Alice M Crowell

Alice M. Crowell - 96 8/29/1914 - 5/11/2011

Mt. Morris, IL - Alice M. Crowell, age 96, died May 11, 2011, in Pinecrest Manor Nursing home, Mt. Morris, IL. Alice was born August 29, 1914 in Clare, IL the daughter of George & Nellie (Rich) Lambert. She was a DeKalb High School Graduate class of 1932, and she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Education from NIU. She also earned a Masters degree in Education from NIU in 1962. Alice married Frank Crowell on January 1, 1941 in DeKalb, IL, he died in 1971. Alice was a Public School Teacher in a one room school near Sycamore, IL for 3 years, then she taught in the Mt. Morris Elementary Schools for a period of 32 years. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Mt. Morris, IL. Alice was a member of the Dorcas Circle of the Lutheran Church, a member of several quilting groups, a member of the Ogle County Retired Teachers, the Mt. Morris Senior Center, serving on the board for ten years; and the current events club. Alice was also a world traveler. Alice and her friend, Ruth Balluff, were interested in barns and after their retirement they worked up a program, "Barns a disappearing Treasure." which was presented to many organizations. Alice is survived by her daughter Carol Deemer, DeKalb, IL. Two Grandsons: Rob (Lori) Deemer, Dunkirk, New York and Chris (Debbie) Deemer, Salt Lake City, Utah. Great Grandchildren: Kelsey, Karissa, and Caleb. Brothers Milton Lambert and Walter (Janice) Lambert, both of DeKalb, IL. She is preceded in death by her Parents, Husband; Frank, and two Sisters: Mary Brooks and Eleanor Taylor. Memorial service will be held Monday May 23, 2011 at 11:00 A.M in Trinity Lutheran Church, Mt. Morris, IL with Rev. Steven Erickson Officiating. Visitation will be Monday May 23, 2011 in the Church from 10:00 A.M. till service time. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery, Mt. Morris, IL. Memorials to L.O.M.C. or Mt. Morris Public Library. Visitation: Monday May 23, 2011 10:00 - 11:00 A.M Trinity Lutheran Church Memorial Service: Monday May 23, 2011 11:00 A.M Trinity Lutheran Church