Jeffery "Jeff" Michael Crouse

Jeffery “Jeff” Michael Crouse passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends on November 27, 2025. Jeff was born in Waterloo, Iowa on July 9, 1970 to Michael and Carol Crouse. The family moved to Des Moines and he grew up on the east side along with his brother Todd. Jeff graduated from East High School in addition to being involved in cross country and wrestling during his time there. He went on to attend Wartburg College and worked a number of jobs throughout his career. The most important, being Principal Financial in which during his time there, he met his wife and best friend Sue. In 2002, they would marry and went on to help raise and love her children as his own; Zane, Hannah, and Chloe.

Jeff’s legacy is one of laughter with just enough chaos to make those around him smile. His family cherishes him through many fond memories. Memories include breaking a window while the house keys were in his coat pocket, finding a way to slip once a holiday, never backing down when it comes to a costume party, and countless other memories as well.

Family is everything when it comes to Jeff. He took great interest in sports and activities his children were involved in and never missed attending school activities. The family recalls many game nights and family vacations with Jeff that always involved him making everyone smile. Jeff cherished the introduction of dogs into the family starting with the family dogs Tucker and Sheldon, eventually leading to the dogs of his children, Bumper, Copper, and Lincoln. The dogs always looked forward to seeing grandpa. Jeff also cherished the arrival of his grandson Spencer, visiting him in the NICU before he came home then eventually watching him for the night later on.

Jeff was preceded in death by his grandparents, Raymond (Marlys) Reams and Archie (Mabel) Crouse, and his father, Michael. He is survived by his wife Sue, his mother Carol, his brother Todd (Steffany), his niece CC, his son Zane, his daughters Chloe (AJ), Hannah (Christopher), and Kelsey, his grandson Spencer, his grand pups Bumper, Copper, and Lincoln, and his grand kittens Nimbus and Gigi.

In respect of Jeff’s wishes, he will be cremated. The family will plan a celebration of life at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be directed to The Vyne Ministries, 118 Center Ave., N., Mitchellville, Iowa 50169, in loving memory of Jeff.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hamiltonsfuneralhome.com

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