Orlan Crouse, Jr.
March 8, 1928 ~ October 8, 2020
Orlan Crouse, Jr. age 92, a resident of Philippi, passed away Thursday October 8, 2020 in the River Oaks Nursing Home. Orlan was born March 8, 1928 in Barbour County, a son of the late Orlan Crouse Sr., and Velma (Douglas) Crouse. Orlan was united in marriage to his wife of 69 years Dora Jeanne (Hotsinpiller) Crouse who preceded her in death on May 10, 2017. Surviving are sons, Stephen Crouse of South Charleston
Michael Crouse of Raleigh, NC
Sister, Patricia McLean of Clarksburg
Three grandchildren, Douglas Crouse of Charleston, Sarah Crouse of Charleston, and Justin Crouse of Raleigh, NC
Orlan was preceded in death by three sisters and three brothers. He worked as a coal miner for several various mines. Orlan was a member of the Bigelow Lodge #52 AF & AM, also the Crim United Methodist Church. He was an avid fisherman and hunter.
Friends will be received at the Wright Funeral Home 220 N. Walnut St. Philippi on Tuesday October 13, from 10:30- 11:30. A graveside service will be held at 12 pm in the Mt. Vernon Memorial Cemetery with Pastor Sam Haught officiating.
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My deepest condolence is extended to this Crouse family. I was fortunate to spend time with Orlan and Jean and developed a love for both of them. So much knowledge and history is lost with Orlan's passing. Prayers for his family.
Sending our thoughts of sympathy and prayers to Rocky, Mike and beloved grandchildren. My mother, Dorothy loved when Jean and Orlan came to her home on Laurel Mountain! Even though mom was Jean’s aunt, they were the same age and loved each other like sisters. Orlan was such a great person! I have such wonderful memories of time spent with him, as I’m sure you do! May those precious memories sustain you in your grief. I am very sorry, but a medical procedure the next day prevents us from attending the viewing. Please know our thoughts will be with you. Love you all and Sarah, I will be in touch on Messenger.
So very sorry for your loss Rocky,Mike and rest of family. May GOD be with you during this sad time.
In memory of Orlan Crouse, Jr., David Bolyard Sr. lit a candle
In memory of Orlan Crouse, Jr., Joyce Ann Shahan lit a candle
Sorry to hear about the passing of Orlan. Our condolences to the family.
The Mosesso Family
Todd and I have nothing but good memories of the Crouse family. Please accept our deepest sympathy.
Myra and Todd Hansford
Rocky, Mike, Doug, Sarah, and Justin: Your Dad (and Grand-dad) was a special friend and neighbor to our family over the years. We will miss him not being across the street – he was nearly always home and we looked forward to visiting with him either on his back deck that over looked nearly all of South Philippi or watching with him the Pirates, the Mountaineers, or specials on PBS like Mountain Stage or the Irish tenor, Daniel O'Donnell. The neighborhood will not be the same without him – we are looking forward to seeing him again. Sincerely, Charlie and Jan & family
Mike Rocky,
I am so sorry to hear about your dad passing. When your mom passed I gave him all my information so we could get in touch with each other, but he may have forgotten. I will never forget spending the summer's with you guys. The funniest was when Mike fell out of Grandma and Grandpa's apple tree and was in a body cast in the summer. Too funny. Loved spending the time with your mom and dad. The last time I seen them as at Tom and Cheryl McCray's anniversary party. Your dad had never changed. You boys take care and my heart is with you at this time. I'll have to look you up when I come down to W.Va.
Love you both,
Your cousin, Linda
Orlan was a special guy who always made you feel like family; being a long time close friend of his son, Rocky, I know he will be sorely missed by the Crouse clan. Our deepest sympathy goes out to all, Love, Dave and Carol White