Edith Shepherd Crowder Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Edith Shepherd Crowder passed away peacefully at Friends Home, Guilford College, NC on January 23. Born on October 25, 1924 to Ruby and Ernest Shepherd she grew up in Durham, North Carolina. She married the Rev. William Crowder and spent 70 wonderful and loving years with him. Together they served Methodist Churches all over Eastern North Carolina. Theirs was always a partnership in their Christian Faith, their work with the churches, and raising their family. She leaves behind her children, William Crowder, Jr. (Joseph Hoesl), Gene Wesley Crowder (Barbara), Mary Alice Grist (Richard). Her grandchildren are Paul Grist (Jessica), Caroline Grist (Kevin Quaderer), Sarah Ferrell (Paul), Christopher Crowder (Emily Engram), and a great grandson, Moses Grist. Edith’s family sends a special heart felt thank you for the incredible and loving care that has been given to her by the good people at Friends Home. Their dedication is apparent on a daily basis with the way that the residents are cared for. There will be a Memorial Service at a later date when it is safe for gatherings again. Memorial contributions may be made to Friends Home, 925 New Garden Road, Greensboro, North Carolina 27410 or to the charity of your choice. Forbis & Dick Guilford Chapel is serving the Crowder family and online condolences may be directed to www.forbisanddick.com. Condolences may also be sent to The Crowder Family, 2933 NC Hwy 68 South, High Point, NC 27265.

Edith Shepherd Crowder

October 25, 1924 - January 23, 2021