Raymond Crews of Samson, AL passed away on Sunday, November 16, 2025, at his home. He was 87 years old.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at Piney Grove Baptist Church with Rev. Donnie Earles and Rev. Alan Marsh officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery with Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home of Geneva, AL directing. The family will receive friends at the church on Wednesday beginning at 10:00 a.m.
Raymond was born in Samson, AL on May 1, 1938, to the late Rayfus and Louise Churchwell Crews. Raymond was a respected businessman in the community, known to everyone for Crews BBQ & GRILL. He was the proud creator of the “McRaymond Hamburger,” a culinary delight that won the hearts and appetites of all who had the pleasure of savoring it. His establishment was more than just a local eatery; it was a gathering place where friendships were cultivated, memories made, and the true flavor of Samson was served. He loved to be outdoors and loved to fish every chance he could.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Glenda Crews; one daughter, Dianne Crews; and one son, Wilmer Lee Crews.
He is survived by three sons, Richard Crews (Felicia) of Samson, AL, Andy Crews (Tina) of Samson, AL, and Keith Crews of Gantt, AL; one daughter, Donna Smith (Wade) of Samson, AL; nine grandchildren, Amanda Reeves (Jeffrey), Christopher Crews (Amber), Emily Holtum (Jacob), Christy Rials (Jo), Chad Crews, Tori Brewer (Jay), Terra Crews, Nikki Linton (Johnathon Golden), and Dusty Smith. His love and lessons will live on in the laughter of his 17 great-grandchildren, Dylan Baker, Allie Rae Crews, Colby Crews, Charlotte Holtum, Elena Holtum, Mary Grace Adams, Andy Rials, Rae-Lynn Crews, Jake Rials, Cooper Crews, Blakely Brewer, Maddie Linton, Mackenzie Linton, Mari Linton, Jaycie, Aubrey and Shelby Golden. His brother, Alfred Crews, with his wife Margaret of Knoxville, Tennessee, also survive him, alongside his special companion, Yolanda Kimble of Dothan, Alabama, and two treasured “fur babies,” Ginger and Stella.
The family extends heartfelt thanks to Gentiva Hospice for the compassionate care provided. We would also like to offer a special thank-you to his granddaughter, Nikki Linton, whose unwavering love, support and attentiveness made his last several months more peaceful and meaningful.
