A resident of Central, he was born August 2, 1935 in Wisner, Louisiana, and passed away Sunday, November 18, 2012 at his home. He was 77, a US Marine Corps veteran, and a retired electronics technician. Visiting at Baker Funeral Home, 6401 Groom Road, Baker, on Tuesday, November 20, 2012 from 5-9pm, and on Wednesday, November 21, 2012 from noon until religious services in the chapel at 2pm, conducted by Rev. Jason Allen. Interment to follow in Hillcrest Memorial Gardens. Survived by his wife, Pearl "Karol" Crowell of Central; and his children, Sheila Blount of Gonzales, Darrel Crowell and wife Debbie of Central, Sandy Tisdale and husband Butch of Walker, Greg Crowell and wife Sandy of Central, Sheri Thames of Panama City, Florida, and Allen McDowell of Walker; 16 grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren; and a brother, Bob Crowell. Preceded in death by his parents, Arthur and Annie Crowell, and Aretta Corkern; son, David Crowell; sister, Joyce Rainey; and brothers, Cecil and Ernie Crowell. Billy was a very talented bass guitar player, and most recently performed with the Due South Country Band. The family would like to express their gratitude to family and friends for their support, especially his cousin and buddy, Al. Special thanks to Danielle Smith and the entire staff of St. Joseph Hospice for providing such excellent care and guidance. Please sign the online guestbook at http://www.bakerfuneralhomeonline.com.
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Mrs Karol and the entire Crowell family,
"Mr.Bill" as we so fondly knew him was a wonderful neighbor and friend to us for 10 yrs. He was so kind to me. We talked as "He" watered my flowers in the front by my gate, we shared the love of LSU baseball and I could go on. He especially liked Cliff and Hunter's hunting stories!! He is already missed in our hearts!! We will continue to remember you and your family in our prayers. Jeremiah 29:11
The Dufour Family
Cliff, Lisa and Hunter
Lisa Dufour
November 27, 2012
May you have strength during this difficult time. We are thinking of all of you.
The Thames Family
November 21, 2012
Sis, you and the family will be in my prayers and thoughts.
Carol Wood
November 20, 2012
Sheila, our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours
Debbie & Clay
November 20, 2012
Sheila,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Deb Eiermann
November 20, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Blane & Debbie Coco
November 20, 2012
Greg and Daryl, Sorry for your loss. He's gone to a better place.
Jimmy Dentro
November 20, 2012
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