JOE BOB JONES

Bobby Bryan Crenshaw July 22, 1943 – February 1, 2026

Bobby Bryan Crenshaw was born on July 22, 1943, in Monroe, North Carolina. He lived most of his life in Morgan Township, Rock Creek, Ohio. Bob passed at the age of 82 on February 1, 2026, in Rotunda West, Florida, where he and his wife spent their winters. He lived a life defined by hard work, devotion to family & a deep love for the simple joys that made life meaningful.

Bob was preceded in death by his parents, John and Ruby Crenshaw; brothers Tom Marshall, John Crenshaw Jr. & Keith Crenshaw; parents in-law, Lewis & Thelma Brady; brothers in-law, Darrell & Merritt “Mike” Brady; sister in-law, Beverly Jones; granddaughter, Ashley Berdine.

He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Thelma Brady Crenshaw; sister in-law, Barb Soltese (Keith Soltese); sons, Robert Crenshaw (Vera Kitchen), John Crenshaw, Jeffery Crenshaw (Michelle Justice Crenshaw) & Michael Crenshaw (Trina Severino).

Bob was a proud & devoted grandfather to Samantha Alderman (Doug Alderman), Robert Berdine, Brady Olsen, Haley Severino, Cady Crenshaw & Ryan Crenshaw. A cherished great-grandfather to Evelynn & Bryett Berdine, Aiden Hysell & Zander Alderman.

He cherished his many nieces & nephews, enjoying their time together.

Bob loved racing & working on classic cars, especially his cherished Chevy, “The Joker.” He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting & fishing. He never missed a good Western, John Wayne being his favorite. He had a deep appreciation for classic country music & enjoyed playing the guitar. Bob loved working with his hands & had a rare gift for fixing & rebuilding anything. “Bumps” had a great sense of humor, loved telling jokes, teasing those he cared about & making people laugh. His laughter, stories, and one-liners will be missed.

Known by many as the hardest working man they ever met, Bob took pride in providing for his family & doing things the right way. His work ethic, strength, sense of humor & generous spirit will always be remembered.

Bob will be deeply missed and forever loved by all who knew him.

Calling Hours: Thursday February 12th from 6:00-9:00 at Fleming & Billman Funeral Home, 49 W Jefferson St, Jefferson, OH 44047. The family thanks you for donations in lieu of flowers.

Viewing & Burial: Friday February 13th, Viewing in the Rock Creek Union Cemetery Chapel, 3203 Stiles Ave, Rock Creek, OH 44084, from 12:00-1:00, Service start in Chapel at 1:00; burial directly after the services.

Funeral Luncheon: February 13th after all services. Morgan Hose Volunteer Fire Department 3033 E Water St, Rock Creek, OH 44084