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for William Crothers
Scotty James
February 11, 2012
One of the few people in my life that I can say made my life better.And noone can hold a candle to the joy you brought into our lives. I know you and my dad are in a place where you are rewarded for all you've done.Love ya uncle Bill
sorry for all your loss call me if any of ya need an ear 812/557/5339 Scotty
Richard Crothers
February 21, 2011
I know your eyes are watching over mom. I hope our prayers will provide her comfort. Please send some sunshine for Dee and Kristine. There is not a day that passes I do not think of you. We miss you so much. I will be out to visit your site and mom in three weeks.
Kristine Crothers
February 21, 2011
Hey Grandpa!!
I just wanted to let you know that we need your help this week up fprm above...This week is going to be a rough one.. Grandma and Dee are scared and need for comfort..Please send them some of your comfort....We miss you and love you so much!!!!
Richard Crothers
February 1, 2011
Thinking of you.....if you had a few minutes with each of us before you passed, "What would he tell us?" What would be your "Last Song?" Dad, I love you and miss you. It is growing harder and harder without you.
william crothers
January 16, 2011
dad i miss you. i sent flowers, it is been almost a year and it does not seem the same. but i know you are at peace and watching over us.i love you and i am healing still but you taught me to hang in there. i found some pictures and brought them to mom. still miss you daily
January 13, 2011
Hey Grandpa,
Its been almost a year..I so wish you were here with me today..I have been handling things really well and taking care of grandma like you asked..I dont know if I am doing the best job but I am trying. I miss you so much today. I was doing well and then people had to ask me how I was doing since it had almost been a year and now that just got me thinking more and more about you. We miss you here with us. I miss that man that would sit there and listen to me talk about nothing but you listened when I needed you to and oh how I miss that..Love you grandpa!!!!!
Oh Grandpa, us grandchildren miss you soo much..I took the kids up to uncle Billys this summer and they enoyed it as much as you use to enjoy it.
Kristine Crothers
November 16, 2010
WILLIAM CROTHERS
October 18, 2010
dad;
happy birthday; i miss hearing your voice though every time we talked that your quiet and personility taught me that you never liked speaking of emotions.
I will be coming home soon. i am so sorry that i have not been home sooner.Things have been hard this fire season.not complaining the season was slow and no one died.but i have deciced to return to the line next year and now to start go back into getting to the point to still serve.
I will visit you soon and it has bothered me greatly to not see your marker of peace and love. Should of been of the sooner. "you have taught me to stand my post" and especially in fire. my father learned what i do on the barr fire when dad and mom needed to be rescrued out of the fires path but dad stood so strong- not like war but against nature and nature will win.
i was the first time worried. even in the back country to make sure they were home. They flew me out to make sure they were ok. my histiry in trinity has been good and bad and mom and dad faced it with me. I love you for that dad. i am a firefighter/ medic but no hereo.
dad we will talk when i come home and stand at your marker as my hereo and my father. i will carry, and cherish everything you taught me. BE A SIMPLE MAN; LOVE YOUR FAMILY AND DO WHAT YOU LOVE TO FULL FILL YOUR LOVE OF LIFE.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY DAD!!!!!!!!!!!!!
WILL TALK TO YOU SOON. YOUR SON, BILL
i am healing well but things have changed so much when you were here in the mountains. i miss you and mom.
i pray daily that you are out of pain and at peace. you seem to bring me the faith for that
william crothers
October 14, 2010
hi dad;
really been thinking of you. I know you are watching over me after this fall and the ribs broken and lung collasped. i will be going home to visit you at the end of the month and always know I need you. it has been hard this year. I am no longer allowed to jump so it will be helicoptors next year. I miss you so much.love you
Kristine Crothers
October 12, 2010
Oh, Grandpa! I so wish that you were here with me today..I need you here so I can talk to you so that i knew what to do with this issue that am having. You always have the right thing to say and do. Your birthday is coming up next week and I wish you were here to be with us. Its not getting easier like people said it would. I just choose not to face it that you are gone.
Rusty 2010
Richard Crothers
September 23, 2010
Here is a Senior picture of Rusty. You would be so proud. He is playing football and soccer. He is doing great on both. Got several college offers. We all miss you so much
FLETC Graduation
Richard Crothers
August 10, 2010
I hope you are smiling. I miss you so much. Back to work
Richard Crothers
July 30, 2010
I know you are watching. I made it through FLETC. It was hard to not break down during the ceremony because I kept my thoughts on you and how you wanted me to accomplish this task. Dad, I miss you. I find you in my thoughts more then ever. I love you
william crothers
July 30, 2010
dad, I really miss you. the fires are burning and I know you are watching over all of us.I will always remember you in the trinitys.
Richard Crothers
May 31, 2010
Dad,
I can't ever forget the spirit of a man that was proud to serve others. You gave everything that you could and more. I understand that god wants good man around him but I can't understand why he took you away from us so soon. I wanted you to see all the things we all have accomplished and what your grandchildren would come. I know you are watching but to see your smile just made everything better. I miss you. MY heart aches for you but I know you are no longer hurting and are in a better place. Here is something for you to smile about as you watch over us.
Kristine Crothers
May 29, 2010
Happy Memorial Day Grandpa!!!!! Thank you for all that you have done in your life. Serving in the Armed Forces for 20 years and then in the nursing community for over 20 years. I miss you with all my heart. I so wish that you were here. We are taking you a flag and flowers to your gravesite tomorrow.
April 17, 2010
Hey Grandpa,
If I had only known
It was the last walk in the rain
I'd keep you out for hours in the storm
I would hold your hand
Like a life line to my heart
Underneath the thunder we'd be warm
If I had only known
It was our last walk in the rain
If I had only known
I'd never hear your voice again
I'd memorize each thing you ever said
And on those lonely nights
I could think of them once more
Keep your words alive inside my head
If I had only known
I'd never hear your voice again
You were the treasure in my hand
You were the one who always stood beside me
So unaware I foolishly believed
That you would always be there
But then there came a day
And I turned my head and you slipped away
If I had only known
It was my last night by your side
I'd pray a miracle would stop the dawn
And when you'd smile at me
I would look into your eyes
And make sure you know my love
For you goes on and on
If I had only known
If I had only known
The love I would've shown
If I had only known
william crothers
April 12, 2010
dad,
I sure do miss you and only wish you can see what we are doing in the campgrounds with the remodeling.It is still hard for me you not being around for support but I know you are at peace and watching over us.
Richard Crothers
April 4, 2010
Dad,
I miss you. This day has been rough since you always made holidays something to remember. I knopw you are watching over us. You have to be pleased with Robbie.
william crothers
February 22, 2010
dad,
I raelly miss you. I have returned to the mountains that you taught me to love and stood behind me as a park ranger and firefighter. I know you are close to my heart and I miss you daily.
I will try to live up to all you taught me. I remember the camping trips in west germany when very young and all the times we spent at the cabin here on the trinitys when you were the host at big bar.
Lauren Margetic
February 8, 2010
Although I never had the privilege of meeting Williams Crothers, I do know what a wonderful father he was to one of the most important people in my life. He was loving, caring and brought joy to everyone’s heart that he ever touched. He will be greatly missed, but his memory will live on forever.
Richard Crothers
February 3, 2010
Dad, I miss you. I know you are here with us watching over us...but my heart aches just to see your smiling face and put my arms around you.
Kristine Crothers
February 1, 2010
GOD’S GARDEN
God looked around his garden
And saw an empty place
He then looked down upon this earth
And saw your tired face
He put his arm around you
And lifted you to rest
God’s garden must be beautiful
He always takes the best
He knew that you would never
Get well again
He saw the road was getting rough
And the hills were hard to climb
So he closed your weary eyelids
And whispered “peace be thine”
It broke our hearts to lose you “pappy”
But you didn’t go alone
For part of us went with you
The day god called you home
My Pappy was the greatest man I have ever known. Pappy always had a big smile on his face no matter what. He was the most patience man in the world. When I was three years old, I love to do hair. Pappy would sit in his recliner and I would stand behind him and put what seemed to be a 1000 rubber bands and girl hair stuff in his hair. I would be there for hours doing his hair over and over again and he just would sit there and let me do my thing, while he watched his favorite shows. If I was not doing pappy’s hair I was sitting in his lap and we would sit there for hours watching TV together.
Pappy was a great man. He was always was thinking about others. Not only has he raise his own children he has raise many others. He took in his own wives younger brothers and sister and made sure they had a home, food, and clothing to keep them warm. He also raise me his grandchildren and many other foster children. My grandfather was the type of man that would give the shirt off his back and give his last piece of bread to a man that was hungry before he clothed or feed himself. Am not sure what else to say but that Pappy you were a loved man and you mean the world to me. I just hope that I your oldest grandchild will follow in your footsteps and be a great woman as you are a great man.
Pappy, I would also like you to know I would not be where I am today if it wasn’t for you and grandma. I am grateful for all that you have done for me. I hope I made you proud. Also, pappy I want you to know that I will always keep my promise that I made to you that day, I will take care of grandma, your wife no matter what. I will be there with her 100% of the way. I know it won’t be the same as if you were here, but I will do my best and keep my promise to you and I will always be there for her when she needs me. I love you Pappy and you will always be in my heart.
debby tafoya
January 29, 2010
I worked with Bill for 8 years at KDDH on 2n. he was the most awesomest, calmest guy to work with. he always had a smile and a cup of coffee in his hands. He was always ready to help when asked. The world lost a great guy but he is free from pain and is with the angels. Connie my prayers are with you and the family. just rememebr he is still with us in memories and we will see him again in Heaven. Bill keep smiling we will all join u when its our time. God Bless the family and Connie be strong love you all debby
January 29, 2010
He was 13 yrs old when I was born.I don't remember living in the same house as Billy. I do remember Mom getting really happy because Billy was coming home.We would all be happy and counting the days till he came. I don't remember how old I was, maybe 5 or 6 at the time. He sent me home a jacket from Japan. I loved that silky jacket and wore it all the time.It had to fall apart before I would get rid of it.
Then when I was 8 he got married. I cried because I had to stay home and miss their wedding. But then Billy and Connie would come for visits and that just added to the fun. Then they had the twins, Billy and Ricky,then DeeDee and at last Glenn.But by then I was married also.
But somehow I never outgrew the fun of seeing Billy and Connie. And when they lived in Coatesville it ment that I could visit them whenever I wanted. But that didn't last long..........They moved to Ca. So we were back to just visits. They came home when Mom died, When Sonny and Bobby died. But the visits were always too short. Everybody had things to do.Life to live.
I have loved him all my life.He will always be a hero to me. He will be missed by so many. I know he's in Gods hands now. And in no more pain. It's we who are left behind who have the pain of missing him. His love held us all close.....Let's try to stay that way... Love you Billy.Your sister forever Fran
Shaun Ryon
January 28, 2010
I never met Bill Sr, but from reading all the comments I am sure that he will be missed by all that knew him
R Crothers
January 27, 2010
Who would have thought that just one man could have impacted so many lives in such a positive way. He lead by example. And through thick and thin at the end of the day he still would have his head held high like a real man should. I look at his picture and smile because he still bring so much joy to the world. He gave everything he could offer and put his heart out on his sleeve. Much love to the family. Now it starts for us to carry the legacy on our shoulders and be as strong as Grandpa was. R.I.P
Randall Crothers
January 27, 2010
A moment of silence for a fallen soldier. Words can't explain this honorable man's life. He meant the world to each and everyone of us. Everyone has one or two special memories of Grandpa. One is of a ring you gave me. I feel honored and privalged to be your grandson. It hurts to see you go but knowing your in safe hands and don't have to hurt everyday dries my tears. We all know you want the best for us and will be watching us from up above. For now Grandpa and untill we meet again. I love you Grandpa. And now we toast to you, Grandpa. You bring a smile to my face. There is no doubt in anyone's heart that you lit up the room untill the day you passed. Even though I couldn't make it out there we both were there in our spirts. We will celebrate such a great life you lived. Drink one for all the fallen soldiers, the fallen family members, and friends who have let us for now. Grandma I love you. WILLIAM CROTHERS is the name of a HERO.
william crothers.jr
January 27, 2010
my father, may you rest in peace and the world was a better place and your love will carry in all of us. You were always my hereo and my guiding light.
Brennan
January 27, 2010
Truly an exemplary man. My sincerest condolences to all who loved him.
Rusty Crothers
January 27, 2010
I will never say goodbye to you my grandfather
because I know this is not the end for us to see each other.
You will only be going to a place where there’s no pain nor suffering.
I am happy for you, for you will be with God.
For now we need to go in separate ways.
I remember how your arms hold me and give me strength.
You were always there to listen, love, and defend me in everything.
You were my very best friend.
In my triumphs you were always proud.
I’m very grateful and proud to call you my grandfather.
Here deep inside my heart you’ll always be.
I would give up everything I have just to hug you one more time.
I remember the last time I hold you’re hand and how you looked at me in the eyes.
If only I could turn back the time I would have never let you go.
I felt the world stops and my heart stop beating when they told me you’re gone…….
How I wish I was only dreaming.
Just like the rain; tears fell down from my eyes, I couldn’t speak for a while.
Thank you pappy….
for always understanding, listening, caring, and loving me for the rest of your life.
The greatest gift God gave me was YOU…….. My papa…
It’s difficult to let you go but I must…
I must return the gift God gave me…
Till then;
See you in Heaven………
Roxy Crothers
January 27, 2010
Grandpa...I love you and miss you
More then oceans separate us
More then continents themselves
But in my heart you will remain
Along with everything you taught me
Memories seep from my veins
Vivid pictures of you lay softly in the back of my mind
But you now rest in the arms of the angels
Everyday I wish you were here to hold me in your arms
And comfort me threw every obstacle in life
And such a thought brings me weeping on my knees
And everyday I picture you
I remember you
And everyday I struggle with the reality that you’re gone
And with that struggle I make it threw another day
Everything happens for a reason
Yours was to build me up
And no one can ever tear me down
You taught me all you could in your short time with me
And now my only job is to remember and never forget
Rain is nothing but tears to me
Tears from a man who wasn’t good at sharing his emotions
Although going on without you upsets me
Everything reminds me
I’m not afraid to cry
I pretend to be ok everyday
And it’s always hard to deal with the pain of loosing you
And force that smile when it just won’t come.
Another tear softly falls for him
Richard Crothers
January 27, 2010
I never had a hero before now. Sure I’ve had role models and even mentors, but I can’t say that I’ve ever really had a true hero. In my mind, a true hero was always someone who epitomized strength, courage and an ability to do the impossible. I also always asked myself “How did they impact my life and others” Maybe the reason I never had a hero was because in our society we throw the term around too easily. We use it to describe sports figures, favorite actors or someone who accomplished something amazing. Or maybe it is just because the definition of hero itself. Or even maybe of my past understanding of the term “legacy” or impact a supposed hero leaves on all of us. Or lastly and most important “What footmark they leave on our lives.” And now as a father (Somewhat wiser today), I realize I have always had a hero. It was my own Dad. For others here today it is “Pappy”
The strength and courage throughout his life have been nothing short of amazing. His resolve never faltered and his courage to smile and enjoy life seemed endless. His integrity always without question—Dad’s was never able to lie—and his concern for others in his face during his life struggles ways miraculous. To look at life you can easily understand he had the ability to overcome and the ability to do the impossible….In the military….Bronze Star….Purple Heart and treating all those patients in battle and later in daily life. He overcame hardship as a child, he fought cancer and sickness while always maintaining that strength and courage.
So, What about dad’s hero legacy.
Now, let’s take a moment to look at some of those things he left behind for his legacy….An Airman, a Policeman, a Fireman, Counselors, Solders, Construction workers and Real Estate Manager. What do these words all have in common. The term that comes to mind for me is “Service before self” and “Sacrifice for others.” We now have described Daddy’s whole life and something that he in stilled in all of us that we may have not realized before now and I know he wants us to pass that on to our children and friends.
What about dad’s quiet emotional demeanor and touch. Dad always had a way of looking at you with a glow in his eyes that you knew he loved you and was proud of you all a way till the end. He did not have to say it in words. I think dad knew something that we all may not understand right now. Words at times can be interpreted wrong or harsh so he used his eyes to tell us just how much he loved each one of us. His touch was always gentle that eased all pain. I know in my heart, that right now, he is looking down at us with those eyes full of love and with his arms around us trying to take our pain away
The last benchmark he left us was his understanding of marriage. Our society throws the term “love” and “marriage” around to easily. Dad and mom taught us what it is suppose to mean these last 50 years. They fought through the hardship, the pain, the joy of life to define these terms for all of us. My hope is we all can pass their understanding to our children. Mom, I love you.
It was his only part of benchmark for his legacy. We only have a short time for this service to talk about our hero, but I ask you now to take a few moments in these next few days and write down his legacy on you’re your life and you quickly will understand the terms “Hero” and “Legacy”
Closing, It is always been my dream to follow his footsteps and what “my hero” achieved. That was his true legacy and footsteps not only for me to follow but for all of us to follow. So I now pray that we all can be that “hero” to our children, our families and friends.
Angel Brown
January 26, 2010
i love u to pappy, your golden great grandbaby angel
Cindy
January 26, 2010
Even though I didn't know William Crothers, from what I've read, he was a very kind and giving person. His passing will leave a huge void in the lives of his family, but I'm sure the wonderful memories you have of him will bring you comfort and even a smile from time to time.
gabby brown
January 26, 2010
I love you pappy
anthony brown
January 26, 2010
i love u pappy so much
Eric Ritter
January 26, 2010
Cherish the memory of a man who led a good, exceptional life with a good, caring family. My sympathies to all for his passing.
AnaStasia
January 26, 2010
My sincerest sympathies and well wishes go out to entire Crothers family. He will be missed by many.
Dee Dee Crothers
January 26, 2010
My fathers Christmas gift to me this year, as he knew it would be his last
was a beautiful heart shaped locket engraved with
"My Precious Daughter
I love you today, tomorrow and always"
I will cherish this always, as I have cherished the gift, that he was my father and I was daddy's little girl
william crothers,jr
January 26, 2010
I will always carry you in my heart and souls and every fire. I attend. We will miss you in the trinitys and the parks
James Bumsted
January 26, 2010
As a life long friend of the family , I know that he will be deeply missed. I considered Mr. Crothers as a second father to me . His wisdom , kindness and candor have rubbed off not only on me but to all he came in contact with.
His work ethic and his dedication to his wife and family were just a few of the many stand out qualities that I can remember of Bill sr. The world has lost another great man. My sincerest sympathies and well wishes go out to his wife Connie and the rest of the Crothers clan , for it is indeed a somber day.
I know that he has found eternal peace now,and is watching over all his friends and family .
God Bless you all!
January 26, 2010
Bill was a wonderful man. I had the honor to work with him on 3N.
We could always count on him for his support in emergencies, as well as his sready work ethic. We could always count on Bill.
He and his family will be in my prayers.
Judy Vagt
Kristine Crothers
January 26, 2010
I love oyu grandpa..And remember you are always in our hearts
Diane Oneto-Wang RN
January 26, 2010
Bill continued his acts of bravery everytime the ICU at KDDH was understaffed. Bill never minded getting floated into a stressful situation or taking an assignment that others balked at. His calm presence seemed to reassure not only the patients but those who worked along side him. He made a difference. What a nice man.
January 26, 2010
I remember working with Bill at Kaweah Delta Hospital. He was a joy to work with, very caring and helpful. Our thoughts and prayers goes out to his family.
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