Who Is Robert Crummie? Obituary & DTS Statement

On Thursday, January 2, 2020, Reverend Robert W. Crummie, a graduate of the Dallas Theological Seminary (DTS), committed member of the DTS Board of Regents and Board of the Incorporate Members, beloved pastor and college president, loving husband and father of two, and fantastic leader and friend, went suddenly death. 

He was an extraordinary leader and friend. Instead of sending flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be donated to Carver College in Reverend Crummie’s honor.

Dr. Mark L. Baile’s Statment About Robert Crummie

When Dr. Mark L. Bailey, the current president of DTS, learned of Rev. Crummie’s passing, he wrote the following about him:

In 1996, Robert was awarded his ThM from DTS, and Dr. Mark has fond memories of his serving as DTS’s student body president. Over nine years, he was an exemplary Board of Incorporated Members member. 

When he communicated about his challenges in a way that was honest while yet being appropriate, Dr. Mark had the opportunity to witness his transparency firsthand. 

His unshakable adherence to the authority of the Bible was something he never considered questioning. If God had spoken it, then we can be sure he believed it. 

In addition to this, Robert possessed much grace. He was always encouraged because he knew the demands placed on leaders. His willingness to help others was always notable. 

He welcomed Dr. Mark to lecture in his pulpit and hosted Barby and Dr. Mark in his home, all of which are meaningful memories for us. 

Our hearts break for the Crummie family as they endure this tremendous loss, but we do so with the confidence that we will one day be reunited with Robert and that the resurrection will have occurred.

Friend and fellow student at the Dallas Theological Seminary, Dr. Paul Pettit (ThM, 1996; DMin, 2007), wrote:

During our time at DTS, Robert held the position of senior class president, and Dr. Mark was honored to serve as the senior class chaplain. 

We spent much time in the same classrooms and gatherings and studied Greek, Hebrew, and all the preaching lessons together. 

When Dr. Mark spoke to [him] about two weeks ago, he was excited about his son playing college football, and I could see the pleasure on the face of a father.

It is not goodbye; instead, it is “I’ll catch you later, Robert… I’ll see you again.” However, not just yet — not just yet, Dr. Good friend. Dr. Mark will be there shortly, but Dr. Mark wishes everyone a happy Coronation Day!

Robert Crummie Obituary: Mr. DJ Chuang, A DTS Student

Robert and Dr. Mark grew up in the Washington, District of Columbia region, and we only knew each other just a few months before we started attending seminary. 

The knowledge that we were traveling through seminary together greatly encouraged Dr Mark as we went along. The news of his departure has left Dr. Mark in deep sorrow. 

We do not grieve the same way as those with no hope, and Dr Mark prays for the Lord’s grace and strength to be bestowed upon his family, church, and the people he served at Carver. 

He impacted so many people’s lives by sharing the love of Christ and the word of God.

The Good Life and the Ministry

Rev. Crummie accepted an invitation to serve as the vice president of Carver College in Atlanta, Georgia, when he graduated from DTS in 1996. Carver College is located in the state of Georgia. 

In May of 2000, the Carver Board of Trustees chose him as the college’s fifth president, making him the institution’s fifth leader overall. 

At Mount Sinai Baptist Church in Washington, District of Columbia, he received his license to preach from Dr. David Durham, and at Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship in Dallas, Texas, he was ordained to the ministry of the gospel by Dr. Tony Evans (ThM, 1976; ThD, 1982).

Reverend Crummie was also selected to serve as the Pastor of the Mount Calvary Missionary Baptist Church in College Park, Georgia 1998. 

His ambition to “glorify God by growing the church” extended to include the church’s ministries and membership growth. He had a deep and abiding affection for his church.

Reverend Crummie was a brilliant preacher, lecturer, and leader as president of Carver College and Pastor of Mount Calvary Missionary Baptist Church. 

He also served as president of Carver College. He aimed to get to paradise as quickly as possible and bring as many people with him as he could. 

The Reverend Crummie’s two favorite hobbies were riding motorbikes and playing basketball. 

He is survived by his devoted wife, Dr. Carla Michelle, his son Robert Wayne, II, and his daughter Meagan Michelle. He also leaves behind a legacy in the form of a charitable foundation.

Final Word

Dedicated pastor of mount calvary missionary baptist church in College Park for more than 21 years, dedicated president of carver college for nearly 20 years, dedicated father, dedicated husband, dedicated member of family and friend, and dedicated pastor of Carver College for almost 20 years.

The extraordinary life that Pastor had will remain etched in our memories forever. Pastor love, laughter, and smiles are something we carry with us daily. 

We are helped tremendously in our day-to-day walk by Robert’s teaching, preaching, training, and modeling of the word of God. Robert has left us with a great deal of precious memories, all of which continue to make our hearts feel warm. 

Pastor persevered through the course God set out in front of Robert with determination, perseverance, and faithfulness. 

Robert was crowned on January 2, 2020, and then Pastor went to be with our Lord and Saviour after Robert collected your reward. 

Moreover, at this point, you would have us recite the phrase “Glory, Glory, Glory.”

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