Pastor Erbie Lee Crowell, Sr. Obituary in Phenix City at Taylor Funeral Home, Inc

Obituary For Pastor Erbie Lee Crowell, Sr.

Pastor Erbie Lee Crowell, Sr., 71, of Phenix City, AL passed Thursday, April 13, 2023 in Columbus, GA. Funeral service will be 12 noon EST, Saturday, April 22, 2023 in the C.T. Chapel of Taylor Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Sunset Memorial Gardens, Phenix City, AL. Visitation is Friday, April 21, 2023 from 2-5 p.m. EST. Pastor Erbie Lee Crowell, Sr. "Little Man" was born December 15, 1951 in Seale, AL to the late Lucious, Sr. and Mary Jane Crowell. He was a devoted Pastor, Husband, Father, Grandfather, Brother, Uncle, Nephew, Cousin and Friend.

Pastor Crowell founded Resurrection Full Gospel Baptist Church in 2001 and served faithfully as their Pastor until his untimely passing. He absolutely loved his "RFGBC Family" and was loved by them as well. His God-given sermons and teachings won many souls to Christ and the anointing of God worked through him to help heal many. Pastor Crowell enjoying, preaching, teaching, and singing for the Lord often times being called the "Singing Preacher".

Pastor Crowell was officially licensed in February 2000 by Pastor Henry Hatchett and in April of 2001, he received his Certificate of Ordination. He later received his Certificate of Merit in Bible Interpretation, Certificate of Merit in Charismatic Truths and Certificate of Merit in Christology from Rhema Correspondence Bible School.

Pastor Crowell had a big heart for his family. His giant smile and quick humor was the life of every party. He was an avid Alabama Crimson Tide College Football fan, Atlanta Braves Baseball fan, and Atlanta Falcons football fan. He enjoyed fishing, landscaping and gardening.

Pastor Crowell was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Lazarus Lindon Crowell, Willie James Crowell, Lucious Crowell, II and sister, Mary Allen.

He leaves to cherish his memories, a devoted wife of 51 years, Diane Crowell; two sons, Erbie L., Jr. (Katesia) Crowell and Kereen Crowell; one daughter, Tamicka (Menzie, III) Caldwell; nine grandchildren, Trenton J. Thomas, C. Taya Thomas, Kambry'n K. Crowell, Kaeden J. Crowell, Alaina M. Holloway, Kaleb K. Crowell, Braelyn Z. Crowell, Kolbri L. Crowell and Carter L. Crowell; two bonus grandchildren, Deadreon Lakes and Makiah Caldwell; two brothers, Johnny (Katie) Crowell and Jessie (Falichia) Crowell; two sisters, Flora Allen and Min. Princess (Eddie) Williams; the entire Resurrection Full Gospel Baptist Church Family along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws, other relatives and friends.

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Our Hearts Are Heavy. We are praying for strength and comfort for Rev's Family.He Is Missed Immensely . The Cunningham Family ... We Love You All

Julie Hicks

Sending Prayers and Condolences To Pastor Crowell Family and Church Family. Love lulu..Coko

I'm so sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you all🙏🏾. Shawn Jones

Sending Prayers and Condolences To Pastor Crowell Family and Church Family.

So sorry to hear of the untimely passing of Pastor Crowell. I feel blessed to have worked with him in his quest to fulfill the vision for his church and its members. As a financial partner, I experienced first hand, his dedication to God's work. I will continue to pray for his precious family.

Leonard and Ellen Boyd

I ask that the family, friends and the members of the Resurrection Church accept our most sincere condolences... And may you find comfort in the Word of God.

You will truly be missed Pastor Thanks for always checking on me you was always about teaching God's word it was left up to us to take it in you told us don't just be hearers of the word but be doers of the word RIP Pastor comfort to my family ♥ Tess

We areso sorry to hear of your loss. Wishing you peace during this difficult time. Pastor George & Lady Louise P. Cofield

My Pastor I Will Never Forget You .You Taught me how to become a better Christian for God .The Last Words u left with me ..Duke ..I'm proud of u ..I said why.He said u hanging in there Dap..I just smiled and said thank u Pastor.You was the glue Pastor.I will miss u ..May your love for God Continue to carry on Through your family of God..RIP

Condolence to the family of Pastor Erbie Lee Crowell, Sr. and the "RFGBC Family". May God strengthen and cover you all during this time and the days to come. TMAJackson

Pastor P. D.and Lady Barbara Johnson our hearts was sadness when we heard about the passing of your love one.What we remember about Pastor Crowell Sr.He had a strong driven spirit for God's work and He loved God's people .He will truly be missed .R.I.P

We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your love one.. Our deepest sympathy and prayer goes up for the family. Weeping may endure for a night but joy cometh in the morning. Rest in peace Pastor Erbie Lee Crowell, Sr.
Billy and Ann Porter, Columbus, Georgia

Sorry to hear about the lost of your love one praying for the family Arthur Beasley

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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