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Greg Crocker

Profile Updated: October 16, 2022
Residing In:
Fresno, CA USA
Spouse/Partner:
Kay Koopmans Crocker
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Sr. Pastor of Crosspointe Church- Still working!
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Scott 1978, Jeff 1980, Kristy 1982 - We lost our son Jeff to an infection he picked up from the hospital More…in 2006, Jeff was only 25.

Our son Scott has aspergers and OCD. A slight form of autism. We lost our son Scott on December 1, 2016 just short of his 39th birthday. The good news is we will see our boys again in God’s kingdom.

Our daughter Kristy lives 3 miles from us and has 4 children.
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I grew up in Watsonville, CA. My dad owned the local “Pronto Pup” drive-in. (Later the A&W Drive-in Freedom, CA) This was also the cruise hangout for teenagers in the 60's. On the weekends the guys in their “cool cars” would cruise in and out of the parking lot. Remember curb service? Roll down your window and the car hop would hang your tray of burgers and soda’s on your window. Later, dad opened the A&W drive-in and this became the next hangout. In those days there were no McDonalds, Burger Kings, or Taco Bells.

Our family spent lots of time together at Pinto Lake located only a few miles from our house. My dad loved driving his hot-rod boats and mother along with my two older brothers grew up water-skiing. Every year we looked forward to camping trips to Lake Shasta in Northern California. What great memories, visiting Shasta Dam, skiing up the Sacramento, Pit and McCloud rivers, camping on the lake and waiting for the bears to show up in the late hours of the night.

In 1958 when I was eleven my parents along with my two older brothers (Dick and Ted) went to a conference at Mount Herman to hear Billy Graham. My parents (Dick and Lurene) and my two older brothers all accepted Christ into our lives that summer day. That day, God forgave our sins and freely gave our family, never-ending life. A few years later at Hume Lake Camp, I gave my life to God to use in full-time Christian work. Once I took the call, my life was changed forever.

Road cycling. I rode a century last year (2012) and usually average 100 miles a week.

A Married Guy...

Kay and I met at a bible study I was leading. Three years later I married this cute Christ-like girl on June 16, 1972. God gave us three children, Scott, Jeff and Kristy. Jeff went to his home to heaven in January of 2006. We praise God for the promise that we will see our son again! Kay and I have served the Lord for 30 years. We began serving young people: Jr. High, High School and College. I have pastored four churches, one in Nevada and three in California.

Something of Interest

I water-skied professionally for Marine world and Sea World of Ohio back in the 70's.

Check out our family website: www.gregcrocker.org

Education

Doctor of Theology, Andersonville Theological Seminary, Camilla Georgia - 2004
Master of Biblical Studies, Andersonville Theological Seminary, Camilla Georgia - 2002
Master of Arts, Multnomah Biblical Seminary, Portland, Oregon – 1980
Bachelor of Arts, Biblical Literature & Christian Education, Simpson University – 1977
Evangelical Free Church Ordination – 1986
Evangelical Free Church license – 1983

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I water-skied a lot growing up and through my HS years. I later water-skied professionally at Marine World Africa USA in Redwood City and later at Sea World of Ohio.

My HS years I struggled with ADHD, however doctors didn't have a name for it then. So HS was really a struggle when it came to focusing on studies. I later did quite well in College and seminary and made the honor rolls. I went on to get a Masters Degree in Bible and a Doctorate in Theology.

What do you do for fun?

At 72, cycling to try to keep fit, reading and studying. Come visit www.crosspointechurch.net

I'm enjoying reading about the old days at Watsonville HS. Unfortunately, the kids I knew really well have already passed on. Thanks Bill for keeping their site alive

Who was your favorite High School teacher? Why?

I’m hoping they don’t remember me haha

What was your favorite event during your years at WUHS?

Dating. About it, Pretty sad, huh?

Kay Koopmans Crocker and I have been married 48 years as of June 16, 2020

Who were your best friends in High School?

Gregg Trier, Jim Gouker, Richard Saulovich (sp) and I got pretty close and I have run into Richard in Fresno. He actually attended my church in Sanger several years ago.

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On our bike ride this morning I asked my wife Kay if she’d like to go to the 60th class reunion she said sure depending on what date it is. Now that I’m retired it would be fun to meet up with my old friends from Watsonville. can you let me know that date of the reunion? God bless you all Greg.

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1975: gift from students at Lincoln University where I was teaching in the ROTC Department and teaching martial arts 14 hours a week to local kids. Local artist named Wilson did the drawing (wouldn't fit in my scanner). Lincoln is one of the Land Grant Universities founded by black Civil War Veterans; most of my students were minorities from East St. Louis and places like that and were educationally disadvantaged to say the least, but kids are kids. I had a great time and maybe helped some young people out along the way.
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Intelligence product provided by the Kuwaiti Military Resistance from inside occupied Kuwait, before the start of the ground war.
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1975: gift from students at Lincoln University where I was teaching in the ROTC Department and teaching martial arts 14 hours a week to local kids. Local artist named Wilson did the drawing (wouldn't fit in my scanner). Lincoln is one of the Land Grant Universities founded by black Civil War Veterans; most of my students were minorities from East St. Louis and places like that and were educationally disadvantaged to say the least, but kids are kids. I had a great time and maybe helped some young people out along the way.
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On the occasion of my 69th birthday. Full regalia for , in all likelihood, the last (next to last?) time. The Vets will know that putting this rig together is a pain in the butt. Regards to the WUHS class of 1965. (Notice it still fits 16 years after retirement, amazing)
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Desert Storm Kuwait 1991
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Greg and Kay (Koopmans) Crocker hiking at Shaver Lake (Dinky Creek) October 15 with friends. I turned 75 this July and decided to retire from pastoring for almost 50 years. Kay retired from a long career teaching elementary students this year too. God bless all of you and your families. Thank you Bill for keeping the site going. I enjoy seeing what everyones doing these days, maybe now I can make the next reunion.

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Married 45 years!!!
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Having fun with three of the grandkids and our church sr. group at Roger Rocka's!!!
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Crocker Brothers~ Dick, Ted and Greg.
Posted: Jun 12, 2016 at 10:22 AM
Thinking of our 44th coming June 16. It's a high-water mark for us. I vividly remember our wedding day and that little girl walking up the isle towards me. What a memory. God has blessed us over the years. Love you KK. Happy Anniversary!!
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Grandson Trevor at a track meet with grandma and grandpa Crocker
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