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Merrill Joe CrouchPassing: June 13, 2019

Service:

Grace Full Gospel Church

Celebration of Life

Saturday, June 22nd @ 2:00 p.m.

Visitation:

Grace Full Gospel Church

Saturday, June 22nd @ 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Cemetery:

No Burial

OOLITIC – Merrill Joe Crouch, 78, joined his Heavenly Father on Thursday, June 13, 2019, at Indiana University Health Bloomington Hospital.

Born December 19, 1940, in Muncie, he was the son of Clarence and Hovenia (Maxfield) Crouch.  He married Marilyn Metcalf October 29, 1960, in Flint, Michigan.

Merrill was a graduate of General Motors Institute and retired as an Industrial Engineer from Crane after 37 years.  He was a member of Grace Full Gospel Church, Bedford Masonic Lodge No. 14 F.&A.M., LaOrMa Shrine Club, White River Humane Society, Lions Club, and participated in a food ministry.  Merrill was an avid sports fan of basketball, football, and IU.  He coached Girls Softball, and was a member of the 35 and Older Softball League, and Mens Basketball League.

Surviving:
wife,
Marilyn Crouch of Oolitic
daughters,
Julie (Kevin) Hack of Mitchell
Teresa Lee (Brent Love) of Bedford
Tracy (Bob) Nash of Oolitic
special nephew,
Scott David Gifford of Flint, Michigan
many other nieces and nephews
grandchildren,
Natalie (Jason) Cotton
Brandon Hack
Aleesha (Marcus) Mayes
Abby (Morgan) Jones
Amy Jones (David Sexton)
Zachary (Kayla) Jones
Andrew Nash
James Nash (Randi Wicker)
16 great grandchildren
brother,
Larry  Lee (Doreen) Crouch of Muncie
sister,
Brenda (Terry) Vanlaningham of Mentone

His parents; stepfather, Hobert Crouch; stepmother, Barbara Crouch;  and sister, Peggy Donavon, preceded him in death.

Celebration of Life service will be at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, June 22, at the Grace Full Gospel Church in Bedford.  The family will receive friends from noon until the service on Saturday at the church.

Memorial Gifts: White River Humane Society or Grace Full Gospel Church Building Fund.

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27 Guest Comments

  1. Guest: Mike, Sue, and Tina Boruff | Bedford, IN
    Date: June 22, 2019
    So sorry to hear about your loss! Prayers and many thoughts are with you.
  2. Guest: Mary West | Dunkirk, Indiana
    Date: June 22, 2019
    My thoughts and prayers are for you and your family. Your memories will forever keep him close. Love Mary. I’m out of town sorry I couldn’t be there to pay my respects.
  3. Guest: Linda Stewart | Ocala
    Date: June 19, 2019
    Dear Marilyn, I'm so sorry to hear the sad news about Merrill. May God give you strenth in these difficult times & peace in knowing that he is in a better place.
  4. Guest: Joyce Daugherty | Mitchell, In
    Date: June 19, 2019
    I'm so sorry to hear of Merrill's passing. He was a good man and a great neighbor. I know my daughter Lisa, daughter in law Karrie, and grandson Brentlee thought the world of him. He will be missed by so many. May your heart find solace in knowing he touched so many lives and made them better for it.
  5. Guest: Julie Fridley | Bloomington, IN
    Date: June 19, 2019
    Sincere condolences to my friend, Marilyn, and the Crouch family.
  6. Guest: Teri wilson | Leeton, Mo.
    Date: June 19, 2019
    Am so sorry to hear of Merrill's passing. Will continue to pray for you as you grieve the loss of one so special. Hugs and prayers from Mo. Am here if there is anything I can do to help.
  7. Guest: Kevin Starr | Herndon, VA
    Date: June 18, 2019
    I grew up knowing Merrill as one of my Mom and Dad's best friends, a kind neighbor who lived just down the street from us, and most importantly my childhood friends Julie, Theresa, and Skeeter's Dad. How incredibly fortunate I was to have such a great childhood in Oolitic, and how blessed I am that Merrill is a big part of all those special memories. We are praying for you Marilyn, Julie and all your family.
  8. Guest: LEAH VOORHIES | MITCHELL, IN
    Date: June 18, 2019
    Condolences to you and the whole family. He was so cheerful and shared his joy with all.
  9. Guest: Melissa Renn | Springville, IN
    Date: June 18, 2019
    So very sorry to hear of your sweet husband’s passing. I’m also rejoicing in knowing where he will spend eternity! I also know that the Lord will get you through this time of grief. Lean on Him and your family and friends. Love you so much and I’m just a phone call away.
  10. Guest: Liz and Jane | Charleston Illinois
    Date: June 18, 2019
    So very sorry for your loss. Always looked forward to his smile and warm greeting at Goordyville. Thoughts and prayers for your family.
  11. Guest: Robin Hudson | Mitchell, IN
    Date: June 18, 2019
    RIP Merrill....take care of the fur babies at the Rainbow Bridge....you will be missed greatly....
  12. Guest: michael gilbert | Oolitic
    Date: June 18, 2019
    So sorry for your loss. Merrill was a great guy that I really enjoyed being around. Will always remember his love for basketball and softball. He will be greatly missed. Mike G.
  13. Guest: Ivan Harris | Indiana
    Date: June 18, 2019
    Marilyn and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I loved and respected Merrill so much. Our hearts goes out to all of you. If you need anything just ask. May God give you comfort. We believers will all meet up again in the great by and by. Merrill will be waiting for you Marilyn. Love, Ivan
  14. Guest: Barbara Weaver | Allardt
    Date: June 18, 2019
    John and I are so sorry for your loss. We will be keeping your family in our prayers. He will be greatly missed.
  15. Guest: Mandy Hazen | Terre Haute, IN
    Date: June 18, 2019
    One of the best! All of my love to Marilyn and family.
  16. Guest: Anthony Kellams | Bedford
    Date: June 17, 2019
    Julie so sorry to hear about your Dad's passing ! Will be praying for your family !
  17. Guest: Eddie Hatfield | Mitchell indiana
    Date: June 17, 2019
    Julie, sorry to see this. Will PRAY for you and your mom for the loss.
  18. Guest: Joyce M. Jeffries | Bedford IN
    Date: June 17, 2019
    Marilyn and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I didn't really know Merrill but was acquainted with you and your girls. My heart goes out to all of you and I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. May God give you comfort with memories of happy times with Merrill.
  19. Guest: Dana Hoff | Bedford, IN
    Date: June 17, 2019
    Love these two people. Merrill was such a generous sweet loving man. I know he will be missed desparately, by Marilyn and the family. So sorry for your loss.
  20. Guest: Dena Judah | Bedford, Indiana
    Date: June 17, 2019
    What a wonderful man! Always a smile, always willing to help! Saddens me to know you girls are going through such heartbreak! Continued prayers, and i work on June 22, just know I'm thinking of you all!
  21. Guest: Nicki Wesner | Bedford Indiana
    Date: June 16, 2019
    So very sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers for you all...
  22. Guest: Tracy & Vicky Speer | Owensburg, IN
    Date: June 16, 2019
    So sorry for your loss. You all are in our prayers.
  23. Guest: Greg and Lynn Crouch | Muncie, indiana
    Date: June 16, 2019
    Many family memories have been shared over the years. Greg loved his Uncle Merrill. Merrill was fun and always had a story to tell about Greg lol. Of course he did! Prayers to all of you💕. We will see you Saturday xoxo
  24. Guest: Kenny & Betty Speer | Oolitic Indiana 47451
    Date: June 16, 2019
    So SORRY for your loss. Prayers
  25. Guest: Pat and Judy Crouch | Bedford IN
    Date: June 16, 2019
    Merrill was always so glad to see you he carried with him a smile from ear to ear! Don’t think he met a stranger, if you were it wasn’t for long!! A laugh you can’t forget! Will miss seeing you Merrill, you always gave great hugs!
  26. Guest: Brian Allender | Bedford Indiana
    Date: June 16, 2019
    Such a wonderful and great man, so many fond memories growing up in Oolitic Manor. Prayers to the family .
  27. Guest: Lee Ann Plummer | Bedford, Indiana
    Date: June 16, 2019
    We are so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family. He was a good man.

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