Roger Eugene Crumpton, 72, of Fulton, MO passed into eternal life on 6/18/26 following a brief illness.
He was born on 5/15/54 in St. Joseph, MO to Eugene Claude Crumpton and Lucille Fern White, and graduated from St. Joseph Central High School and Missouri Western State College, where he played football and golf. He later received another degree in criminal justice from Columbia College.
He began his professional career as a deputy for the Buchanan County Sheriff’s Office, then moved to Columbia, MO to work as an officer with the University of Missouri Police Department, where he spent 11 years. He transitioned from law enforcement to facilities and event management for MU, and retired in 2013 as Associate Athletic Director for Facilities and Events, after 34 years of service to the University, where he became an institution and close friend of a series of Athletic Directors, coaches and staff. M-I-Z-Z-O-U
His greatest pride and joy was his family. Through mutual friends, he met Connie Haden in 1984 in Columbia and they married in 1986. He was a devoted husband, father (and golf coach) to Haden Ross and Shannon Alyse, and loving Pap to his three adoring grandkids.
Following his retirement, he spent his days golfing, cooking and taking care of their 20-acre property in rural Fulton.
He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Richard Crumpton. He leaves behind Connie, his wife of nearly 40 years, of Fulton; son Haden Crumpton of Fairway, KS; daughter Shannon Fugate (David) of Lee’s Summit, MO; grandchildren Emmett Crumpton, Vivian Crumpton and Alyce Fugate; sister-in-law Betty Crumpton; brothers-in-law Jay Haden (Ellen) and Jon Haden (Barb); and many loving nieces and nephews.
There will be a celebration of Roger’s life held on Thursday, July 2, 2026, from 5:00 pm through 7:00 pm, at the Columns Cub in the East Tower of the University of Missouri Memorial Football Stadium E Tower Drive, Columbia, Mo 65203. Please access through the Main Gate to the Stadium.
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Such a wonderful man taken too soon. He will be greatly missed. Thank you for being my daughter’s college dad while she was at Mizzou. Love and prayers to Connie, Shannon and Haden. May all the wonderful memories you made as a family help you through this time. RIP Roger….M I Z….
There’s no words but I know his love for each of you. My heart is shattered for you all. I’m praying you feel the love and support, and know God has you tightly wrapped in his arms. Love you!
So, sorry for his loss . Worked with Roger on commencement at the athletic facilities. A joy to work with.
I learned so much from Roger when he took me under his wing as a Senior at Mizzou and gave me the opportunity to work along side him at so many events at the Hearnes Center. I know he will be deeply missed by many.
Roger was a kind and gentle man. He always had a way to make friends smile and laugh. I had the pleasure to meet him over a cup of coffee when he worked for the MU Police Department. RIP, Roger.
My deepest sympathy, Connie. I am keeping you and your family in my prayers. I enjoyed getting to know all of you during our visits to Xanadu. Roger was a great guy and will be missed by all who knew him. Hugs🙏🙏🙏!
My deepest sympathies for Roger’s beautiful family.
Connie,
My deepest sympathy for your loss. Know that you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers
Connie,
My deepest sympathies for your loss. Know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers
Our deepest sympathies from our Xanadu family to yours. We always looked forward to Roger and your family every summer and he was so very proud of his children and grandchildren and the full life he had lived.
My condolences to Connie and family. Very sad news. I worked with Roger for many years. He was fair and honest, and I considered him both a good “boss” and a friend. He will be missed by many including myself.
My deepest sympathies for you and your family! Roger was such a great guy! Hugs, Love and prayers are with you my friend.
Roger was the ultimate “dance dad” for all the dance recitals for Shannon and all the girls and then our biggest fan for Dance Ovations dance company. So many wonderful memories and great times! Our thoughts and prayers and love go out to all of you. He has left such an amazing legacy and positive impact on so many!
All of us at the YMCA of Callaway County will miss his genuine smile. He was a kind man that always addressed us all by name and had a quick comeback whenever we tried to tease him. Pur deepest condolences to all of you.
My deepest sympathies Connie.