David John Crabtree
12/26/1956 - 8/16/2011

David John Crabtree Sr., passed away on August 16, 2011, in Lake Jackson, Texas. A native of Baton Rouge, David was 54 and a Senior Project Manager for Performance Contractors in Lake Jackson.

David is survived by his devoted wife and best friend of 25 years, Cherie Brassett Crabtree; his son, David John Crabtree Jr.; and daughter, Joanna Elizabeth Crabtree, of Lake Jackson; and daughter, April Crabtree Blanchard, of Baton Rouge; father William O. Crabtree Sr., of Baton Rouge; brother, William O. Crabtree Jr., of Baton Rouge; sister, Hellon Crabtree Thompson and husband, Michael, of Baton Rouge; and sister, Maurine Crabtree David and husband, Emmett, also of Baton Rouge; and Summer, his beloved Golden Retriever.

A graduate of Broadmoor High School in 1974, David attended Louisiana Tech University and began his career operating his own residential construction business. During his 25 years with Performance Contractors, David was instrumental in developing and managing Performance's Texas Division in Houston and Lake Jackson.

An avid golfer and LSU fan, David was a devoted and loving husband and father. His children were his pride and joy. David's energy and never-ending smile and sense of humor will forever be missed by his family, co-workers and friends.

David was preceded in death by his mother, Elizabeth Woodlief Crabtree; paternal grandparents, Ruth Jones Crabtree and John Henry Crabtree Sr.; and maternal grandparents, Rancher W. Woodlief and Ethel O'Neal Woodlief.

A memorial service will be held in Lake Jackson on Thursday, August 18, 2011, at 6:00 p.m. at Chapelwood United Methodist Church. A visitation will be held 1 hour before and after the service. A memorial service and burial will be held in Baton Rouge, LA. Arrangements pending.

In lieu of flowers, please make memorial donations to your local Boys & Girls Club.

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