of Hope, AR
February 14, 1940 - January 19, 2010
Stephen Franklin "Butch" Crouch, 69, of Hope, Arkansas died Tuesday, January 19 in Little Rock. He was preceded in death by his parents, Oscar E. and Frances Crouch of Lexa, Arkansas and one brother, James Smith of Columbus, Ohio.
He is survived by his wife, Mary, and his children: Stephanie (Jimmy) Rainey, Alyson Crouch, Jim Crouch, Debby (Mike) Pollack, Belinda Padro, Rachel Padro and Esther Padro and eight grandchildren. Also, by his siblings: Patricia Parish, Jacksonville, Tennessee; Marilyn Frensley, Batesville, Arkansas; David (Blanche) Crouch, Searcy, Arkansas; Gene (Sue) Crouch, Cabot, Arkansas; Jackie (Jon) Hassel, Fayetteville, Arkansas and a number of other relatives.
Butch graduated Barton High School and was a Hendrix College Alumni of 1961. He received a National Junior Auxiliary Scholarship to complete two Master's degrees at Arkansas State Teacher's College (UCA). He was retired from the Southwest Arkansas Counseling and Mental Health Center in Hope, Arkansas and was a member of First United Methodist Church of Hope.
Visitation begins at 1:00 and services begin at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 23 at the Lexa Methodist Church in Lexa, Arkansas.
Services will be directed by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena, (870) 572-2571.
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51 Condolence(s)
frank
Thursday, March 4, 2010
want to say that steve was a great dad to me when i stayed in west-helena,arkansas in 1984/1985 at mine exchanged student year...great memories ...what a fantastic year...thanks steve!!!!!!! may god bless you.
Alyson
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
Mary I know Daddy loved you with his whole heart. I'm so sorry your time together was so brief. I love you.
Charlene Nunn
Tuesday, January 26, 2010
You are in my prayers at this sad time. I thought a lot of Steve and will truly miss him. He was such a wonderful man.
Brad Williams
Monday, January 25, 2010
Stephen was one of the first persons that I worked with in mental health in 1977. Hewas so supportive and helpful there in Helena and through the years with my work when I contacted him at his office in Hope for Social Security Disability. So wished I could have said goodbye to him a real regret. He will always live on in my memories. Dr. Brad Williams Jan. 25, 2010
Beulah Scott
Sunday, January 24, 2010
I will hold the Crouch family in my thoughts and prayers.
Mark & Shelly Pinson
Saturday, January 23, 2010
Steve Crouch was an awesome man, he was like a second father to me....I so enjoyed working with him for four years at the Mental Health Center, I learned a great deal from him. He always had "words of wisdom" for any and every situation and a very strong shoulder to lean on. Mrs. Mary, I'm so honored to have had Steve in my life and to have you still!.....We loved him so much and he will be greatly missed. Please don't hesitate to call if you need me for anything.
Susan & Gary Walraven
Saturday, January 23, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with Mrs. Mary and family during this time of loss. Steve had a heart of gold and a smile for everyone. He will be greatly missed.
John Klitz
Saturday, January 23, 2010
Steve was a man that will not be forgotten. His stories and humor always made me laugh. He will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Doug and Cassie Turner
Saturday, January 23, 2010
To the Crouch Family:
Mr. Steve was so very knowledgeable in his work with people. He certainly had a calming presence at all times. We admired him greatly. Mary, if there is anything we can do please call us..(903) 556-5047.
Love ya'll very much!
Jason & Michele Barentine
Saturday, January 23, 2010
Alyson and Stephanie we are so sorry for your loss. Steves company and humor at family gatherings will be missed. I'll always remember he always had good story to tell. We'll keep you and your families in our prayers.
Sandy Cornish
Friday, January 22, 2010
Steve was a wonderful man who helped many people during his life. He will be missed by many people for many years.
Larry Johnson
Friday, January 22, 2010
I have worked in the same building with Steve since 1989, and he was a very good person to be around. Steve always found some way to make you laugh. we often talked about the King Biscuit Festival. Steve will be greatly missed and in honor of Steve i will decorate the Christmas Tree outside the lounge that we both decided to give it an opportunity to watch grow up from a small spruce. May God Bless Your Family
Barentines, Babcocks and Garlands
Friday, January 22, 2010
All the good times at tables, ceremonies, Christmas trees-all the good tales (that sometimes cleared the tables)-all the good deeds and friendship helps-all the good times are precious now. Our love to the family and our thanks to God for the privilege.
Judy Clark Lee
Friday, January 22, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Judy
Tim Hickerson
Friday, January 22, 2010
I enjoyed working with Steve. He always had time to talk with you. He will be missed.
Amy Barentine Rainey
Friday, January 22, 2010
Stephanie and Alyson, I am so sorry for your loss. I have many fond memories of your dad growing up. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Chris and Jeanne (Rhodes) Cogle
Friday, January 22, 2010
Miss Mary,
Steve was such a special person....he always had time to listen didn't matter what was going on he always had time.....he will always have a special place in my heart.....he will be missed.......you are in our prayers and thoughts........
Chris and Jeanne
Angie & Ike Allred
Friday, January 22, 2010
Jim & Debbie,
Ike and I just wanted you to know that we are thinking about you guys and you are in our prayers.
Leon & Louise Klitz
Friday, January 22, 2010
Some men leave their mark on the world by the way they live
and the difference they make in the lives they touch. Mary, although we have only known you and Steve for a short time, we feel richer for this. You and the family will be in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Thomas Reeves
Thursday, January 21, 2010
What a privilidge and pleasure it was to have gone to Hendrix with Butch. Also was most fortunate to visit with him in Hope as we lived in Prescott for 30 years. I know the family will miss him so very much. My prayers to all in the family. Butch was one of the good guys.
Debbie Brotherton
Thursday, January 21, 2010
I have known Steve for many years through our employment at SWACMHC. Because we worked in different clinics, I was not able to see him as often as I would have liked. I always enjoyed his wit. He was SO funny! Above that, he was a warm and kind man who truly cared about the people he helped. May God comfort you during this most difficult time. I am praying for you.
Loretta Johnson
Thursday, January 21, 2010
To the Crouch family;
I have known Steve for a long- long time. He has worked closely with our Head Start program and been an encouragement to me personally. Please know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers.
And in this time of sorrow and loss, I want to share one scripture that always helps in coping with the loss of someone so dear: Phill 4:6 & 7
6 Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. 7 And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.
Danny Stanley
Thursday, January 21, 2010
Steve will be greatly missed by all of us who consider him a friend as well as the hundreds, if not thousands, of individuals he has helped over the years. He was a strong influence for many of us who worked by his side.
Bill and Sue Gilbert
Thursday, January 21, 2010
Our prayers are with your family
May God give you all the strength
You need during this time
david poole
Thursday, January 21, 2010
Steve was a kind man with a smile and greeting for everyone,I will miss him.
Brett Martin
Thursday, January 21, 2010
He will be missed
Donna Potts
Thursday, January 21, 2010
Mary- My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Steve was a great man who will be missed by all.
Melanie
Thursday, January 21, 2010
We here at SWACMHC loved Steve and will miss him dearly. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God give you comfort and peace during your time of bereavment.
Michael Cluts
Thursday, January 21, 2010
Steve was one of the nicest persons I have known-- kind, considerate and compassionate.
Johnathan Steele
Thursday, January 21, 2010
Will keep you and your family in our prayers. In the few years I worked around Steve he was a joy to be around. I know he will be deeply missed by many people.
Anna Williams
Thursday, January 21, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time
Anna and Aaron Williams
niece of Stephanie Crouch Rainey
Joe & Thana Schoen
Thursday, January 21, 2010
Mary & Crouch family: Our prayers are with all of you at this time of sorrow. We know Steve lived a full life but is it is always hard to loose good people
staci helms
Thursday, January 21, 2010
My prayers are with the Crouch family
Susan Snedeker
Thursday, January 21, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Steve was a good colleague. He always enjoyed a good laugh. I will miss him.
Jill Alford
Thursday, January 21, 2010
I will miss Steve's smile and good nature. He was wonderful to work with. My condolences to all his family who I know will surely miss him more. May God bless you all.
La'Nell Thurston
Thursday, January 21, 2010
My sincere and heartfelt condolences to Mary and the family. Steve was an wonderfully kind soul and demonstrated an amazing faith. Once you met him you couldn't help but respect and love him. He will be greatly missed.
Pam Christie
Thursday, January 21, 2010
On behalf of the Mental Health Council of Arkansas, our sincere condolences. We appreciate all that Mr. Crouch did for the mental health field and for his years of service.
Carla Ward
Thursday, January 21, 2010
Steve was a wonderful man and I enjoyed my time getting to know him at SWACMHC. He will be dearly missed by coworkers and clients alike. He had a heart of gold that shined through when he walked into a room. My prayers are with the family in their time of need. May God guide them through this difficult time.
danny and pat patton
Thursday, January 21, 2010
We are so sorry to hear this. May God bless each member of this family. Our class was probably one of the first he sponsered at Barton long long ago!! Every one of the Crouches are special to us and Lexa, lots and lots of memories! We will lift you in prayer for peace and comfort.
Linda Spillers
Thursday, January 21, 2010
Condolences to the Crouch family. "Butch" was a great man - and will be missed by all who knew him.
Kattena Fant
Thursday, January 21, 2010
With deepest sympathy.
Memories can never be erased....
The family is in my thoughts and prayers...
Carole Moore
Thursday, January 21, 2010
Mary - I am so sorry to hear about Steve. I worked with Steve for years and he was always a great person. I miss him not being at the Hope Center. Please accept my sincere condolences to you and your family. Take care.
Cathy Shoemaker
Thursday, January 21, 2010
Mary & family, So sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts & prayers. I worked beside Steve at SWACMHC in Hope for 5 years and greatly admired him.
Veronica Roberts
Thursday, January 21, 2010
May God bless the Crouch family.
Bev Gilbert
Thursday, January 21, 2010
Dear Mary and Family,
Steve was a fantastic man, a great listener and had a big heart. He will be missed very much. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Bev and Bill Gilbert
Sharon Davis
Thursday, January 21, 2010
May God bless the Crouch family.
angie may
Thursday, January 21, 2010
you will be greatly missed by all of here at the mental health center, and will live in our hearts forever
angie may
Thursday, January 21, 2010
you will be greatly missed by all of here at the mental health center, and will live in our hearts forever
Telia Dunn
Thursday, January 21, 2010
Mary and Family,
Steve was an incredible man and I know that we all have been blessed by him. May you find comfort in the days to come knowing that he no longer suffers and the ultimate healing has occured.
My Love,
Telia Dunn
Shondra Parker
Thursday, January 21, 2010
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Charlie and Judy Buchanan
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
We send our love and deepest sympathy to the family. May the beauty of your memories of Butch help ease your sorrow.