Robert “Bob” L. Crouch

Robert “Bob” L. Crouch, 75, of Sullivan, Mo., passed away peacefully on Thursday, Oct. 3, 2024, at his home, surrounded by his loving family.

Robert Leo Crouch, known affectionately as Bob, was born Aug. 21, 1949, in Blytheville to Doyle and Dorothy (Roberts) Crouch. Growing up in Hornersville, Mo., Bob attended local schools and graduated from Senath-Hornersville High School in 1968. Shortly after graduation, he married Susie Staggs on June 12, 1968, and together they were blessed with two children, Shannon and Jason. Together they began raising their young family in Rives, Mo., while Bob was employed by Emerson Electric in Kennett, Mo. Bob and Susie would sadly later divorce.

Bob’s career took a new turn when he became a supervisor for Borg-Warner in Blytheville. His skills and dedication were further showcased as he worked as a traveling millwright, taking him across the country. In 2004, Bob moved to Sullivan, Mo., and began working for Sporlan Valve in Washington, where he remained until his retirement in 2018. Bob was rarely idle and later went to work part time for King Machine in Bourbon, until his health no longer allowed him.

Love blossomed again for Bob when he married Zetty Lane on Nov. 4, 2005. The couple made their home in Stanton, Mo., where they blended their families in a household filled with love and laughter.

Bob was a skilled woodworker, crafting beautiful rocking chairs, signs, and birdhouses that were cherished by all who received them. An avid sports fan, Bob especially loved Cardinals baseball and was often found cheering on his grandchildren at their sporting events, even serving as a coach in Upwards Basketball. His passion for westerns was evident in his love for John Wayne books and films. Bob and Zetty enjoyed celebrating their love with anniversary trips to Branson, a tradition that held a special place in their hearts.

Above all, Bob cherished his family and grandchildren. He will be dearly missed and lovingly remembered.

Bob is survived by his loving wife, Zetty of Sullivan, Mo.; five children, Shannon Johnson and significant other Larry Wilson of Wautoma, Wis., Jason Crouch and wife Jennifer Manila Laura Norrington of Sullivan, Mo., Christine Dean and husband Steve of Sullivan, Mo., and Mickie Howell of Paragould; 12 grandchildren, Tad Johnson and wife Destiny of Manila, Aschlea Melton and husband Ronnie of Rogersville, Mo., Michael Dean and wife Tiffany of Sullivan, Mo., Calli Cox and significant other Tim Weber of Sullivan, Mo., Jenna Limberopoulos and husband Caleb of Sullivan, Mo., Nikki Frye of Festus, Mo., Jacob Frye of Sullivan, Mo., Breana Dean and fiance Hunter Decker of Spartanburg, S.C., Billy Bob Dean of Sullivan, Mo., Brittany Johnson, Ashley Johnson and Hunter Howell, all of Paragould; 17 great-grandchildren, Waylon, Willow, Maesen, Ellie, Katy, Talon, Rayden, Emma, Casen, Lucas, Presley, Kinnley, Callum, Chandler, Lengend, Braxton, Gracie, and his Shihtzu, Max; his siblings, Gerald Crouch of Hornersville, Mo., Sue Mullens of Manila, Norma Miller and husband Laroy of Flushing, Mich., Carol Brymer and husband Roy of Manila, Wanda Gamble of Jonesboro and Sharon Bunch of Manila; 17 nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Doyle and Dorothy; his sister-in-law, Betty Crouch; and a brother-in-law, Gary Bunch.

Funeral services will be 12:00 noon, Thursday, Oct. 10, at Grace City Church in Bourbon, Mo., with Pastor Kenny Todd officiating. Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 9, at the Eaton Funeral Home in Sullivan.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Life House Youth Center.

Friends may send their online condolences to Bob’s family at www.eatonfuneralhome.com.

All arrangements are under the care and direction of the Eaton Funeral Home and Cremation Center of Sullivan, Mo.