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August 25, 1933 – January 5, 2017

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Birthplace: Corning, IA Resided In: Red Oak, IA Robert Lewis "Bob" Crouse, age 83, of Red Oak, Iowa passed away Thursday, January 5, 2017 at the Red Oak Healthcare Community. Bob was born August 25, 1933 in Corning, Iowa the son of Clinton and Nellie (Brown) Crouse. He graduated from Corning High School in 1951 and started a long career in both the grocery business and the Iowa Army National Guard. He started his career working for HyVee in Corning and later Safeway Stores. He was united in marriage to Maxine Stanbrough on August 29, 1954 in Essex, Iowa. While working for Safeway Bob and his family lived in many different communities including Corning, Ottumwa, Essex and Red Oak on several occasions. Red Oak became their permanent home in 1965 where Bob worked for Safeway, Hunts Super Value, and No Frills where he retired. He served many years in the Army National Guard retiring in 1985. He was a long time faithful and active member of the Bethlehem Lutheran Church where he served on many committees and was Chairman of the men's group in the "old" church building. Bob also served the community in many capacities through the Chamber of Commerce, the Hospital Auxiliary as a courier, the Senior Citizens Center, Area Agency on Aging, the Red Oak Optimist Club where he served as a charter member and Past President, and the American Red Cross giving of himself over many years. After retirement Bob and Maxine enjoyed many years wintering in Texas. Preceding Bob in death were his parents; infant sister, Joylou; sister, DeLoma Hogue; and granddaughter, Elizabeth "Libby" Hill. Survivors include his wife: Maxine Crouse of Red Oak, IA; children: Rhonda Mannasmith and husband Larry of Maryville, MO; Brent Crouse of Ft. Collins, CO; Angela Hill and husband Christopher of Liberty, MO; and Dan Crouse and wife Karen of Red Oak, IA; grandchildren: Vanessa Parsons and husband Tye of Maryville, MO; Hilary Simmons and husband Ian of Omaha, NE; Jason Crouse of Red Oak, IA; Mariah Crouse of Council Bluffs, IA; Kristopher Hill of Spokane, WA; Cameron Hill and wife Jessica of Lee's Summit, MO; and SueAnn Crouse, Michael Crouse, and Nicholas Crouse of Red Oak, IA; great grandchildren: Lucy, Ellie, Cora, Kyler, and Avery; brother: Larry Crouse of Norcross, GA; sisters-in-law: Elaine Woodyard of Georgia; Karen Ahrens and husband Bob; Donna Currie; Beverly McGargill and husband Luke; and Kathy Stanbrough of Shenandoah, IA; brother-in-law: Bob Stanbrough and wife Bernadette of Shenandoah, IA; and many other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held 11 AM Monday, January 9, 2017 at the Bethlehem Lutheran Church. Burial will be at a later date at the Essex, Iowa Cemetery. Viewing and visitation with the family will be held from 6-8 PM Sunday, January 8, 2017 at the Bethlehem Lutheran Church. Memorials are suggested to the Bethlehem Lutheran Church. Nelson-Boylan-LeRette Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
Visitation:
Date: 1/8/2017 Time: 6-8 PM Comments: Family will be present during visitation. Bethlehem Lutheran Church 1101 Summit St. Red Oak, IA Get a Map Driving Directions
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Date: 1/9/2017 Time: 11 AM Comments: Bethlehem Lutheran Church 1101 Summit St. Red Oak, IA Get a Map Driving Directions
Burial:
Date: At a later date Time: Comments: Essex Cemetery Essex , IA Location Comments: Get a Map Driving Directions
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