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Elaine Crowley Lavi posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
For those who knew Richard Crowley, our dad, they knew him as a kind, friendly person who had a knack for striking up a conversation with just about anyone, a total stranger, anyone who would take the time to listen. Some would consider him unusual, perhaps a bit eccentric, but he was a husband, a father, a brother, a son, a navy veteran, a friend and an acquaintance to so many people. <br> <br>Our father was an intelligent individual, with a great sense of humor and an immense knowledge of history. He could tell you almost anything about any event in history with precision, quoting the exact dates, names of places, people involved -it was quite amazing at the extent of his knowledge and retention of such events. We sometimes thought he would have made a great history teacher. He had such passion for history and loved to share this knowledge and tell stories of the past. He enjoyed reading history books, and one of his favorite was a recent gift he received about the USS Intrepid. He got so much joy and excitement out of reading this book, that undoubtedly, every conversation with him thereafter was about the book, and he would recite facts about what he had read??<br> <br>Not only would he speak of historical events in our country, he had the most interesting stories to retell about his years in the Navy, his years working on the mail train, his years as a mail carrier, his years working in the Dead Letter Office in the post office. Although his stories could drone on and on as sometimes we heard the same stories over and over again, it was always interesting to hear his stories about all the strange objects that would come his way working the Dead Letter Office?strange things that people would send through the mail and end up on his table for inspection and final disposition. He loved his job at the post office, and he stayed there all the way until retirement, which we are sure was still even hard to leave after an entire lifetime.<br><br>Our father loved his bicycle. From as early as we can remember, Dad was always riding his bicycle through rain, snow, sleet and hail. Nothing could keep him from his bicycle. He would ride this bike miles every day to the train station that would take him into his job in Boston. We believe if he was able to, he would have found a way to ride that bike right into Boston the post office. When not working he would be seen riding that bike all over Greenwood, Melrose, into Wakefield. We would often run into Dad in downtown Wakefield in the Christy’s convenient store, fondling the danishes, muffins, cookies, squeezing the packages before finally making his purchase. We would be out on the town with our friends, and undoubtedly we would run into Dad at Christy’s late into the night, with his bicycle parked right outside. <br><br>We remember growing up being excited when Saturday came around and it was one of our turns to go to McDonalds for breakfast, for one on one time with Dad. It was something we looked forward to and it was our time together.<br><br>We remember Dad playing shark in the swimming pool and chasing us, and us screaming with both delight and fear, for he did a very convincing shark imitation, fins and all. Or, when he wasn’t playing shark, he would turn into a whale and give us rides across the pool on his hairy back.<br> <br>We remember Dad teaching us how to drive on the old beat up yellow station wagon. He had so much patience with us learning this new skill, and no matter what time of day or how often, he always made time to help us practice driving. I personally remember when he took me on my driving test and sat in the back seat while I was at the wheel with the instructor by my side. When I failed the test for allegedly (and I repeat allegedly) running a red light, he was there for me when I cried my eyes out and he told me I was a good driver and the instructor was just a mean cranky man.<br><br>Dad also played the part of chauffer for many of our early dates. As if the beat up green station wagon wasn’t embarrassing enough, he was always listening to that Irish music. He would be driving along blasting the Irish tunes and singing along.<br><br>As a teenager, Dad also became a hit among our friends as he was the one parent out of all our friends that we could count on to pick us up at all hours of the night after our nights out dancing at the Palace. No matter how late it was, we would go to the pay phone and call home, and he would come right away and pick us up and drive everyone home. Sometimes, we could even convince him to make a side stop to dunkin donuts or whatever all night diner would be open. Since eating was by far one of his favorite past times, it was not too difficult for him to say yes to this every time! <br><br>Speaking of Dunkin Donuts, Dad LOVED that place. We suspect one of the highlights of his life was when I landed my first real job at Dunkin Donuts in downtown Wakefield, which also meant that I would bring home dozens of left over donuts on a daily basis. Boxes and boxes of donuts would accompany me home every night when my shift was ended, and Dad’s eyes would just light up with delight! We have no idea how he fit all the donuts in his stomach, but surely, those donuts would disappear just as quickly as we would bring them home.<br><br>Our father marched to the beat of his own drum, there were some things you would never even attempt to understand about him, but you would just accept him for who he was. We will never forget him, and we will treasure these memories always.<br>
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Gail M. Remeika posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 12, 2010
Dear Crowley Family,<br>I was so sad to hear of the passsing of<br>Dick. I know he will surely be missed.<br>My prayers and thoughts are with all of<br>you.<br>Love - Gail <br>
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Mr. & Mrs. Darrin Kloostra posted a condolence
Friday, October 8, 2010
Sorry about the loss of your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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Carolyne Golding posted a condolence
Friday, October 8, 2010
Thoughts and prayers go out to the Crowley family. I'll remember Mr. Crowley as a kind and gentle soul with an easy smile and as a walking encyclopedia of knowledge! <br>So sorry for your loss.
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M.L.Hurt posted a condolence
Friday, October 8, 2010
Very sorry to read of the passing of your dead loved one Richard. Life is such a precious gift and yet so short-lived for the time we exist. I am writing to share a few words of comfort and encouragement from the source of truth the bible. <br>God holds out a wonderful hope for all those in the grave. At John 11;25 Jesus said "I AM THE RESURRECTION AND THE LIFE. HE THAT EXERCIES FAITH IN ME, EVEN THOUGH HE DIES, WILL COME TO LIFE."<br>The nine accounts of ones in the bible who were resurrected are a guarantee that the resurrection of others is possible. God can bring back the billions of dead he holds within his perfect memory. (John 5-28,29) What a blessed reason to hope in God!<br>With the gift of your memories of Richard they will bring you great joy. When a loved one becomes a memory that memory turns into a treasure. <br>To help with the grieving process I found three ways. Talking ans writing about my feelings. Also reading the information in the bible about the resurrection. <br>May you and yours lean on Jehovah God for the strength you need at this sad time. (PSALMS 83-18)<br>Agape<br>M.L.HURT
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Cristi Payne and family posted a condolence
Friday, October 8, 2010
Elaine, I'm so sorry for the loss of your father. I know it's so difficult to lose a parent. I hope you and your family can find some comfort in the happy memories you share and the kind words from those who knew him.
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Wendy Proodian posted a condolence
Thursday, October 7, 2010
To all of the Crowley Family, I'm sorry for your sudden loss. I always remember your father having a story to tell and always smiling at the end. He was a hard worker and a good provider. May he rest in peace.
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Michelle Richter posted a condolence
Thursday, October 7, 2010
Our sincere condolences to the Crowley family. Richard was kind man and his smiling face and friendly deameanor will be missed by the staff and residents of the Lowell Housing Authority Congregate.
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Maryellen posted a condolence
Thursday, October 7, 2010
Dad, may you rest in peace. I will miss you. I will always know that you are with us when I see glimpses of you in my children's faces and personalities. Thank you for being my Dad.<br>Love, your daughter, Maryellen
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Tricia Livermore posted a condolence
Thursday, October 7, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you, Elaine, and your family at this difficult time. Hopefully you can spend some quality time with your family celebrating your Dad's life.<br>Tricia
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