John Willis Crowson Jr., 70, of Fairhope, went home to be with the Lord on June 1, 2021. He is a son of the late John Sr. and Verta (Howe) Crowson.

He is also preceded in death by his sister, Terri (Crowson) Frye; and late wife and mother to his children, Deborah (Blaylock) Crowson.

Johnny is survived by his wife of over 3 years, Linda Churchel-Crowson; children, Aaron (Sheila) Crowson, John III (Shelby) Crowson, Joshua (Lorena) Crowson, Rachel (Aaron) Quigley and Grace (Ginno) Crowson; 3 step-children; and 17 grandchildren. He is also survived by his brother, Jim (Suzanne) Crowson and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, family and friends.

Johnny was a 1983 graduate of Hyles-Anderson College. Johnny was a Baptist Preacher/Evangelist for over 40 years and was the 89th preacher in his family line. He was a true man of prayer and had the best sense of humor.

Friends and family will be received on Wednesday, June 9, 2021 at Dial and Dudley Funeral Home, 4212 AR-5, Bryant, AR 72022, from 10 am until the time of service at 11 am. Interment at Old Union Cemetery. Arrangements by MILLER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY of Somerset. Online condolences may be expressed at millerfuneralhomeandcrematory.com