Lawrence “Larry” D. Crooks
Monday, July 23, 1928
Date of Death:
Monday, February 11, 2013
Age:
84 years old
Monday, July 23, 1928
Date of Death:
Monday, February 11, 2013
Age:
84 years old
Monday, July 23, 1928
Date of Death:
Monday, February 11, 2013
Age:
84 years old
Lawrence “Larry” D. Crooks
The Funeral Mass for Lawrence “Larry” Desmond Crooks will be held at 10:00AM, Friday, February 15, 2013 at St. John The Evangelist Catholic Church with the Rev. John Lasuba officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to the Mass at the church on Friday. Burial will be at Oakwood Cemetery in Rochester.
Mr. Crooks, 84, passed away on Monday, February 11, 2013 at St. Marys Hospital in Rochester.
Larry was born on July 23, 1928 to Lawrence and Mary (Mohan) Crooks in Washington England.
He married Audrey Johnson on July 7, 1956 at St. Marys Church in Sunderland England. He served with the Royal Air Force from 1945 to 1947. He came to the United States in 1959. He worked for National Cash Register (NCR). He owned and operated a portrait studio for 21 years along with his wife Audrey.
He is survived by his wife, Audrey; children, Steve (Cynthia) of Mahtomedi, Des of Eugene, Oregon, Ian (Cindy) of Austin, Texas, Diane of Rochester and Gwen (Tim) of Pagosa Springs, Colorado; 13 lovely grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; and a sister, Patricia. He was predeceased by his sister Theresa.
Larry loved his family, woodworking, gardening, photography and music. He was a member of St. John The Evangelist Catholic Church.
Macken Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences are welcome at www.mackenfuneralhome.com.
Condolences
The family of Lawrence “Larry” D. Crooks has received the following condolences.
Des and Family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sadness. May your fond memories help guide you through and always warm your hearts.
Diane and Ian -- I'm so sorry for your loss, and I apologize for not being there with you at the service. I only saw this online this morning. Blessings and peace to you all.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Audrey and family.
In Christ,
Kevin and Amy Kastler
Audrey and Family---I was so saddened to read of Larry's passing---I have many great memories and SMILES ! did not know that you were still in the area----hope we can get together for a happy time-----hope to be at St. John's tomorrow love to all, Julie Andrews
So sorry to hear about your dad Gwen. I've had the pleasure of talking with him at the clinic and he was a wonderful man.
Dear Audrey and Family:
My heart is sadden of hearing Larry's passing and happy is off to a new world.
Larry, Audrey and I were members of the local photographers association called the Cornbelt PPA. I drove they rode, Larry with his loong legs in the front and lovely Audrey had the back seat, all over the SE MN area going to our once-a-month educational meetings. We talked about everything under the sun with openness and honesty; Ian & Gwen singing, kids having babies, England trips, and of course, photography. He loved my jokes/stores and adventures in the industry and Audrey would just smile.
What a beautiful couple they were. We lost track of each other when they retired from the photography business, but once in awhile we'd run into each other and enjoy the moment.
May the Lord rest his countenance upon you all.
Our love and sympathies,
Curt & Andie Sanders
Audrey and Family,
Thinking of you and your family as you celebrate the wonderful person Uncle Larry was. Lots of fond memories.
Mike and Lynne Kearney
Steve & Family,
Rick and I are very sorry for your loss.
I was very sorry to read of Mr.Crooks' passing. I knew the Crooks' family from Meadow Park Chruch of Christ back in the 70s. I now live in n.Y.& read the Roch. paper each a.m. on line. My thoughts & prayers are with all of you. Sincerely,Denise Gitchell
Diane and family,
I just wanted to express my condolences during your time of loss. May happy memories with your family bring comfort.
Mary (Overkamp) Brown
MY SYMPATHY TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. i REMEMBER THE STUFF WE DID WITH MAPLE LEAF 4H AT YOUR HOME. ESPECIALLY THE BOOTH PROJECT FOR THE FAIR.
MARY ANN BUCHER
Dear Audrey,
I know how devoted you and Larry were to each other. Your memories of many happy years together running a successful business and raising five wonderful children will warm your heart in his absence.
You have my deepest condolences,
Cris