Eldon D. Crouse Sr. Blaine 63. Passed away Thursday, Feb. 9. 2012, surrounded by his family at his home. He was born in Mars Hill, the son of Wellington and Kathleen (Shaw) Crouse Sr.. Eldon grew up in Blaine and was drafted in the US Army in Dec. 1967. He served in Vietnam as crew chief in the US Army 1st Calvary 227 Aviation Battalion, and was decorated for bravery. After his discharge he returned home and became the Blaine road commissioner for 38 years. Eldon spent many nights out plowing and keeping the roads safe for people to travel. He was well known in the town for being able to fix any problem that may arise with the equipment. Eldon was very civic minded and was the town of Blaine fire warden for many years, was a volunteer firefighter for the town of Mars Hill for 27 years, as well as a member of American Legion William Cousins Post No.118. He loved outdoor activities, such as operating his potato stand, going to camp in Chapman, four wheeling, hunting and fishing, especially when he could share them with his grandchildren. He could always be counted on for a good story, and will be greatly missed by his many family and friends. In addition to his mother, Kathleen of Mars Hill, he is survived by his wife of 41 years, Sharon (Bolster) Crouse of Blaine, 2 sons, Eldon "Ed" Crouse Jr. and his wife Heather of Hermon, and Matthew Crouse and his wife Amanda of Blaine. Four grandchildren, Jenna and Bryanne Crouse and Hunter and Madison Crouse. Two brothers, Calvin Crouse Sr. and his wife Nonie and Wellington "Jake" Crouse and his wife Renae, all of Robinson, three sisters, Bonnie Saucier and her husband Jerry of Presque Isle, Kathy Allen and her husband Derek of Mars Hill and Patty Christmas and her husband David of South Carolina. A sister in law, Myrna Bolster of Bangor, a brother in law, Bryan Bolster of North Carolina, as well as several nieces and nephews. Interment at Tapley Cemetery.