Obituary of Michael Richard Crowther

It is with profound sadness that the family of Michael Richard Crowther announces his passing at the Dr. Everett Chalmers Hospital in Fredericton at the age of 79 years. Born in Halifax, Nova Scotia, on May 3, 1942, he was the son of the late Rev. George Llewelyn and Pearl Iris (Clapham) Crowther. Michael leaves behind his beautiful wife of 56 years, Joan Ann (Miller) Crowther who cared for him until his last breath. They were soulmates since childhood, and they loved each other with incredible passion. Michael is survived by his three children whom he loved dearly, Mark (Janet) Crowther of Ottawa, Darren (Laurie) Crowther of Fredericton, and Kara (Blair) Gauthier of Halifax. Michael also loved his grandchildren Colin (Ashley), Lauren (Kendall), Brianne (Brandon), Katelyn, Sophia, Charles, Brandon, Carter and Myles. Michael will be missed by his brothers, Gregory of Fredericton, Gary (Priscilla) of Halifax, and Peter (Sharon) of Fredericton. Also surviving are several nieces and nephews, and an exceptionally close circle of friends whom he also considered as family. Michael spent his formative years in Salmon Beach and Bathurst, New Brunswick. In 1962, he graduated from the Moncton Institute of Technology and commenced working as a manager in the financial industry. In 1967, Michael and Joan moved to Fredericton where he was then appointed as an Executive Officer with the Province of New Brunswick. He served fervently for 34 years with the Departments of Provincial Secretary, Justice and Transportation. Michael won a number of prestigious National and International awards for his professional work, together with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) and other NB Law Enforcement agencies promoting Highway Safety, especially in the areas of collision avoidance and the use of occupant restraints to save lives. Michael was also successful as an owner in the power sports and recreational business. Michael was very involved in his community having received awards of recognition from Scouts Canada, and from the United Church of Canada where he served as a respected member and as an Elder. Michael was also belonged to the Ancient Free and Accepted Masons. He was an avid boater, car enthusiast and he and Joan travelled frequently to enjoy their summer home in Salmon Beach, and then Daytona Beach during the winter months. Michael was an incredibly devoted husband and father. That unbridled passion, his generosity towards others, his unwavering loyalty, and his steadfast and resolute love for family, both as servant, and as our leader will remain invested in all of us forever. His challenges these last few years with Parkinson’s has been very difficult. What remains however, is the beautiful comfort we have in knowing he loved us all unequivocally. Our family would like to express our personal gratitude to the staff of the Dr. Everett Chalmers Hospital in Fredericton for the palliative care. Donations in Michael’s memory may be made to Parkinson’s Canada in support of research. The Funeral Service will be held on Monday, July 26th, 2021 at 2:00 PM in St. Paul’s United with Rev. Michelle Armstrong officiating and The Ven. Wandlyn Snelgrove assisting. Due to the current health protocols, please contact McAdam’s Funeral Home at (506)458-9170 or by email at mcadams@mcadamsfh.com to register your attendance at the service.