Dr. Timothy "Tim" Eugene" Crocker

Dr. Timothy “Tim” Eugene Crocker 82, went to be with his Lord and Savior, Sunday, July 19, 2026. Tim was the loving husband, of more than 50 years, to the late Linda Mitchell Crocker.

Dr. Crocker was born in Miami, FL, son of the late Jack Ivan Crocker and the late Emma Jean Williams Crocker. Dr. Crocker is a graduate of Thomasville Georgia High School. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree from University of Georgia, and a PhD in Horticulture from Michigan State University.

Tim and Linda met at Michigan State University, then both went on to be full professors at the University of Florida for over 30 years. Tim served as a State Extension Specialist in small fruits and nuts. His belief in higher education and public service extended well beyond his career at UF. He believed in building fellowship with his neighbors and community, especially by sharing the bounty of the land, whether it was fresh fish, fruits or vegetables. Tim was a natural teacher and was especially gifted at sharing his knowledge and life experiences with others through his story telling.

Tim inherited a deep love of fishing from his family, especially fishing in the Gulf of Mexico. After a day of fishing with family, Tim loved a good fish fry with homemade hushpuppies.

Tim was a dedicated member of Pickens Presbyterian Church where he served in many leadership capacities. He also was a long time member of the Pickens Rotary Club. Tim will be deeply missed by those who loved and knew him.

Surviving are his son, John Timothy Crocker of Atlanta; his daughter, Anne Elizabeth Crocker of Seneca; a brother, Bill Crocker (Ginger) of Albany, GA; a sister, Judith Corbin of Thomasville, GA; a sister-in-law, Jane Crocker of Tifton, GA; and a brother-in-law, Bob Hart of Odessa, FL. In addition to his wife and parents, Tim was predeceased by his twin brother Thomas Crocker; and a sister, Eileen Crocker Hart.

Memorial Service: Thursday, July 23, 2026, 10:00am at Pickens Presbyterian Church, Rev. Dr. David A. Torrey officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to Pickens Presbyterian Church.

A private burial will be held in the Ramsey Creek Preserve.

Robinson Funeral Home, Downtown Easley is assisting the family with arrangements.

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