Louis Alvin “Papa” Crowder

Louis Alvin “Papa” Crowder, 87, of Greensboro, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, November 14, 2026.

A graveside service will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, November 21, 2026, at Dan River Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery with Pastor Jimmy Hardy officiating. The family will receive friends prior to the service, beginning at 12:30 PM at Wilkerson Funeral Home.

Alvin was born in Rockingham County to the late Claude Jefferson Crowder and Roxie Foster Crowder. He loved the Lord and treasured the time he spent with his family. He had a love for music and enjoyed woodworking and building things with his hands. He took great pride in his projects and found satisfaction in creating something from start to finish. The things he lovingly crafted with his own hands will continue to be treasured by his family for years to come.

In addition to his parents, Alvin was preceded in death by his daughter, Karen Annette Crowder; brother, Mike Crowder; and sister, Carol Crowder Tugwell.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 44 years, Myra "Zell" Mitchell Crowder whom he adored; Barry Crowder and wife Carolyn of Reidsville; Anthony Crowder and wife Tracy of Reidsville; Dwayne Thompson and wife Shari of Stokesdale; Karen Harper and husband John of Stokesdale; sister-in-law, Linda Crowder of Pelham; eight grandchildren, Crystal Crowder, Lincoln Thompson, Hayley Rhew, Jenifer Manuel, Christian Rhew, Faith Harper, Grace Harper, and Daniel Crowder; and four great-grandchildren, Gunnar Thompson, Piper Manuel, Elijah Rhew, and Pierson Rhew.

The family asks that you consider making a memorial contribution to Alzheimer's research or to Alvin's home church, Grace Baptist Church, 2008 Fairfax Road, Greensboro, NC 27407.