Eldon Ray Croucher

Eldon Ray Croucher, 71, of Osage City, Kansas, passed away on Monday, March 13, 2023 at St. Francis Hospital in Topeka, KS.

Eldon was born on July 2, 1951 in Emporia, KS to Kenneth Leon and Delpha Maye Butterfield Croucher. He grew up in Osage City, KS, graduating from Osage City High School in 1969.

Eldon was truly a jack-of-all trades, working in several fields throughout his life, including farming, law enforcement, commercial driving, and construction. Eldon’s proudest position he worked in, however, was serving in the United States Army, from which he retired from as Master Sergeant in 2011. He was proud to be a veteran and his country and family were two of the most important parts of his life. The best things in life were also the simplest.

Preceding Eldon in death are his parents, Kenneth and Delpha Croucher; and one sister, Lynda Caldwell.

He is survived by his brothers, Donald Croucher and James Croucher, as well as by several nieces, nephews, and extended family members.

A visitation will be held at VanArsdale Funeral Chapel (Osage City, KS) Wednesday, March 29, 2023 from 6:30 – 7:30 PM. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM, Thursday, March 30, 2023, also at VanArsdale Funeral Chapel. Private burial will take place following services, where Eldon will be laid to rest on his family farm.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent for B&C Equine Rescue c/o VanArsdale Funeral Chapel, 107 N. 6th St, Osage City, KS 66523.