Dave Crouch Obituary

You are still missed.

I wish you were still here man.

Still overwhelmed with grief...I can't imagine what your family is going through. To "wish" is not a healthy road to go down but it's so very difficult not to. I miss you so much, my friend.
Always, Lizzy

We had some really great times Dave. You were always so much fun to be around. I haden't seen you in years but had recently reconnected on my space and you always were so happy just like "the good old days". I will miss you!

Love,
LEGS/Kristen

I'm sorry I never told you that you made a positive difference in my life. I thought of you occasionally and it always made me smile. You will be missed.

Evelyn and I just got back into the country a few days ago and were shocked to hear the news of your passing. Our thoughts and prayers go to your friends and family in this most difficult time.
This is how we will always think of you.

I’d like the memory of me
to be a happy one.
I’d like to leave an after glow
of smiles when life is done,
I’d like to leave an echo
whispering softly down the ways,
Of happy times and laughing
times and bright and
summer days.
I’d like the tears of those who
grieve, to dry before the sun,
Of happy memories that I leave
When life is done.

I will think about Dave often and remember how he made me smile on a nearly constant basis. My deepest sympathy goes to his family in this time of tragedy.

Dave was a wonderful person, one of the best I've ever known. We have all been lucky that he has touched our lives, if just briefly. My thoughts and prayers are with Janelle, and to Gay and Steve, be strong.

My Best Friend Dave,
I will always cherish the past 5 yrs we worked together. You touched so many lives that I feel blessed to call you my friend. Our nightly chats are something I will always remember and miss. I'm saddened by your passing but know you are looking down with that great smile. I will dearly miss you my friend. I not only lost my best friend, I lost a huge part of my heart and life.

Man I really miss you bro.

For those of us that didn't get the opportunity to know Dave like the rest, I am sorry; I am sorry that I didn't get to know the real you. But I will say this, you're one great Foosball player, I think I might have even scored once or twice on you! You're in our prayers and forever in our hearts!

Our thoughts and prayers go out to Dave's wife and family. We will always hold the memories of him in our hearts.

Janelle - I never had the opportunity to meet Dave, but I know he must have been wonderful to have won your love. I am deeply sorry for your loss. I miss you friend. It has been way too long since I have been able to give you a hug. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. Hugs, XOXO.

I am so sorry to Dave's family for their loss. You all will be in my prayers.

•He kept at true good humor's markThe social flow of pleasure's tide:He never made a brow look dark,Nor caused a tear, but when he died.~Thomas Love Peacock

Davey, you were a wonderful person and you will be greatly missed. You were one of the first people I met at work and made the greatest impression on me there. I can still hear you saying "shenanigans" about something. I'll never forget your breast pump impressions or your crocks or "Crouch-less Leah-tards". And yes, Moorpark is a real place! You are missed and loved, but will never be forgotten.

Janelle and family: I'm so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers as you try to overcome this. May God give you strength.

Dave, I'm so very sad to hear about your passing...It does'nt even seem real...so sad...you will be missed by all of us at T-mobile...You had a great smile & beautiful eyes...May you find peace & comfort...You are in our thoughts...Wishing you comfort & love at this very sad & painful time, Janelle & family...

I miss you bro, but you will always be in my heart. Our friendship meant the world to me. Until I see you again. I love you man.

Dave was an incredible person. His charisma could light up anyone’s day regardless of the situation and could motivate those in the worst of situations. I remember when Dave came to T-Mobile, he was one of the most dedicated employees I ever had and one that I knew, if given half a chance would do great things. Alas, he touched the lives of countless people and simultaneously left a legacy of “work hard and play harder” amongst the characteristics of the people he helped develop. Those are traits that will forever be instilled in those people and in which some ways Dave will live on forever.

I am very glad to have had the chance to known Dave. He certainly made this world a better place.

Godspeed Dave, you will be missed. . . . .

Janelle, my deepest sympathy and prayers go out to you and family. He was always so kind, helpful to me. May our Heavenly Father's comfort and peace be with you during this time of grief.

Dave was a great man. I can remember playing or should I say losing fooseball to hm regularly. He was always there to help was a great friend. I look around at tmobile and see so many people that dave touched personally, as more than a mentor. The hard times about how the broncos suck, the skins rule, the call of the shot at foose before it happened, and the first person to always help, those things won't ever be replaced. I still walk in expecting to hear it," how bout that fake field goal for the touchdown, only my skins could do that ! "My friends and I only knew dave about 8 months, most interacted with him daily during that time, but it still shocked me how someone so new to my life could have such a deep connection with so many. He will be missed by so many and rememberred forever, myself included. I'd write more, but I gotta go practice, and maybe when I see ya agin, I may actually win one. Miss you Dave and I'll keep practicing, I promise. - Brandon LaBrec

Dave,
I knew you thru work. You always had a smile, and stunning eyes. I did not have the opportunity to get to know you better, unfortunately. I know you will be missed.

Janelle,
You are a shining light, and were such a rock to me in some very difficult times in my life. It was you who made it possible for me to hang on to what was important in my life when I wanted to give up. Thank you. I will keep you close to my prayers thru this time, as I know how you are missing him. Remember, I am here for you too.

For the Crouch Family, my family sends our condolences.

Dave,

You will forever be loved and missed by so many you have touch in the years behind. My heart sinks to think that a life so special had to end so soon. When We look back, we will only see happiness from you. A smile from you was all it took to make things so much brighter.
Janelle, you are such a special person. My thoughts feel for you and your family during this time. We love you and the happiness you and Dave have brought to our lives. You both are truely one and a million.

Dave, I just seen you at the nuggets game 6 weeks ago. What were the odds of you sitting right behind me and when I turned around there was that smile I always knew! You were so excited to introduce your wife to me, I wish you would have truly know how much you were loved! Your friends would have helped you through anything if you would have just reached out to us...life will never be the same without you...God Bless you Dave!!!

Dave, it was always a pleasure to see your smiling face. You have been a kind and caring person to so many through the years. I have been blessed to know you. You're family is close to my heart and in my prayers. I miss you.

Dave I will really miss you. I never saw you without a smile and it was a pleasure knowing you for the last 6 years.
Janelle you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Jan

Could someone please tell me what happened to Dave? I haven't seen him for years, and the people I worked with do not know, only that he is gone. Thank you.

Dave,

You touched both Angel and I so much. You were great competition for Angel in foos and had a true gift to be able to relate to anyone you met. We were lucky to know both you and Janelle and our hearts are breaking for your early departure. We know how much you loved life and it was contagious. We are better for knowing the both of you.

Over the past couple of years I was able to get to know Dave and see what a great person he was. Dave always wore a smile, and was a person who you looked forward to being around. I wish I could say that I knew him more than I did.

Dave, you gave us all so many great memories and you are greatly missed.

Janelle and their family will be in my prayer and thoughts everyday.

Dave,
We will miss your energy and your smile. I feel honored that I knew you and am deeply saddened by your passing. Colorado Springs will never be the same without your smiling face and guidance on protecting our earth.

Janelle,
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief, when ever you are ready we will be here for you.

Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow,
May looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow.
~Author Unknown

My prayers go out to Daves' family. I'm sorry for your loss. I knew Dave from working a T-Mobile a few years back and I remember him always with a smile. I know he made an impact on a lot of people that he worked with.

Dave we will miss your big smile, the glow you put on Janelle's face and your positive attitude. Norma will always miss talking cars with you (she says her car is still faster). I'll miss you always trying to set me up :) and scaring me when I'm on a call. We are happy for the time we've known you and we're sad that we won't have any more opportunties to continue to know you.

Dave
I have nothing but fond and happy memories of you. From our travel to Boise, to our everyday conversations about dogs, cars, houses, technology and who knows what else. You were someone that I looked forward to seeing and talking to, and you leave an unquestionable void. You were always positive, laughing, smiling and had a great sense of humor, not to mention just being a great person. The person you were makes this that much harder to absorb and work through.

Thank you for the impact you had on me, and everyone else that you blessed, I will always remember our friendship.

We loved talking to you both
(Dave and Janelle) at the luau in Hawaii. You both were warm, engaging, and gracious. My heart is with you,Janelle, as you grieve your loss.

Dave-
I remember the fun of trying to find you a desk and occupy your time when you first moved here from ABQ. Your patience, gratitude and light-hearted approach to life instantly made an impression that will forever be left on me and all those whose lives you touched. Foos-on my friend!

Janelle-
I can't begin to imagine what you are going through, but my prayer for you and your family is for "peace that surpasses all understanding" and a new closeness with one another and the Lord. Philippians 4:6-7

When I found out about Dave it deeply saddened me. He was a wonderful person who was kind to everyone he met. My condolences to his wife and parents, my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Dave,
I will miss you greatly. I'll never forget how fun it was working with you and the impact you had on everyone you came in contact with. This recycling square is for you, buddy.

Dave,

Having the opportunity to work alongside you; unforgettable. You will always hold a special place in my heart. Here's to a good man and a great friend.

I am so sorry to hear of your passing. Your constant smile and silly jokes always brought smiles to a gloomy day. You were the best at all that you did. You will be missed.

You enriched my life in ways I cannot express; I am a far better person for knowing. The world is now missing a truly exceptional person.

Dave,

I didn't know you very well but you always had a smile for me when I passed you in the hall at work.

Janelle,

You're a true sweetheart and you are in my thoughts and I am wishing you and your family all the best during your healing.

You enriched my life in ways I cannot express, I am a far better person for knowing. The world is now missing a truly exceptional person.

My thoughts and prayers are with Janelle and all of Dave's family. Dave was a great man, it was truly a privilege and an honor to have known him and call him friend. He will be forever missed.

Dave, it was truly a pleasure to know you. I will never forget the day I met you- all because of a name tag :-) the firedancer on my back will forever remind me of you. Alpine show this year will be bittersweet, but having you in mind will make it fun. Thank you for being you.
"See you and me have a better time than most can dream of, have it better than the best so we can pull on through
whatever tears at us, Whatever holds us down, And if nothing can be done
We'll make the best of what's around" :-) miss you, buddy

To Dave Crouch's family and friends,

My name is Curtis Smale. I worked with Dave about 5 years ago at T-Mobile.

Since then, I left T-Mobile and lived in Phoenix, Arizona, and am now back in the Springs.

Dave and I had many great conversations at T-Mobile over the couple of years I knew him. We always talked about God and Jesus and spiritual things. Also we talked philosophy and music and about our life adventures.

Dave had made me a mix tape DVD of Dave Matthews music which I listened to just two or three weeks ago.

Dave was a great conversationalist--very interested and enthusiastic about a wide variety of things.

Today, a coworker (here in the Springs), who also worked with Dave and I, mentioned Dave's name and asked if I knew him.

I couldn't believe that he mentioned his name because I had just listened to the DVD Dave made for me and I was thinking of giving him a call about week and a half ago, but I no longer had his phone number.

What a shock to hear about such a great guy's life ending so young.

I want you all to know that many people say a lot of nice things about people when they die, but the truth is that Dave truly was one on the most positive and interesting people I have ever met. He truly had a zest for life, no exaggeration.

God bless you, Dave. I hope to see you with Jesus in Heaven soon, my brother.

I wish I would have called a few weeks ago.

Now I never can.

God bless you in Jesus' grace, His love, and His sure salvation.

God bless ya, bro.

Curtis

Dave, I was deeply saddened when I heard about your passing. I will always cherish the time we had as friends, and your unique insights on the world and people. Celebrating a life well lived. I appreciate the time that I had with you because I am better person for the time we shared at T-mobile. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Rest in Peace my freind

I am thankful to have met you and know that I am better person because of it. I cherish our talks and smile at the laughs we shared. I will remember your love for the earth,music, life and most of all for Janelle. Rest in peace Dave...

Dave,
You were such an incredible guy with such a warm, kind spirit. From the moment I met you, I was so glad Janelle had finally met someone who truly loved her. I feel lucky I was able to call you a friend.

Dave, you will be missed.. I wish your family the best during this difficult time. You were way to young to have to leave this world.

in memory

I'm Not Here

Don't stand by my grave and weep
for i'm not there, I do not sleep
I am a thousand winds that blow
I am the diamonds glint on snow
I am the sunlight on ripened grain
I am the gentle autumn's rain.

When you awaken in morning's hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circle flight
I am the soft stars that shine at night
Do not stand at my grave and cry
I am not there, I did not die.

You will always be a best friend of mine. Anyone who knew Dave the way I do should feel lucky to of had such a great friend. My thoughts and prayers are with your family,You will be forever missed....

Dave, I only knew you for a short time but you made the world a better place by just being you. We miss you and will always remember you. Rest easy.

Dave,
There are few words to describe the magnitude of the impact you have had on others. I have so many memories of you over the last 7 years and ALL of them are great. We sat together for over a year. You reported to me twice and our conversations were many. You will be missed by so many people who love you. I too am impacted by your love of the environment and Dave Matthews. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family and Janelle and always with you forever.

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. It was an honor to know you and you will be truly missed.

Dave you were an awesome person and will be missed. Was a plessure to golf and hang out with you.

Dave, I only had a few conversations with you at T-Mobile a few years back, but you were always friendly and willing to help! I worked near your brother-in-law and had heard what a great guy you were to his sister!

I will keep you and your family in my prayers.

My heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with Janelle and her family at this difficult time. I hope fond memories of Dave will comfort all of you.

Dave, This world will never be the same with you gone so soon. You will always be in my memories as co workers and a friend. You were and always will be very special to countless people. Your never ending smile is sketched in to all of our memories along with many other things. God bless you and your family.

Dave, you will be missed by me and many many others. You were such a great friend to my husband and I. Things will not be the same especially music, I don't think James and I will be able to listen to mayday parade again with out thinking of you. I know I am very greatfull to have known you and I'll always have great memories of you just being you. You are terribly missed.

Although I am far away, I was devastated to hear that you passed. You were extremely vibrant and friendly and one of the kindest people I knew at that place. Your family has been in my thoughts all week. May you find peace.

My thoughts are with Dave's family and friends as I here this shocking news. I remember you well from my time at T-Mobile. You were always smiling and happy. You will be missed.

Dude you were my best bro.

Dave.... for the short time I knew you, I liked you and knew that you would make my friend Janelle very happy. Your time here on earth was cut too short but you will always be remembered and I too will always think of you when I hear Dave Matthews Band. No words can express your death but I am praying for Janelle and your family.

Dave, you were one of the friendliest people I ever had to privellege of knowing. You always had a smile and were always so willing to help. I will miss you!

Dave... it's hard to find words. I know Janelle loves you more than anything and she will forever. You were amazing to her and what you guys had was incredible. I remember you were always happy and smiling and you always had a positive outlook on life. I'll miss hanging out with you and Janelle. Much love.

My family’s thoughts and prayers are with Janelle and Dave's family.

Dave you will be missed! Your family is in my prayers. "What we have once enjoyed, we can never lose. All that we love deeply becomes part of us." Spoken by the great Helen Keller. Dave it was a pleasure to know you!

Dave you will be missed by us all man the world is not the same without you....You were by far the best person i have ever met and best friend i have ever known!. I will never forget you man and everything you taught me about life and how to live it.....I will always do my part for this earth now because of you! R.I.P. Dave!!!

I was heartbroken when I heard the news. You were such a great person, always had a smile on your face. It's been years since I worked at T-Mobile, but I have missed you ever since. Every time I hear DMB, know that my smile is for you.

Oh Dave... My heat is breaking... You are for sure one of the funniest guys I have ever met... You touched my heart and your friendship will always be with me... Thanks for always being that person I could talk to... You have left way to soon but I know the lord has a plan for you... May you rest in peace... Your family and friends are in my prayers

Dave, I know I never told you, but I LOVE YOU! You were such a great friend! You were there everytime I needed you. I Miss you.

Dave,I am a better person from knowing you. You and your family will forever be in my prayers. I miss you so much.

Dave you will be missed, you are a great guy and I'm glad to have known you all these years. Dave Matthews will always remind me of you.

Dave,
I've known you for a short whle at T-Mobile but you touched my hearth. You've left this Earth too soon; you had your all life ahead of you but God wants the good ones.
You'll be forever in my heart.

My thoughts and prayers are with Dave's family. May you find some peace within your memories..

You are in my thoughts and prayers Dave. It was definitely a pleasure to know you. Thank you for everything.