Ralph Crotts, 93, passed away peacefully on the morning of August 17, 2023. Born March 20,1930 in Cleveland County, NC, Ralph was the eldest child of the late Walter and Grace Jenkins Crotts.

A Polkville High School and Columbia Commercial College graduate, he served 11 years in the Army Reserves. He was a successful sales and Marketing Manager for Railroad, trucking and Industrial Sales Companies.

He is survived by sons, Ed Crotts (Susan) of Forest City, NC, Gary Crotts (Mackie) of Chesnee, SC and Rick Crotts (Judy) of Shelby, NC; daughter, Nancy Eaker (Michael) of Bessemer City, NC; 12 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren.

He was also predeceased by his wife of 69 years, Jean Owen Crotts; brother, Gene Crotts; sister, Betty Ledford.

A Memorial Service was held at Sandy Plains Baptist Church with Pastor Ed Crotts and brothers Gary and Rick Crotts officiating.

Memorial gifts may be made to the Church Cemetery Fund, 2112 New House Road., Shelby 28150 or the Greenville Shiner's Hospital.

Robert Morgan Funeral and Cremation Services, LLC is honored to serve the Crotts Family. Memorial tributes may be made at www.rsmorganfsl.com.