01/15/2026
KEVIN E. CRUTCHLEY
Kevin Eugene Crutchley, age 69, of Mattoon passed away on January 13, 2026 at his residence.
Memorial services honoring his life will take place at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 22, 2026 at Schilling Funeral Home with Pastor Ron Dickinson officiating. Visitation for family and friends will be held from 4:00 p.m. until the time of the service on Thursday at the funeral home.
Kevin was born on December 24, 1956 in Wood River, Illinois the son of Ralph Eldon Crutchley and Mary Suzanne (Tucker) Brazier.
Survivors include his life partner, Lori Frazee; sister, Vickie Crutchley (Rodney) Schmidt; children, Adam (Maria) Crutchley, Paige (Matthew) Clayton, Sara Welch, Jacqueline Wrigley, Jason Crutchley and Jamie Crutchley; granddaughters, Violet Clayton, Sage Clayton and Mina Crutchley; grandsons, Grayson Crutchley; stepchildren, Michael Frazee, Nicole Frazee Wills; nephew, Dustin Schmidt; niece, Summer Schmidt Bartunek; several step-grandchildren, and dog, Stella. Kevin was preceded in death by his parents and grandson, Forrest Crutchley.
Kevin proudly served in the United States Army as a unit and organization supply specialist and armorer. He worked for many years as a manager at Casey’s, worked as a truck driver, and most recently as a breakfast attendant at Comfort Suites. Music was a lifelong passion, and Kevin enjoyed singing, performing in bands, and sharing his love of music throughout the St. Louis and central Illinois areas. He also loved camping, watching Illini basketball, Cardinals baseball, and Blues hockey. He also loved spending time with animals, especially his beloved dog, Stella. Most of all, Kevin treasured the 16 years he shared with his life partner, Lori, and the deep love they had for one another. He will be greatly missed by all those who knew and loved him.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.schillingfuneralhome.net or Schilling Funeral Home’s page.