Ronald Lee Crowder's Obituary
Ronald Lee Crowder, 49, of Gainesville, FL passed away on Wednesday, August 23, 2017. On Friday, August 18th, he was found outside after leaving work and suffering a sudden cardiac arrest. Ron graduated from Lake H.S. in Uniontown, OH in 1986 and Stark State College. He was a Supervisor of Maintenance at Brammer Biotechnology.
He was an avid animal lover, enjoyed 4-wheeling and boating. He was always willing to help friends and devoted his time readily. Ron always put family first.
He was the husband of Melissa (Spring) Crowder, father to Benjamin C. Crowder. Ron is also survived by his mother, Rose Ann Crowder, sister, Deborah Crowder, brothers Michael (Peggy) Crowder and David (Karen) Crowder as well as many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father Jack Crowder and stepson, Alexander C. Price.
A private memorial will be held in Gainesville, Florida at a later date and an open memorial will be held at Trinity United Church of Christ in Canton, OH on Thursday, August 31, 2017 at 11:30 am. Family and friends will gather in the Fellowship Hall following the service. Private interment in North Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Gentle Carousel Miniature Horse Therapy, P.O. Box 358844, Gainesville, FL 32635 or online at www.gentlecarouseltherapyhorses.com.
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