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Donald Crowe Obituary
Don was born on October 24, 1949, in Chicago, IL, the son of Otis and Bernice (Howland) Crowe. Don grew up in St. Francis, Kansas. His family moved to Lawrence in 1963. He attended West Junior High School. He graduated from LHS in 1967.
Don began his working career at the KU Traffic and Security Department from 1967 to 1970. At the age of 21, Don began his law enforcement career as a patrolman and investigator at KU. In 1976, he began serving the citizens of Douglas County as a Deputy Sheriff. While at the Sheriff's Office, Don was promoted to Lieutenant supervising the patrol division and the county jail. He was admired for his dedicated service and mentoring of deputies.
Don was involved with Troop 59 scouting during his son's scouting years. Don made trips with the Troop to Isle Royale, Sea Base, Flattops, and Bartle. He also was Assistant Scoutmaster for a troop in Plainville, Kansas.
He married Karen Ann Seiwald on June 1, 1976, in Lawrence, KS. She survives at home.
Don retired from the Sheriff's Office on September 17, 2004. In his retirement, he and Karen logged 90,000 miles in 49 United States and did volunteer work at many state and national parks. When he was not traveling, he enjoyed nature, reading and watching local sports.
Other survivors include his son, Reid (Lindsey) Crowe, brother, Gary (Julie) Crowe, granddaughter, Madelynn Crowe, and a godson, Will Pendleton.
Donald was preceded in death by his parents, brother, Jeffrey Crowe, and his beloved cat, Bilbo.
A celebration of life is being planned.
Memorial contributions may be made in Don's name to the Lawrence Humane Society or Kansas Public Radio and may be sent in care of Warren-McElwain Mortuary, 120 W. 13th Street, Lawrence, KS 66044.
For more information or to post a condolence go to warrenmcelwain.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Donald Crowe
Steve and Colleen Butell
October 1, 2024
Thoughts and prayers for the family in this difficult time. So sorry for your loss. Don was a great guy and good friend in and away from work DGSO he will be missed. God Bless
Lauren
September 30, 2024
I'm so sorry to hear this news. I was on your flight from DC to KC. I have been thinking about Don and your family ever since. Sending you all the love and condolences.
Michael Malone
September 29, 2024
In his job and away from his job, Don was kind and considerate. He was a joy to work with. I am truly sorry for your loss.
Mike Rumsey
September 27, 2024
Don will be missed by those of us who cared at the Douglas County Sheriff's Office, and by me, who cared so much, with Don's passing. Don was a truly great friend over the years even though we had miles between us. Don and I communicated by phone and email, and he and his wife sat down with me when both of them came to D.C. As many have said, Don will be missed.
Jones Susan
September 25, 2024
I´m so very very sorry for your loss
Shelley Bock
September 24, 2024
Don was always a pleasure to work with when I was a criminal defense counsel. He would always greet me with a smile when I entered the Courthouse. He would always treat my clients with respect. I'm glad that he was able to travel the World and see people beyond Douglas County. In my mind, he will be forever in the Douglas County Courthouse handling questions, wayward clients, and lost and bewildered defense counsel like myself.
Richard and Rhonda Rose
September 24, 2024
We are so sorry to hear the passing of Don. My husband and myself, both worked with Don while he was working at the DGSO and we worked at The LKPD. He was very dedicated to his job and was very well liked by all. He will be missed. Sending prayers to all the family.
John Lewis
September 24, 2024
Very sad to see this. Don was a wonderful person and will be missed. I worked with him years ago and enjoyed being around him. My thoughts are with the family and close friends.
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