James Frederick Crowder, Jr.

James Frederick Crowder, Jr., age 91, passed away peacefully at his home in New Orleans, Louisiana, on Saturday, June 12, 2021. Mr. Crowder was born on March 3, 1930 in Ruston, Louisiana, to the late James Frederick Crowder and Frances Brooks Crowder, both of Ruston.

Mr. Crowder was preceded in death by his parents, and his sister, Harriet Leake. He is survived by his wife, Stephanie Haney Crowder of New Orleans, Louisiana; and his three children, Debra Crowder Green of Shreveport, Louisiana, Rita Crowder Frizzell of Bossier City, Louisiana, and James Steven Crowder of New Orleans, Louisiana. He is also survived by his five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

James was a graduate of Louisiana Tech University, where he received his Bachelor of Science degree in history. He was a businessman and entrepreneur, who came to New Orleans in the late 1970’s. He was founder and president of Delta Com., Inc., which later became Delta Com Services and Delta Data, with locations in two states. He took great pride in the creation and expansion of these businesses that was shared with family and employees.

Mr. Crowder held past memberships in organizations, including the Petroleum Club, Bienville Club, Shreveport Club, Board of Directors, Century Bank, and La Confrerie des Chevaliers du Tastevin of Shreveport. He was also a past member of St. Mark’s Cathedral, Trinity Episcopal Church, and Rayne Memorial United Methodist Church.

Mr. Crowder was an avid reader of political history. He was also a collector of fine wines, which he shared enthusiastically with friends, family, and employees. He often traveled to wine regions in California and France, beginning in the 1970’s.

The family wishes to thank the employees of Hospice Specialists of Lou¬isiana and Best Care for the kindness and respect.

A graveside service will be held on Thursday, June 24, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. at Greenwood Cemetery in Ruston, Louisiana, with Rev. Frank Hughes of the Episcopal Church of the Redeemer officiating.

Pallbearers are Jeffrey R. Bruner, Larry G. Frizzell, M. Brandon Green, Kevin J. Gullatt, W.K. Hoffoss and Manuel J. Taormina. Honorary Pallbearers are J. Patrick Leake, Richard H. Lucas, Kelly L. Meadows and Caleb A. Green.

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