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Rita A. Crowell

March 25, 1937 - August 14, 2023

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St. Mary Cathedral
1207 Columbia St
Lafayette, IN 47901
Tuesday 8/22, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

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St. Mary Cathedral
1207 Columbia St
Lafayette, IN 47901
Tuesday 8/22, 1:00 pm

Rita Anne Crowell, 86, of Lafayette, was called home to God on Monday, August 14, 2023, at Franciscan St. Elizabeth East Hospital.

She was born March 25, 1937, in Lafayette to the late John and Velma (Ringwald) Rohrman.

She was a 1955 graduate of St. Francis High School in Lafayette.  On April 29, 1967, she married Billy E. Crowell, and he survives.  Rita had several careers throughout her life, these included working at Lafayette National Bank for 8 years, working in catering for several years, and for Painter Accounting in tax preparation.

Rita was a member of St. Mary’s Cathedral in Lafayette and was a faithful follower of Christ.  She enjoyed going to church and her passion was to serve Him. She was dedicated to her faith and said her rosary every day.  She was an absolute Saint here on earth and will be missed very much by many.

Rita enjoyed sewing, baking, crocheting, knitting, playing cards, and especially being a housewife and mother. She also liked to travel to Spooner, Wisconsin where her mom and dad lived. Above all, she loved getting visits from her grandchildren and her great-grandchild.

Along with her husband Billy, she is survived by 2 sons, Scott D. (Pamela) Crowell and Michael J. Crowell both of Lafayette; 6 grandchildren, Korbyn (Jay) Jessee, Patience Crowell, Aubrey Crowell, Austin Crowell, Ava Crowell and Avery Crowell; and 1 great-grandson, Brantley.  Also surviving is her brother, Bernie Rohrman of Spooner, WI; 2 brothers-in-law, Jim Morehouse and Paul Andrews; and a sister-in-law, Linda Rohrman, all of Lafayette.  As well as way too many nieces and nephews to list, but please know, she loved you all!

She was preceded in death by her 3 brothers, Don (Maisy) Rohrman, Joe (Lorraine) Rohrman, both of Spooner WI, and Bob Rohrman of Lafayette; and 6 sisters, Eunice (Charlie) Christian, Marie (George) Tyrrell, Maxine (Nick) Switzer, Mildred (John) Kennedy, Leota Andrews, and Cathie Morehouse, all of Lafayette.

Visitation will be from 11:00 am until time of Mass at 1:00 pm, Tuesday, August 22, 2023, at St. Mary Cathedral, 1212 Columbia St., Lafayette, IN 47901 with Father Daniel Gartland officiating.

Interment to follow at Tippecanoe Memory Gardens, 1718 W. 350 N, West Lafayette, IN 47906.

 

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Visitation
St. Mary Cathedral
1207 Columbia St
Lafayette, IN 47901
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Tuesday 8/22, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
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1207 Columbia St
Lafayette, IN 47901
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Tuesday 8/22, 1:00 pm

Rita Anne Crowell, 86, of Lafayette, was called home to God on Monday, August 14, 2023, at Franciscan St. Elizabeth East Hospital. She was born March 25, 1937, in Lafayette to the late John and Velma (Ringwald) Rohrman. She was a 1955 graduate of St. Francis High School in Lafayette.  On April 29, 1967, sheContinue Reading

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William Alvin Ward left a message on August 23, 2023:
Billy and family you have my deepest sympathy. The years that my Carolyn and I enjoyed Billies and Rita's company ARE A PART OF OUR AGES. Since my Carolyn passed last October I have been living with my oldest daughter in Greensboro, NC. Thinking of you Billy and "STAY THE COURSE." FAIR WINDS AND FOLLOWING SEAS AHEAD. Bill Ward
Susan Chapman left a message on August 22, 2023:
Billy, Scott and Mike, We will all surely miss Rita. I remember all of the times borrowing items from the neighbors, cookouts, going to the park with Rita, weiner roast, and pig roast at the creek. We had a wonderful neighborhood to grow up in. I'm sorry I couldn't be with you today. I cherish the memories. Love you all. -Susan
Rocky & Vicki left a message on August 22, 2023:
We are so sorry for the passing of Rita. She was such an amazing woman. She will be greatly missed by many. Heaven sure gained a special lady.
dan lemm left a message on August 19, 2023:
To Bill, Mike and Scott as well as the Rohrman family so sorry for the loss of Rita, what a special person to so many. Remember the many truck loads of corn served by Jerry's Catering this time of year and the picnics at the house complete with bonfires and hay rides, Spooner surely a special place to the family as well Prayers in this time of celebration of Rita's life Dan and Lori Lemm Ft Wayne, IN
Susan Meadows Hayenga left a message on August 18, 2023:
Billy and Family…so sorry to read of the loss of Rita. I worked with Billy for years at the Lafayette Post Office and was lucky to have met Rita on several occasions. Please know that I will be thinking about you all as you grieve Her loss. Bless You All.
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Susan Meadows Hayenga left a message on August 18, 2023:
Billy and Family…so sorry to read of the loss of Rita. I worked with Billy for years at the Lafayette Post Office and was lucky to have met Rita on several occasions. Please know that I will be thinking about you all as you grieve Her loss. Bless You All.
Will Grannan left a message on August 18, 2023:
Bill, Scott, and Mike, I have so many good memories of time around your mom. She was a wonderful dear friend to my own mother, and a model of courage and faith.
Jerry Dexter left a message on August 17, 2023:
Sorry for your loss Billy. Prayers for the family.
Lafayette Urban Ministry left a message on August 17, 2023:
The Board and Staff of Lafayette Urban Ministry wish to extend our sincerest condolences to Rita's husband Billy, her sons, grandchildren, great-grandson, brother, and extended family and friends. May God hold all of you in the palm of His hand.
Mike Fouts left a message on August 17, 2023:
I am heartbroken at the loss of my second mom, but I know she is in her heavenly home.
Sandy Underhill Aubey left a message on August 17, 2023:
Prayers for the family
Brett and Ronnette PedenMike left a message on August 16, 2023:
Mike and Scott, We are sorry for the loss of your mother. She was a special lady.
Soller-Baker Funeral Homes, Inc. left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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