John Deese Crump

“Shampoo”

Carolina wildlife rejoiced today at the passing of their nemesis John D. Crump. The great hunter was famous for once shooting a 2000 pound, one horned deer. He will be unable to defend his title as the undisputed checkers champion of Pineville. The alleged “Mayor of Pineville” also once captured a trophy bobcat with just a mere car tire. The secret formula of the Gasoline Burger was not found among his belongings.

John Deese Crump, age 74, of Charlotte passed away Monday, September 9, 2013 at CMC Pineville.

He was born April 6, 1939 in Pineville, North Carolina the son of the late Horace F. Crump, Sr. and Lillie Mae Deese Crump. He is preceded in death by brothers, Horace F. Crump, Jr., Cecil Crump, Vernon Crump and Bill Crump; and a sister, Betty Crump Bass.

John enjoyed many hobbies including hunting, fishing, golf, telling tall tales and growing his famous tomatoes for all to enjoy. Above all he was devoted to his family and loved spending time with them.

Surviving are his loving wife, Bobbie Crump; sons Eric Crump (Catherine), Michael Crump (Noah) and Joe Crump (Sara); daughters, Renee Crump Edgemon (Dennis) and Becky Crump; stepchildren, Pat Emory (Jim), Susan Davis (Jeff), Dale Davis (Cynthia), and Kenny Davis (Patty); grandchildren, Beth, Connie, Justin, Tracy, Dar, Charlie, Donovan, Brandy, Nicholas and Jackson; great grandchild, Aaron; brother, Bruce Crump; sister, Barbara Ann Crump Sanders; 9 step grandchildren; 9 step great grandchildren; canine companion Barney; and numerous other loving family members.

A celebration of life will be held 11:00 AM Thursday, September 12, 2013 at McEwen Funeral Service, 5716 Monroe Road, Charlotte, NC 28212. Interment will follow in Sharon Memorial Park Cemetery.

The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

Condolences and notes of sympathy at www.McEwenfs.com.