AUSTINTOWN – Richard E. "Dick" Crozier, 86, passed away early Sunday morning, November 24, 2024, at St. Mary's Alzheimer's Center.

Richard was born August 28, 1938, in Youngstown, a son of the late Earl and Mildred "Betty" Scott Crozier. Dick lived in the Youngstown area for most of his life and proudly graduated from Chaney High School with the Class of 1956 and honorably served his country in the United States Army.

Professionally, Dick built a successful career in industrial sales and engineering, working with dedication and skill at Bliss Manufacturing in Salem and later at Wean United in Austintown before retiring.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Dick was an avid tennis player and skier, he found joy in the great outdoors and cherished the moments spent with his loved ones. His love for his family was at the core of who he was, and his time with them brought him the greatest happiness.

Richard is survived by his beloved wife of 63 years, Barbara Terlecky Crozier; his two sons, Thomas (Kimmie) Crozier of Lordstown and Richard (Mary Beth) Crozier of Brookfield; five grandchildren, Tyler, Derrick, Carmella, Dillon and Dallas Crozier; two great grandchildren, Sam and Ameera Crozier; three sisters, Jean Mastrovasalis of Youngstown, Carol Kreich of Austintown and Terri (Jack) Glenellen of Austintown; a sister-in-law, Geri Kaster of Boardman and nieces, Debbie Fulton (John Evans) and their family and Shanna (Brian) Laraway and their family.

Dick will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Besides his parents, Dick was preceded in death by his father and mother -in-law, John and Anne Terlecky; brothers-in-law, Tom Kreich and Dave Kaster and nephews, Shawn Kreich, Jody Kreich and Matt Glenellen.

Family and friends are invited to pay their respects from 10 to 11 a.m. on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at Kinnick Funeral Home, 477 N. Meridian Rd., Youngstown, where a memorial service will follow at 11 a.m.

Entombment will take place at Calvary Cemetery in Youngstown.

In lieu of flowers, Dick's family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Alzheimer Network 4214 Market St. Boardman, OH 44512.