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Johnny Crouch Obituary
March 7, 1932 - October 6, 2023
Coach Johnny Crouch, age 91, of McAllen Texas, passed away on October 6, 2023 in Missouri City, Texas. He resided with his daughter Kelley Kay and her husband Coach Albert Thomas. Battling dementia for many years, which he called, "Don't mention it," Coach Crouch expired peacefully at home in his sleep.
Johnny Lee Crouch Jr was born in Bethesda, Maryland on March 7,1932 to John Lee Crouch and Nettie Mae Williams. He survived a childhood shooting accident at age eleven. However, the injury didn't stop him from growing into an outstanding athlete. The family later moved to Chillicothe, Texas where Johnny attended high school and became a superb football and basketball player. He attended Paris Junior College and went on to Texas Christian University. He was team captain in 1955. After graduation he was drafted by the Green Bay Packers in the 8th round, but his career was cut short due to a shoulder injury.
Johnny moved to Corsicana, Texas to coach football and teach biology. There he met and married Rhonda Kay Stack on December 22, 1959. They were married until her passing in 2011. He continued his career coaching in Corsicana, Odessa, George West, Lubbock, McAllen, Pharr and Harlingen. Once he stopped coaching high school football, he taught elementary physical education at Sorenson Elementary in San Juan for another twelve years. He retired from a life in the public school system in 2002 at the age of seventy.
Johnny was known for his "larger than life" demeanor. He had a significant impact on thousands of athletes and students and his family is often pulled aside to hear a story about "Coach Crouch."
He is preceded in death by his parents John and Nettie Mae and his wife Rhonda Kay and survived by his children, John Lee Crouch III (Trey), Chance Ladayne Crouch (Bear), and Kelley Kay Thomas. In addition, he leaves behind ten grand children and ten great grand children.
In lieu of flowers , the family requests that memorial contributions be directed to :
Capable Kids
1223 East Hackberry
McAllen , Texas 78501 - 956-277-1776
https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/ckrgv
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Tom Hancock
November 3, 2024
He also was the line coach (and Biology teacher) at Levelland TX High School in the mid to late 60s under Dwayne? Hickman as Head Coach.
Tommy Boyd
November 23, 2023
I met Johnny in 1974 while coaching on staff at Mc High. We immediately became close friends. Jon was a excellent coach and unique personality, never met a stranger. I stayed in touch for many years and our friendship was great! Kelly, Trey and Bear were his most prized gifts. John made a impression on my life that is still with me! My condolences and prayers to Trey, Bear and Kelly, Johnny will be missed by all
Aurora Monteagudo Cantu
November 22, 2023
My condolences to the Crouch family. He was a great person and coach. May he RIP...
Aurora Monteagudo Cantu
MHS Senior 76
Cynthia Diaz Alfaro
November 14, 2023
To Our Special Coach J. Crouch. R.I. Paradise Cynthia Diaz McAllen Texas McHi 1981
Lauro and Leigh Guerra
October 20, 2023
Sending the Crouch family our condolences on this man who provided guidance to thousands of kids throughout his life. We were lucky to have him in our lives. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
J J Woods
October 19, 2023
My condolences and prayers for you and your family. I am grateful to have met your dad. Those we love are always with us and they never go away. They walk with us everyday. I pray you feel his presence daily, and praying for your comfort and peace to face the days ahead and long memories to hold in your heart. Love you.
Blessings
Tommy Villarreal
October 19, 2023
My condolences to Bear, Trey and Kelly. I'm so sorry to hear about your fathers passing. May he rest in peace.
Maria Mendoza
October 18, 2023
My condolences Kelley and family, He use tell me "you are busy" when I come to clean the house. And he´d offered us chocolates before we leave, he was a very nice man
Jinks White
October 18, 2023
My condolences and prayers to Trey, Kelly, and Bear. Vicki and I have many fond memories of our time at McAllen High School. Your dad and mom were wonderful to a young coach and his bride. Johnny was a wonderful coach and a good friend. He had a tremendous impact on so many young men and women and was an inspiration to me as well. May God bless you all and give you peace. Jinks and Vicki White
Robert Emerick
October 17, 2023
I met Johnny in 1976 while coaching in LA Joya and became friends ever since. 47 years of memories of Johnny and his family. RIP Johnny.
Roy Guzman
October 17, 2023
My condolences to the Crouch Family. I never got to coach with him but we were on opposite sides for a few contests. He was a man of honor and true to his word. I have fond memories of him. Rest in peace Coach.
Tommy Boyd
October 17, 2023
Thoughts and Prayers to Kelly, Trey and Bear. I had the pleasure of coaching with Johnny at McAllen many years ago. We became good friends many years ago and kept in contact up until past few years. Not only was Johnny a great Coach, he was Bigger than Life guy. Many young men were blessed with the opportunity to be around John. He will be missed by Many. I am proud that I had the opportunity to work with Johnny.
Pat Alden
October 16, 2023
My Condolences to the Crouch Family. Johnny had a special place in hearts of many people. The smile, grin and natural wit that was pure Johnny. Thanks for the memories, Johnny, rest in peace.
Lupe Enriquez
October 15, 2023
It´s so sad hearing this news, Coach was a great coach and man, loved being around him , RIP Coach Crouch
Stephanie Elmore
October 15, 2023
My deepest condolences to the family. He was the sweetest person I have ever met.
Mary Terry
October 14, 2023
Remembering him well. Condolences to the family. He was a good coach and a fine gentleman.
Albert Guerra
October 14, 2023
Coach Crouch was about as tough as they come...thanks for memories Coach, sincere condolences to entire Crouch Family. RIP, Coach.
Baldemar Garcia, Jr.
October 14, 2023
Coach Crouch, may you Rest In Peace!!! All around good man.
Mike jordan
October 13, 2023
A really great person. Played football & baseball under Coach at Odessa Permian. Can still see him running live plays against defense-- him without a helmet and only a towel around his neck. Definition of toughness. He made an impression and difference in a lot of young lives. So sorry for your loss. Mike Jordan
Nydia Aldape
October 12, 2023
My deepest condolences to the Crouch family. Especially Kelly who was his shoulder to lean on, daughter, confidant, care taker and friend for the last number of years. May his wittiness, love, and smile remain in your heart, carry you through life, and give you peace. RIP Coach Crouch.
Molly Brogan
October 12, 2023
I only wish I could have met Coach Crouch! He's my kind of guy - football, TCU, Packers, Coach, elementary school PE teacher. I know he is smiling down on his family with pride. Sending thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May his memories live on forever.
Albert Maldonado
October 12, 2023
My deepest condolences for the loss of such a wonderful person (Coach). My thoughts and prayers are with the Crouch family. I have many great high school football memories of Coach Crouch. It was a privilege to have played for him.
May you Rest in Peace,
Albert Maldonado
Tricia Chapa
October 12, 2023
My Condolences to Kelley and family. I know how he will be missed with his big presence and great sense of humor. I have been blessed to have grown up down the street from the Crouch´s house in McAllen, and it was never a dull moment! Mr. Crouch was the same loving, strong, funny, and quick witted man in his old age just as I remember.
Rest in Peace Love, Tricia Chapa
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