Daisy R Crowder

Daisy R Newton Crowder passed away on Sunday, June 23, 2024, at her home surrounded by her sons, David Crowder and Tommy (Angel) Crowder of Newport, and her daughter Charlene Crowder Matthews of Del Rio. Born on May 2, 1939, in Wayne County Michigan, Daisy moved to Cocke County in 1956 following her marriage to Charlie Crowder. She quickly became a part of the community. A faithful member of Grace Baptist Church, she taught Sunday school and loved singing in the choir. Daisy often visited prisoners in the Cocke County Jail, providing them with spiritual guidance and support. Although Daisy started life as a city girl, it didn’t take her long to adjust and thrive in Del Rio, Tennessee. She churned milk to make her own butter, and learned to can and preserve produce she grew in her garden. She was also a wonderful cook and baker. Daisy was one of the first women to join The Kiwanis Club of Newport and served as its president 2008-2009. She also served as president of Cocke County Republican Party and met President George W. Bush. Her photograph appeared on the front page of the New York Times in 1997 and she was quoted in two articles related to the burden inheritance taxes place on families. Tennessee Governor Sundquist appointed Daisy as an Honorary Tennessee Colonel Aide -de-Camp, and she was recognized as the 1999 Tennessee Statesman of the Year for the First Congressional District. She was a Board Member for Leadership Cocke County, and received numerous awards and certificates in appreciation of her dedication to the causes she loved – her church, her community and her country. Daisy was a loving wife, devoted mother and loyal friend. She was humble, kind and gentle, strong and resilient, and always the most beautiful flower in the garden. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles James Crowder; her son, Billy Dale Crowder; her parents, George and Roena Newton; and her stepson, Charles Wayne Crowder. She is survived by her children, David Crowder and Tommy (Angel) Crowder of Newport and Charlene Crowder Matthews of Del Rio; her grandchildren, Riane and Taylor Crowder; great grandchildren, Riley and Kendall White, Kamari Crowder and Henley Smith; brothers, Roger T Newton, George Michael (Carol) Newton; sisters, Geneta Parsell, Marjorie Lunsford; and very special friend, Tip Brown. The family would like to thank Smoky Mountain Home Health and Hospice, Charlie Grooms and Kim Fields for all their help and support during our mom's lengthy illness. The family will receive friends 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at Manes Funeral Home. The Funeral Service will follow at 7 p.m. in the Manes Funeral Home Chapel. The burial will be 10 a.m. Thursday, June 27, 2024 in the Crowder Family Cemetery. The funeral procession will leave Manes Funeral Home at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday to meet at the cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Newport Animal Shelter. Family and friends may sign the guest register online at www.manesfuneralhome.com. Arrangements with Manes Funeral Home.

Daisy R Crowder

May 2, 1939 - June 23, 2024