Roger Crowder, Sr. passed away Tuesday.

He was born Feb. 20, 1932, in Harris County, Georgia to the late, Render and Blanche Crowder.

He was educated in Pine Mountain and employed with Rock Quarry until he retired.

Survivors include 12 children:  sons, Roger (Linda) Crowder, Jr. Robert (Ann) Crowder, Jeffery Crowder, Pat (Delia) Coverson, Felton (Vanessa) Coverson, Felton Robertson; daughters, Rosie Mary (Jimmy) Williams, Joeann Williams, Mattie (William) McKee, Annie (Charles) Henry, Rosie (Bryant) Williams, Penny Coverson; 66 grandchildren, 48 great grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren; brothers, Neal (Mamie) Crowder, Owen (Precious) Crowder, Evans (Blanche) Crowder, Connie (Deborah) Crowder, Nathan Crowder; sisters, Margie C. Tucker and Evelyn C. McGee; special friend, Ms. Annie Mae Poythress; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.

The service will be Tuesday at 2 p.m. at Western Heights Baptist Church.

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The family will be at their home at 1113 Troup Street.

The excellent care of Mr. Crowder is being provided by Lakes-Dunson-Robertson Funeral Home.