Norman Charles Crouch, 75, a Plymouth resident since 1971, coming from Huntington, W.V., passed away at 7:15 p.m. in St. Vincent Hospice, Indianapolis, IN, following an illness.
The son of Charles Cooper and Bessie Wilda (Bryan) Crouch, Norm was born on August 12, 1937 in St. Albans, W.V. He graduated from Winsor High School in Willow Wood, Ohio in 1955.
On July 30, 1988, Norm and Judy Lynn Parrish were married in the Wesleyan Methodist Church, Argos, IN.
Norm had worked at INCO (International Nickel Co.) in Huntington, W.V., In 1995, he retired as plant superintendent from Lobdell – Emery, Oxford Automotive in Argos, IN. During that same period he operated his own construction company doing additions, roofing, siding, decks and fencing.
He enjoyed working, fishing, golfing, hunting, shooting guns, auto travel with his family, night golf with Judy in the Poconos every year and loved to make candy, especially fudge with his grandchildren. As a youth, he enjoyed horse riding and was a champion Saddle Racer.
As a youth he attended Symmes Creek Baptist Church and currently was a member of Cornerstone Baptist Church in Argos.
Norm is survived by his wife, Judy, sons: Norman C. “Chuck” (Anita) Crouch, Jr. and their children, Andrea Crouch and Cooper Crouch of Gahanna, OH; Gregory M. “Marty” (Sandi) Crouch and children, Sonya (Steven) Shook, Christina Crouch, Ashley Crouch and Todd Browning of Koontz Lake, IN; daughters: Jennifer L. (Paul) McCarthy and children, Paul Dean McCarthy, David (Jennifer) McCarthy and Norman Scott McCarthy of Argos; Angie (Steve) Ferguson and children Samie Ferguson, Stevie Ferguson, Noey Ferguson, Kayla Ferguson, and Matt Ferguson of Plymouth and step-daughter: Kellie L Nolin (Terry) Shei and children, Alica Shei and Patric Shei of Argos, eight great-grandchildren; three sisters: Judy (Bill) Michael of Columbus, OH; Linda (Danny) Fliehman of Willow Wood, OH and Gay (Larry) Clay of Columbus, OH; and his mother-in-law, Lila J. Parrish.
He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Noah D. Crouch.
The family will receive friends on Sunday, April 28, 2013 from 4 – 7 p.m. in the Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, 1100 North Michigan St., Plymouth.
Funeral services with calling one hour prior, will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, April 29, 2013 in the Cornerstone Church, 11525 SR 10, Argos. Rev. Rob Mace will officiate.
Burial will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery, Argos.
Memorials in Norm’s memory may be sent to St. Vincent Cardiac Unit, Indianapolis, IN or the Cornerstone Church, Argos.
Lionel & Bridget Hamilton says
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Marty Shumaker says
Jennifer and family, We know your Dad is in Heaven so lets rejoyce ! May God comfort all in this time of bitter sweetness. A wonderful man of God ,lucky you Jen for being blessed to be his little girl! I love you!
Lori Parker says
I know that Norm is celebrating with Jesus today. I worked with him a lot of years. He was a nice man who loved the Lord and I am glad I got the chance to know him better. My condolences go out to the family. I am sure he will be missed however I am sure he is sharing all his wonderful stories with his friends in heaven.
Lori Parker
Winston Industries
Lynn and Barb Harley says
Judy and family,
We are sorry for your loss, but understand it is GOD\’S plan for Norm and yourself. Bless ytou all.
Shalon Paterson says
Mamma J – I am so deeply sorry for you and your family\’s loss. Your family has always treated me so good. I ll pray for you and your family in this very dark hour.
With love,
Shalon
sharon leffingwell says
i\’m so sorry to hear of Normans passing ,went to high school with him he was a good friend and a good person. Sharon Moore Leffingwell
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Noreen G. Neary says
My father, Bill Neary and our family would like to send our deepest condolences to Judy and family. Norm and Judy met my parents (Bill and Jane) here in the Pocono\’s while golfing and played for several years together until my mother passed away 15 years ago. Norm and Judy continued to stay in touch with my father and made a point to call him when they came into town which he appreciated very very much. He enjoyed Norms wit and wonderful story\’s.
Kay Bauer says
Judy, my condolences. I\’m so sorry for your loss, but I know your faith is strong and will see you through these sad days.
Phyllis Newman says
Chuck, Jenny, Marty and Angie,
Pete and I won\’t be able to attend the services but please know each of you are in our thoughts and prayers. Norman was a good man and father. I\’ve never seen a father who loved and was so proud of his children as he was. Praying for peace and comfort during this difficult time.
E.Lawless says
Jennifer,Paul, and family,
I am so sorry for your lose. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Ellie Lou Lawless
Rebecca Higgins says
Dear Gay and Linda,
So sorry for the loss of your brother. Mom and Dad said he was a very nice person. I had never had the pleasure to meet him. We love all of you and miss you.
Sincerely,
Kay and Wayne Kelley
Becky and Rick Higgins
Karen Sue and Jim Sutton says
Angie, So sorry to hear about your dad,Jim and I really liked him and missed you guy when you moved.
Jean Stauffer says
I surely have been thinking about you, Judy, am so sorry…..
Steve Davis says
Judy So sorry to hear of the passing of Norm. I just pray that God gives you and your family strength to get through the next few difficult days. May he rest in peace and may you find peace in your heart.
Lionel & Bridget Hamilton says
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Marty Shumaker says
Jennifer and family, We know your Dad is in Heaven so lets rejoyce ! May God comfort all in this time of bitter sweetness. A wonderful man of God ,lucky you Jen for being blessed to be his little girl! I love you!
Lori Parker says
I know that Norm is celebrating with Jesus today. I worked with him a lot of years. He was a nice man who loved the Lord and I am glad I got the chance to know him better. My condolences go out to the family. I am sure he will be missed however I am sure he is sharing all his wonderful stories with his friends in heaven.
Lori Parker
Winston Industries
Lynn and Barb Harley says
Judy and family,
We are sorry for your loss, but understand it is GOD\’S plan for Norm and yourself. Bless ytou all.
Shalon Paterson says
Mamma J – I am so deeply sorry for you and your family\’s loss. Your family has always treated me so good. I ll pray for you and your family in this very dark hour.
With love,
Shalon
sharon leffingwell says
i\’m so sorry to hear of Normans passing ,went to high school with him he was a good friend and a good person. Sharon Moore Leffingwell
.
Noreen G. Neary says
My father, Bill Neary and our family would like to send our deepest condolences to Judy and family. Norm and Judy met my parents (Bill and Jane) here in the Pocono\’s while golfing and played for several years together until my mother passed away 15 years ago. Norm and Judy continued to stay in touch with my father and made a point to call him when they came into town which he appreciated very very much. He enjoyed Norms wit and wonderful story\’s.
Kay Bauer says
Judy, my condolences. I\’m so sorry for your loss, but I know your faith is strong and will see you through these sad days.
Phyllis Newman says
Chuck, Jenny, Marty and Angie,
Pete and I won\’t be able to attend the services but please know each of you are in our thoughts and prayers. Norman was a good man and father. I\’ve never seen a father who loved and was so proud of his children as he was. Praying for peace and comfort during this difficult time.
E.Lawless says
Jennifer,Paul, and family,
I am so sorry for your lose. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Ellie Lou Lawless
Rebecca Higgins says
Dear Gay and Linda,
So sorry for the loss of your brother. Mom and Dad said he was a very nice person. I had never had the pleasure to meet him. We love all of you and miss you.
Sincerely,
Kay and Wayne Kelley
Becky and Rick Higgins
Karen Sue and Jim Sutton says
Angie, So sorry to hear about your dad,Jim and I really liked him and missed you guy when you moved.
Jean Stauffer says
I surely have been thinking about you, Judy, am so sorry…..
Steve Davis says
Judy So sorry to hear of the passing of Norm. I just pray that God gives you and your family strength to get through the next few difficult days. May he rest in peace and may you find peace in your heart.