Paul William Crabtree, 61, Gerald, passed away Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at Mercy Hospital in Washington.
He was born Sept. 15, 1964, to Vernon Phelps and Shirley Smith-Crabtree in Rolla.
He was united in marriage to Tanya Kleekamp Nov. 4, 2017, in Owensville.
Paul was employed at Woody Bogler Trucking Co as an end dump driver for over 20 years.
He enjoyed hunting and trout fishing, spending time with his family and friends. Also, loved to bake and was known for his famous cheesecakes.
Paul was a man of many words, always full of jokes to make others laugh. Under his tough exterior he was actually a big softie. Very protective and loyal to his loved ones and would help anyone in need as he knew no stranger.
Paul will be greatly missed by many.
He was preceded in death by mother, Shirley; and sister, Sharon.
Paul is survived by wife, Tanya of the home; father, Vernon of Rolla; mother-in-law, Carolyn Whitaker and husband Dan of Salem; sons, David Crabtree of Rolla and Christian Longseth and special friend Anna of Gerald; daughters, Heather, Haily and Sierra; his grandchildren; brothers, Ronnie Crabtree and wife Debbie of St. James and Larry Bell of Nampa, Idaho; sisters, Judy Shafferkoetter and husband Jack of Springfield and Patty Taylor and husband David of Rolla; brother-in-law, Adam Kleekamp and wife Laura of Gerald; and many other family and friends.
Memorial visitation will be held from 3 until 6 p.m., Saturday, May 2, at Gottenstroeter Funeral Home in Owensville.
Arrangements entrusted to Gottenstroeter Funeral Home in Owensville.
