"I am saddened to hear of Cathie's passing. Although I have not had direct contact with Cathie recently, she will always have a place in my heart. I will cherish the moments of memory when I worked with Cathie at the Times, she was my assistant and a darn good one at that. Cathie will be greatly missed. "
In loving memory of
Catherine A. Crouch
November 2, 1955 - March 13, 2015
Catherine A. Crouch, age 59 of Jonesboro, passed away on Friday, March 13, 2015 at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Ft. Wayne, Ind. She was born on November 2, 1955 in Marion, Ind. To the late Donald Crouch Sr. and Norma Jean (Bastian) Stafford, who survives in Seminole, Fla. Cathie was a 1973 graduate of Mississinewa High School. Her career spanned many states and industries, she worked as a home healthcare aide for Able Hands, Marion General Hospital, the Marion Chronicle-Tribune in advertising sales, and the St. Petersburg Times also in advertising sales. When not working, she enjoyed genealogy, the Jeopardy game show, and being the family archivist and organizer, always making sure the family stayed connected. Most of all, Cathie cherished spending time with her children and grandchildren.
In addition to her mother, Norma Jean (Harold) Stafford of Seminole, Fla, she is survived by daughter, Rachel (Kip Cowgill) Greene, of Marion; two sons, Gregory David Wright, of Oakland, Calif. and Tyler Robert McCall, of Marion; two brothers, Donald (Sue) Crouch Jr., of Seminole, Fla. and John (Susan) Stafford, of Denver, Colo.; sister, Tracy Stafford, of Indianapolis; grandchildren, Felicia and Izabel Cornejo, Danni Cowgill, and Ember Wright; lifetime friend, Bruce Greene, of Gas City.
Cathie was preceded in death by her father; brother, David Crouch; grandparents, Mildred and Glenn Barton, and Estella Mae Bastian.
Arrangements are being entrusted to the Fairmount Chapel of Armes-Hunt Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 415 S. Main St., Fairmount, Indiana, 46928. Family and friends may visit on Tuesday, March 17 from 5:00 7:00 p.m. at the Fairmount Chapel. A funeral service honoring Cathies life will be held on Tuesday, March 17 at 7:00 p.m. at the Fairmount Chapel.
Memorial contributions may be made to the funeral home to help the family with final expenses. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.armeshuntfuneralhome.com
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"Norma and family: hello, norma, it's Marthena . Barb Laughlin and I were so dismayed not to have made contact with you this visit home. I called my eldest, Micki June, and she said to share with you that she, your Cathie, and Lisa Daubenspeck always put their birthday money in together at Presbyterian Sunday School, as they all had same "birthday week". So saddened to hear of your loss. you are loved."
"The staff of Cancer Services of Grant County would like to extend our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this time."
"David, so sorry to hear of your loss. My heart goes out to you and your family."
"FEATHERY PALM PLANT was sent by Wayne and Debbie Huntzinger.So sorry for your loss. Wayne and Debbie Huntzinger"
"TROPICAL DISH GARDEN WITH FRESH FLOWERS was sent by Marla and Gary Misamore.Tracy and Family, We are so sorry for the loss of your loved one. Marla and Gary Misamore"
"To Norma Jean, Donny, Bruce and all of Cathy's family, Cathy was a schoolmate and family friend. While I have not stayed in contact she is one of the few classmates I did think about and how I cherished those youthful years at Mississinewa. I will always remember her smile and her moment of excitement several reunions ago when we crossed paths and got caught up on each others lives. My heartfelt prayers go to each of you at this time of loss, but also the joy of our memories and the ever-present knowledge that she has gone before us and will be there to greet us all when our time draws to a close. Love to you all"
"Norma, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your daughter. Its been a long time since I've seen you but sending prayers to you . 42"