Phillip Crowder Obituary

My brother, Phil, passed away one year ago tomorrow. We did not share a lot of time together over the years, since I married in 1966 and moved away from Kingsport, our home. We loved each other as brother and sister, talking by phone occasionally. To me, Phil lived a life of continual trials and disappointment. Outside of family, those he cared for and trusted took advantage of his caring nature. The bright spots in his troubled life were Jessie and Matthew, Maria and Paul. I have always regretted that he did not have many joyful moments to celebrate in life; and yet, he took the high road as he dealt with those who took advantage of him showing mercy and love, continually giving away most of what he had, never fighting to keep it. He is celebrating now with those who loved him so much...our mom, dad, and his son, Matthew. God knows him by name and will deal with all of the wrongs done to my brother. I love you, Phil, and know you are finally at peace.... Your sister, Martha

Phil was such a sweet friend. We were friends since middle school. Praying for his family.

Rest in Peace, sweet Phil

Phil was a kindhearted gentle soul. He would tell me his purpose in life was to have children. Two wonderful children we had together, he so cherished then. Phil would provide to them selflessly. Phil found his place in life traveling by driving OTR. He was a phone call away but was there to listen in the most painful time in our life and supportive in college years and beyond. Our last nightly talk was to say Merry Christmas. Now I say, well done as your purpose in life was fulfilled as our beautiful daughter will carry on a part of you. Love you always.

RIP to my first love

Phil was such a sweet friend to me in school. I´ll always remember him as such a dear friend.

So sorry to learn of Phil's passing. I was born in November 1951 Iin Kingsport and went to Dobyns Bennett and attended First Church of God. I always thought Phil was a sweet gentle soul. Praying for you