Samuel Joseph Crowe Jr.

Sam’s presence, especially his warm hugs and big smile, will be deeply missed by all that knew him.

Sam was born in Marietta and was a lifelong resident of Cobb County. He was one of the First 100 Hires of Lockheed in 1951, and had a very successful career there before retiring after forty years.

Sam was a member of Macland Baptist Church and served as a Deacon. He was steadfast in his faith.

He was married to June Durrett Crowe for seventy five years and they shared a deep and abiding love, Sam Had an immense love for his family.

He is survived by his wife, June Durrett Crowe, son, John Crowe (Janet); Daughter, Michele Crowe Peterson (Roger) grandchildren; Eric Crowe, Natalie Morgan (Jason), Jacob Crowe, Lee Owens (Kelly), Don Owens (Shannon) great grandchildren; Ethan Crowe, Hailey Crowe, Jaxson Morgan, Maddox Morgan, Evelyn Owens and Branch Owens.

He was predeceased by his parents, SJ Crowe and Ethel Crowe and son, David Crowe,

Funeral service will be on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at 11 AM in the Historic Chapel of Mayes Ward Dobbins Funeral Home with Dr. Mark Barbour officiating. Interment will follow at Kennesaw Memorial Park.

The family will receive friends between the hour of 10 to 11 AM Saturday at the funeral home.

Those who desire, in lieu of flowers, may make contributions to the American Heart Association, 1101 Northchase Pkwy SE, Ste 1, Marietta, GA 30067 or www.heart.org