Crum and family-
It has been years since I have seen you and I was shocked to learn of your loss. John was always so nice to me as the "kid sister" of Shane. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Tiffany Quinze
Aunt Marian Mongar
April 25, 2007
Lisa and family.......
May angels walk with you today and always. You're in my heart, thoughts,and prayers.
Bill and Michele Miller
April 25, 2007
So very sorry to hear of your loss. John, or (Uncle Dick as our children use to call him when they were little)was a great guy and will be greatly missed. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
David Quinze
April 25, 2007
Dear Lisa, I have never meet you
or John's son. I knew John back
in his teen years. I always enjoyed
being around him. I knew him when
his parents lived on A Street in Omaha. I'am very sad for you and your sons. God Bless You. I just
wish I could have seen John as a
man I bet he was a great husband and father. David A. Quinze
MSgt Melissa Lutat
April 25, 2007
Dear Lisa and boys,
We are deeply saddened and shocked to hear the news about John. The Airman Leadership School Staff wishes you peace and comfort during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
John was such a funny, supportive and entertaining person to be around. He was often a bright spot in our busy day. We will miss seeing him during his weekly visits.
His legacy is part of campus. Our pavillion and volleyball court stands as a constant reminder of his hard work and dedication.
We know you'll miss John greatly and hope during this difficult time you will draw upon your own strength and the strength of loved ones that hold you in their thoughts.
You have our deepest sympathy.
V/R
MSgt Melissa B. Lutat,
Flight Chief, Airman Leadership School
Patti Wills
April 25, 2007
Thinking of all of you in this most difficult time. May the support of family and friends help you through these dark hours. My deepest sympathy to all. Patti Wills - Sister to Jackie Lohrke
Kay M. Balaban
April 25, 2007
Lisa, Mason and Austin,
So sorry for your loss. My heart is deeply sadden. May God be with you and your boys.
I am a friend and co-worker of John's here at Offutt AFB, I will miss seeing him and his spunky personality.
Teri Kunik
April 25, 2007
Dear Lisa and boys,
Please know that you are on our minds and in our hearts. May the peace of God envelope and embrace you all.
The Kunik clan (Amy's sister and family)
Judy King (Sharon Trede's sister)
April 24, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Jill Chapman
April 24, 2007
May God be with you all. May you find His love and grace in your hearts.
Andrew, Jill, Courtney and Ken Chapman
Chris Howard
April 24, 2007
Lisa:
I want to let you, Mason, and Austin, know that you are all in my thoughts. I am terribly sorry for your loss and will keep you all in my prayers. I have fond memories of John and his vibrant laugh & his overwhelming energy. I think we all will remember John like that...and it will inevitably put a smile on our faces everytime we do. God Bless you and your family and all the extended "Crum" family.
Howie
Bob Mulvania
April 24, 2007
Lisa, You are in my thoughts and prayers.John was a great guy and he'll be missed.My deepest sympathies also to the boy's and the Crum family
mick/sharone clevenger
April 24, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the boys. God bless your family.
Lt Col Phil Moessner
April 24, 2007
Lisa and Family,
The men and women of the 55th Civil Engineer Squadron are deeply saddened by John's death. We grieve for you and with you over the loss of your husband, father, son, brother, and our friend and coworker.
Tom & Diane Stein
April 24, 2007
Dear Crum Family,
John will be greatly missed! He had such a wonderful charm and smile. He will always be in our hearts. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jenny Baughman
April 24, 2007
Lisa, I'm so very sorry about John.
He will be sadly missed. I will keep you and the boys in my thoughts. Jenny Baughman
Jenny Baughman
April 24, 2007
Lisa, I'm so very sorry about John. He will be sadly missed. I will keep you and the boys in my
thoughts.
Dorthy Marshall
April 24, 2007
Lisa,
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. My pray's and thought's are with you and the boy's. Miss seeing you. Keep in touch.
Dorthy Marshall
Jason and Diane Pierce
April 24, 2007
Lisa-
Sorry to hear about your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Connie (Ring) Lary
April 24, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Bill & Jeanie Wohlers
April 24, 2007
The Crum Family
Sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayer are with your family.
Beth Schneckloth
April 24, 2007
I am very sorry for your loss. May god bless you and your boys. This is from Nicole Schneckloths mom. Beth and Roger Schneckloth
Kirk (Kip) Crook
April 24, 2007
I was greatly saddened to hear of Johns passing. I hadn't seen John in about 20 years,but thought the world of him. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kip Crook
Patty & Denny Mulvania
April 24, 2007
We can't even begin to express how sorry we were to here of your loss. Please know you and the boys are in our thoughts and prayers. May your memories bring you comfort.
Love always
Marilyn Johnson
April 24, 2007
Sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Marilyn, Rick, Rachel, Hannah
79 Lakewood Villa
Shelley Quick
April 24, 2007
Lisa & family,
I am sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Shelley Ring-Quick
Tammy Hall
April 24, 2007
Lisa,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. I will keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers.
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