of Paris, AR
March 18, 1923 - February 11, 2019
Murry Maxwell Crowe, EdD, 95 of Paris, Arkansas passed away on Monday, February 11, 2019 in Paris. He was born in Carrollton, Missouri on March 18, 1923.
Dr. Crowe was a teacher, coach, and administrator in Arkansas and Louisiana schools, both private and public. He graduated from Louisiana Polytechnic Institute which is now Louisiana Tech University with his B.A. degree, the University of Arkansas with his M.A. degree and the University of Mississippi with an EdD degree.
Dr. Crowe was a veteran of World War II, having served as a fire controlman aboard the USS Wasp aircraft carrier. The Wasp is credited with shooting down the last kamikaze of the war. He was a lifelong Southern Baptist serving many years as a Sunday school teacher in several different churches.
He was preceded in death by his father and mother, Maxwell T. Crowe and Mattie (Jackson) Crowe; his wife, Evelyn (Thompson) Crowe and his granddaughter, Anna Redfern.
Dr. Crowe is survived by one son, Tom Crowe of Paris, Arkansas; three daughters, Cheryl Adams and husband Delane of Winnfield, Louisiana, Susan Clark and husband Carlton of Rayville, Louisiana and Lauren Redfern and husband Robert of Danville, Arkansas; eight grandchildren, Chad Adams and wife Carolee, Chris Adams, Lindsey Lowe and husband Ryan, Max Clark, Jenny Fish and husband Daniel, Clay Redfern, Spencer Redfern and Nicholas Redfern and eight great grandchildren, Jack Adams, Emily Grace Adams, Taylor Adams, Alex Adams, Logan Adams, Dawson Adams, Willa Lowe and Guy Lowe.
A memorial visitation will be held from 5:00-7:00 p.m., on Friday, February 15, 2019 at Roller Funeral Home Chapel in Paris.
A graveside memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., on Saturday, February 16, 2019 at Baxley Cemetery in Paris officiated by Rev. Harlin Brewton under the direction of Roller Funeral Home in Paris.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Evelyn Crowe Mission Offering at First Baptist Church, 311 E. Main Street, Paris, AR 72855.
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22 Condolence(s)
K Wesley Davis
Thursday, April 11, 2019
I knew that I had made it as a Coach when Dr Crowe attended our volleyball games. He was a true staple in Paris and will be missed dearly. His guidance as a school principal shaped a lot of you people throughout the years.
Mary Margaret (Monty) Schwartz Lowery
Saturday, February 23, 2019
My dear ones: I sent you a note on this site soon after Max's home going. Just thought to check it out and it was never posted. First, I
I am so sorry I did not get to come to either services. Not to sound "poor me" but you
Have to know why. Had spinal surgery 7 months ago and it won't heal. Been infections. It has been opened up 3x. I am diabetic so that does not help. You guys have been in my prayers. I loved Evelyn and Max dearly and that love has passed on to you. I can only imagine how hard has been on you. My love and prayers. Monty
Dr. Phyllis A. Love
Saturday, February 16, 2019
My prayers and thoughts are with the family. Dr. Crowe was a wonderful individual. My first thought of him was teaching me swimming. He certainly lived a long life.
Ken and Glenda Ezell
Friday, February 15, 2019
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family! Dr. Crowe was a wonderful man who impacted the lives of so many lives. He was my boss for several years when I taught at the Paris Elementary School. When I decided to further my education and teach at the college level, he and his beautiful wife supported me with words of encouragement. I loved them both! Over the past couple of years we visited with "Doc" at McDonalds almost every week. He was so excited about an antique car he was restoring. He wanted us to take it for a spin. We never got to go for that ride. I know he is in heaven now, enjoying fellowship with Jesus, with Evelyn, and with a host of friends! He left a wonderful legacy.....what more can a man ask for than that!!!
Stan & Sandy Hatcher
Thursday, February 14, 2019
Dr. Crowe will be greatly missed! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all!
Chris and Karen Rogers
Thursday, February 14, 2019
Dr. Crowe will surely be missed. We got to know Dr. Crowe and his departed wife, Evlen, when we rented a house from them for many years. We so enjoyed visiting with Dr. Crowe and will miss our visits. Praying for his family.
George Horne
Thursday, February 14, 2019
Evelyn,
Nina and Roy ("Bud") join me in expressing our condolences to you and your family for the loss of Dr. Crowe. Although I did not know him personally, I know that he was an outstanding educator and well-respected among his peers.
You, your children and extended family are in our prayers. May God sustain you, and may the fond memories of your life with Dr. Crowe bear you up.
George Horne
Susan E. Johnson
Wednesday, February 13, 2019
We at Community Outreach always enjoyed our "neighbor to the northwest" when he stopped by to chat or shop in the thrift store. SALUTE to you, Max, for your service to our country. And thank you, Lord, for giving us this gift of a very fine man.
Tonya Baumgartner
Wednesday, February 13, 2019
Dr Crowe was such a wonderful man. I meet him in church and enjoyed our talks when he would come see me at the office. He was passionate about the Lord and it was evident in everything he did. He would come show me as he added new details to his car and could not wait to drive in the parade each year. He will be missed. Prayers for the family.
Scott H Breed
Wednesday, February 13, 2019
Condolences to the family and friends of this great man. My family, like most others held him in high regard. All should remember his life as a great example.
Rhonda White
Wednesday, February 13, 2019
Dr. Crowe and I had a fun relationship. I taught Home Ec now called FACS at PHS and I would always aggravate him when we had meeting in PES cafeitorium. I made sure to sit close to him so I could give him a hard time. He was a sweetheart to me! I am so sorry for your lose. He was a jewel. Rhonda White
Lasley and LeAnn Thomason
Tuesday, February 12, 2019
We are so sorry for your loss Susan. Will be praying for you and your family. Our thoughts and love are with you.
Yvonne Hickman Moffet
Tuesday, February 12, 2019
To Tom and all the family my prayers are with you on this time of sorrow. He always had a ready smile when you seen him at Dari Delite now he is enjoying all the beauties of Heaven an seeing his family done gone on.
Marita Cooper
Tuesday, February 12, 2019
Prayers for all of Dr. Crowe's family. I sure loved hearing and talking with Dr. Crowe about the Bible. He always had the most eloquent prayers to our heavenly father and you knew they came from his heart. He will be missed by all, but know one day we will have a blessed reunion in heaven with our loved ones that have gone on before us. Prayers.
Joyce Friddle
Tuesday, February 12, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss. Dr. Max was a sweet, smart man that didn't act superior to the rest of us. The first time I met him was when he helped me with the Driggs book that I did several years ago. I will never forget what he said... "I can see that you put a lot of love into it." I am not a writer, just a compiler and he was just being sweet.... I will keep you all in my prayers.
Marlene Moore
Tuesday, February 12, 2019
Deepest sympathies for the family.
Jamie and Carla Wells
Tuesday, February 12, 2019
Kathy Bullock
Tuesday, February 12, 2019
It was an honor to take care of your loved one. He was a great man. Kind and witty. He could always put a smile on my face. Love and prayers to you all!!
Celeste Fox
Tuesday, February 12, 2019
Dr. Crowe was by far one of the most intelligent men I have had the pleasure of knowing. And it was indeed a pleasure having conversations with him because he so loved visiting and sharing his stories. All who knew him were blessed. My sympathy to the family.
Ginger Jones
Tuesday, February 12, 2019
So sorry for your loss,
such a sweet man. My prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Millissia Jones
Tuesday, February 12, 2019
The world lost a great man when Dr. Crowe died. I loved him and Evelyn so much. Max and I had a lot discussion on blue Willow. He always like to show me the bargain he had found. When ever I would visit at their house he told Evelyn to check and make sure I was not carrying anything out with me. When we owned Dari they were daily customers. He always had a story and he loved sports of any kind. When my grand daughter played volleyball he was at all the home games and some of the out of town when he could get a ride. Prayers for his family; but, he is where he has waited all his life to be. Treasurer your memories.
Neal wade
Tuesday, February 12, 2019
Thoughts and prayers are with your Family.
Neal and Tamara Wade