Joshua James Crowe Obituary (1972 - 2022)

Joshua James Crowe, 49, of Murphysboro, IL, outdoorsman, singer, funny man, and stranger to no one, left earth on Friday, April 22, 2022 to reunite with his brother and other departed loved ones to join the choir invisible. If you ever met Josh, you would most likely have at least one grandiose story to tell about him. He lived life to the fullest and was truly a unique person. Josh loved to be outside. Whether it was finding "treasures" with his metal detector, mushroom hunting, fishing, or working in his mother's yard, he was his best when he was in nature and sported a tan that made his sister jealous. Josh was a talented vocalist, who was in the Illinois State Choir during high school and sang at weddings, funerals, and get togethers. He had a passion for music that he loved to share with his friends and family. Josh loved to make people laugh. His humor could be odd at times. But, if he wasn't making you crack up within two minutes of talking with him, then you may need to see a neurologist. His love for making people smile came from a genuine place inside his soul. He was the most caring, loving human being; and despite his faults, he always put others' needs before his own. Even after his death, he continued to help others in need by donating his organs. If by chance the recipients of his organs develop a need to tell crazy stories, feel obligated to write "44" at the end of all of their Facebook posts, or start to crave the outdoors, then perhaps a piece of Josh remains on earth. Josh left behind a long list of people who loved him, including his wife Jaimie Crowe; children Sean, Coltin, Andrew, Zion, and Arianna; step-children Tayler and Christian; mother Joann Bartimus; father Darrell Crowe; sisters Jessica (Rob) Crowe and Beckey (Steve) Wade; nieces and nephews Shannon, Layne, Nova, Johnathon, and Adeline; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins--including his special cousin Jeff. He was preceded in death by his brother and best friend Joseph Crowe, stepdaughter Miah, and both sets of grandparents. Funeral services for Joshua will be held on Wednesday, May 4, 2022 in McCracken-Dean Funeral Home at 11:00 a.m. Burial will be in Buckeye Cemetery. Visitation will be held Tuesday from 5 to 7 p.m. in the funeral home. Memorials in Joshua's honor may be made to Celebrate Recovery at Christ Tabernacle, Herrick, IL and will be accepted by McCracken-Dean Funeral Home who is assisting the family.