Celebrating the life of
James T. "Booger" Crowder
December 15, 1930 - September 26, 2011
James T. "Booger" Crowder, Jr., 80, died Monday, September 26, 2011 at his home in Savannah.
Mr. Crowder was born in Savannah, GA on December 15, 1930, the son of the late James Theodore and Stella Perry Crowder. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force and following his military tenure began his career with the Savannah Police Department where he retired after 35 dedicated years as a Sergeant working as a Watch Commander. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed bow hunting, archery, fishing and boating. He was a member of the Georgia Peace Officers Association, Fraternal Order of Police and the Ogeechee Bowmen.
Mr. Crowder was preceded in death by his wife of 45 years, Frances Young Crowder. He is survived by his children, Don Crowder Barbara, Cathy Crowder Joyce Jim and Stella Crowder Oliver Steve; grandchildren, Jason Crowder, Jennifer Porrata, Andrew Joyce, Jaime England and Patrick Oliver; great-grandson, Nathaniel Crowder; his extended Perry and Harris families from Liberty County and his special friend, Cynthia Lord.
Visitation: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Thursday at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel.
Graveside Funeral Service: 11:00 a.m. Friday at Bonaventure Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made in memory of Mr. Crowder to the Frank W. Mobley Lodge #7, Fraternal Order of Police, 1537 Grove Point Road, Savannah, GA 31419 or www.savannahfop.org.
Sergeant Crowder was my first Sergeant when I became a police officer. He was a tremendous positive influence on me personally and on my career. He was the quintessential 'street sergeant' - firm but fair. Many officers own him a lot. He will be missed. 'Fair winds and Following Seas' Sarge.
- Gary J. Glemboski, Savannah, GA
We would like to say sorry for your lose! Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. We also send our love.
- Williams Family, Statesboro, GA
Stella and Family, We are so sorry for the loss of your daddy. May God bring peace and comfort to you during this difficult time! Our thoughts and prayers are with you! Love, Ron and Jody
- Ron and Jody Toth, Culpeper, VA
Stella and Family, We are so sorry for the loss of your daddy. May God bring peace and comfort to you during this difficult time! Our thoughts and prayers are with you! Love, Ron and Jody
- Ron and Jody Toth, Culpeper, VA
Cathy,I was so sad to learn that you lost your father the very same day Susan, Beth, and I attended the memorial service for our own dad. Mom, Ron, and I extend to you, Jim, Andrew, and Stella many caring thoughts and our heartfelt sympathy. Although we are unable to undertake a trip and attend another service so soon after Daddy's, please know that we will be with you in spirit. With love, Joyce
- Joyce Sansing, Bogart, GA
Sergeant Crowder was my first Sergeant when I became a police officer. He was a tremendous positive influence on me personally and on my career. He was the quintessential 'street sergeant' - firm but fair. Many officers own him a lot. He will be missed. 'Fair winds and Following Seas' Sarge.
- Gary J. Glemboski, Savannah, GA
We would like to say sorry for your lose! Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. We also send our love.
- Williams Family, Statesboro, GA
Stella and Family, We are so sorry for the loss of your daddy. May God bring peace and comfort to you during this difficult time! Our thoughts and prayers are with you! Love, Ron and Jody
- Ron and Jody Toth, Culpeper, VA
Stella and Family, We are so sorry for the loss of your daddy. May God bring peace and comfort to you during this difficult time! Our thoughts and prayers are with you! Love, Ron and Jody
- Ron and Jody Toth, Culpeper, VA
Cathy,I was so sad to learn that you lost your father the very same day Susan, Beth, and I attended the memorial service for our own dad. Mom, Ron, and I extend to you, Jim, Andrew, and Stella many caring thoughts and our heartfelt sympathy. Although we are unable to undertake a trip and attend another service so soon after Daddy's, please know that we will be with you in spirit. With love, Joyce
- Joyce Sansing, Bogart, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
