Virgil E. Crowe
March 12, 1917 - June 7, 2003
Obituary
Virgil E. Crowe
Together Again, Forever
Virgil E. Crowe was born March 12, 1917 in Pittsburgh Kansas and went to be with our Lord on June 7, 2003 in Federal Way, Washington. His beloved wife, Romayne preceded him in 2000. Virgil started his career with Boeing Wichita and came to Boeing Seattle in 1947. He and Romayne spent many years in the field traveling around the United States and also to Tehran, Iran for them. He was instrumental in starting the Boeing Employees Fastpitch Association in the early 1950s and enjoyed his retirement years as statistician for the Peterbilt Western Fast pitch team. He was an officer in the Seattle Mens Fast pitch Association and on the World Tournament committee that brought teams from around the world to Tacoma’s, Cheney Stadium for international competition. Virgil was also a member of the Seattle King County Fast pitch Hall of Fame. As an avid hunter each year he looked forward to going into the Okanogan area for deer and the Clockum area for elk. Virgil served in the U.S Marine Corp during WW II. He is survived by his son, Ralph Crowe Lyla of Seattle, daughter Glennis Golden Don of Federal Way, grandsons, Scott Jonnie, Stuart Cindy and Steven Crowe, granddaughters, Stacey Whitten Todd, Kimerly, Kelly and Kristy Golden, 16 great grandchildren, 1 great, great granddaughter, sister, Phyllis Ledbetter of Derby, Kansas and numerous nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be held at Bonney, Watson, Washington Memorial Park at 16445 Pacific Highway, S in SeaTac, on Friday, June 20th at 11:00 am. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Make A Wish Foundation, 107 Cherry St. Suite 305, Seattle, WA 98104.
I didn’t know Virgil personally, but through his granddaughter Stacey, I’ve been blessed to share lovely times with many members of his family. He is leaving the richest legacy; a generous and loving family. And, whoa! Virgil was born in Pittsburg, KS. I was born in Dodge City, KS, so I’m smiling that Virgil and I share this “endless plains” heritage! Blessings and peace to all Virgil’s family as you gather to support one another, share memories and celebrate his life.
Our thoughts are with the family. Love to all
Gary, Carolyn and family
to one of the best brotherin law I ever had so many many wonderful memories of virgil and romayne like when ralph willard came to seattle for there 50th anniversay. we went t
Grandpa~The best Santa ever! I will always love you. Love to grandma. I am very lucky to have you for grandparents. Lots of love & hugs to you both!
Thanks for everything your the best!
“Take me out to the ball game”
Love & hugs always! Kristy
I didn’t know your Grandpa Kim except through you, therefore it feels like I too have lost someone. Take comfort in the fact that he is back with your Grandma which is where he wanted to be from the moment he lost her. My love to you all.
Laurie, Dave & Jennifer
Grandpa, you will be deeply missed. I am sure you are up there dancing and watching softball games with grandma. Give her a hug for me! I love and miss you both. Take care of each other! Love and kisses forever……Kelly