Philip Charles Crouse
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Philip Charles Crouse

  • July 14, 1951 - July 10, 2012
  • Dallas, Texas
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“I am speechless… I am close to you all… I won’t ever forget Phil’s smile and frindship! Please receive a big hug from your Italian friend, ...Read More » ”
1 of 59 | Posted by: Marco - Milano

“Cindy, We know how difficult this must be for you. Please accept our deep condolences. You are in our prayers. From our team... ”
2 of 59 | Posted by: Honeyleth Ferreras

“Dear Cindy, My deepest sympathies and condolences for your great loss. May all your memories bring you comfort as time goes by. My prayers are...Read More » ”
3 of 59 | Posted by: Samhita Shah - Houston, TX

“Dear Cindy I heard the very sad news about Phil today, my most sincere condolences to you and your family in what must be a very hard time. It was...Read More » ”
4 of 59 | Posted by: Eric Toogood - Stavanger, Norway

“My sincerest condolences to Cindy and to Philip's family. Mr. Crouse was always a pleasure to work with, kind, sincere and passionate about his work...Read More » ”
5 of 59 | Posted by: Carmen Comis - Houston, TX

“Cindy, I am so sorry about Phil. I am very sad and I am sure God will provide you with strength in this moment of grief! Best regards, Monica...Read More » ”
6 of 59 | Posted by: Monica Votta Schonmann - TX

“My deepest condolences to his family. I very much appreciate his PNEC conferences which bring people together from all over the world to share their...Read More » ”
7 of 59 | Posted by: Savannah Arnold - Houston, TX

“I sent him an email on the 17th of July ..... I was wandering why he didn't respond .... Now I know the reason ... may his soul rest in piece ......Read More » ”
8 of 59 | Posted by: Omar O. Akbar - Professional

“A true giant in the field of data management. he will be sorely missed, but PNEC will live on as a true legacy ! ”
9 of 59 | Posted by: Tom Ripley - Houston, TX

“Having just heard yesterday this is a true shock and as people say it was so great seeing both Phil and Cindy at PNEC a few months ago. My...Read More » ”
10 of 59 | Posted by: Craig Beebee - London, UK

“Cindy, I just found out about this and send my condolence for your loss. Phil seemed so vibrant at PNEC two months ago. This greatly saddens me...Read More » ”
11 of 59 | Posted by: Melinda McDade - Plano, TX

“Cindy, I am so sorry to hear about your loss, especially after having seen you again after so many years recently at PNEC. Hopefully friends and...Read More » ”
12 of 59 | Posted by: Isobel Emslie

“My deepest sympathies for you loss. I knew Phil prefessionally through his conferences and was very impressed with him. He always made each person...Read More » ”
13 of 59 | Posted by: Terry Sinton - Sicamous BC Canada

“Cindy: You and your family are in our prayers. It was a priveledge to have known someone who could so quickly light up a room with his smile. Phil...Read More » ”
14 of 59 | Posted by: Jeff Harris - Mandeville, LA

“My heartiest condolences to Cindy and all the other family members. Philip, you will be missed !!! ”
15 of 59 | Posted by: Munira Gandhi - Houston, TX

“Phil was a leader in the oil and gas industry. May the Lord's hand of comfort and grace be with the family. My prayers are with you. ”
16 of 59 | Posted by: Jerry Wharton - Kingwood, TX

“Cindy, My deepest sympathies and condolences for your loss. Phil was a consummate professional and you both put on a great conference. He will be...Read More » ”
17 of 59 | Posted by: Scott Schneider - Houston, TX

“Cindy, our hearts and prayers are with you and your family during this time. We are so sorry for your loss. If we can be of any help please do not...Read More » ”
18 of 59 | Posted by: Erinn Hall - Fort Worth, TX

“Cindy, my deepest sympathies to you and your entire family. ”
19 of 59 | Posted by: Mike LaBerge - Calgary

“Both of us here at Oil IT Journal were really sorry to hear about Phil. Will remember him as a great guy and organizer of the best conferences. ...Read More » ”
20 of 59 | Posted by: Neil McNaughton - Sèvres, France

“Dear Cindy, My deepest sympathies on your loss of Phil, and my heartfelt thanks for the great work that you and he have put into our industry over...Read More » ”
21 of 59 | Posted by: Volker Hirsinger - Houston, TX

“Cindy, I was deeply saddened to learn of Phil’s passing. I would like to express my sincere sadness and sympathies. Phil was a respected leader...Read More » ”
22 of 59 | Posted by: Gay Miller - Houston, TX

“Cindy, I'm very sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept my deepest condolences. He will be missed. Thinking of you and your family. Peter ”
23 of 59 | Posted by: Peter Webb - Houston, TX

“Cindy, I am so sorry to hear about Phil's passing. He was a wonderfully kind man and a joy to work with on all levels. Phil was truly a leader...Read More » ”
24 of 59 | Posted by: Janet Hicks - Houston, TX

“Cindy- I am so sorry to hear the news of Phil's passing. He was the ultimate professional. PNEC was always well done and organized. I looked...Read More » ”
25 of 59 | Posted by: Christine Ring - Houston, TX

“Dear Cindy, We were so saddened to learn the shocking news of Phil's death and want you to know what a great void he leaves. After hearing about...Read More » ”
26 of 59 | Posted by: Margaret Barron - Calgary

“Cindy, sincere condolences on Phil's passing. He was a tireless worker with a deep passion for the industry. He will certainly be missed. Grace...Read More » ”
27 of 59 | Posted by: Randy Clark - Houston, TX

“Cindy and Family, We at Petris are surprised and saddened by the news of Phil's passing. We are thinking of you and our memories of him. He was...Read More » ”
28 of 59 | Posted by: Jeffrey Pferd - Houston, TX

“Phil, you were a "cornerstone" for our professional community - Cindy - we know you must be now walking along a path that only our Lord can work with...Read More » ”
29 of 59 | Posted by: Ellen and Gus Nodwell - TX

“Phil Crouse cast a large shadow in the industry. He accomplished so many things and his courtesy, care for others, and attention to detail were...Read More » ”
30 of 59 | Posted by: David Hood - Calgary - Friend

“Phil, I was shocked to hear of your sudden passing. You will be sorely missed in our community. I'd like to thank you for taking a strong and...Read More » ”
31 of 59 | Posted by: Trudy Curtis - Calgary, Canada, TX

“Cindy, I was shocked to hear of Phil's passing. My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. Andrea ”
32 of 59 | Posted by: Andrea Hood

“Cindy, My condolences on your loss. My dealings with Phil and you at PNEC were always a pleasure. It is a loss to our data management community....Read More » ”
33 of 59 | Posted by: Wes Baird - Calgary - Friend

“Phil We will all miss you at PNEC. All the best to your family and friends. Lori ”
34 of 59 | Posted by: lori adams - calgary, AL - Friend

“Cindy, our professional community will miss Phil's enthusiasm and support, he gave us a special place to come together and share our experiences. My...Read More » ”
35 of 59 | Posted by: Jess B. Kozman - Singapore

“We were so very sorry to hear of Phil's death. He was a remarkable man and I was proud to have him for a cousin. Our love to Cindy and the family. ”
36 of 59 | Posted by: Marty & Dennis Renault - Monterey, CA

“So sorry to hear about Phil. He has been such a good neighbor and friend - I'll miss him. And I'm sorry I can't leave the hospital to attend his...Read More » ”
37 of 59 | Posted by: Hugh Eddleman - Dallas, TX

“Cindy, I am shocked and saddened by Phil's sudden death. Thank for your call. I am praying for you knowing that our God is faithful to meet you in...Read More » ”
38 of 59 | Posted by: Jaimie J. Alexander - Rogers, AR

“Cindy and family, Kay, Mark and I are very saddened by Phil’s passing and we want you to know that we are praying for you. As I reflect on my...Read More » ”
39 of 59 | Posted by: Scott - Gibsonia, PA - Friend

“Cindy, and family, You are in my thoughts and prayers. Eva and family ”
40 of 59 | Posted by: Eva Twombly - San Angelo, TX

“Devestated. Dear Cindy and extended family, Mary and I are saddened by this unexpected event. What a dear one to loose, anytime, but more so too...Read More » ”
41 of 59 | Posted by: Bill Brock Jr/Mary Higgins Brock - TX

“Cindy, I am so sorry to hear of Phil's passing. You and he have always been some of my favorite customers for over 20 years. He will be missed. ...Read More » ”
42 of 59 | Posted by: Erin Donohue - Dallas, TX

“Gone too soon, he will be sadly missed at the Morris,(his mother's) Family Reunion. Phillip was one of the "cool cousins". I don't think any of us...Read More » ”
43 of 59 | Posted by: Marty Wright - Houston, TX

“So very sorry for you loss. ”
44 of 59 | Posted by: Janice brown Robertson - NM

“So very sorry for you loss. ”
45 of 59 | Posted by: Janice brown Robertson - NM

“Cindy, you know we will miss Phillip so much, you both are such special people in our lives. We are still in shock because Phillip was so full of...Read More » ”
46 of 59 | Posted by: Della Schnoes - Krum, TX - cousin

“Cindy we were saddened to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. ”
47 of 59 | Posted by: Richard & Christy Crummy - MN

“So sorry to hear about Philip. What an accomplished man. You and yours are in our prayers. ”
48 of 59 | Posted by: dale day - corpus christi, TX

“A very bright light has gone out here on earth but shines even brighter in heaven!!! Philip will be missed greatly. Our prayers to Cindy and the...Read More » ”
49 of 59 | Posted by: Randall M. Caviness - Lubbock, TX

“Cindy,We are overwhelmed with sadness hearing the loss of Phil. We had only known him a short time. He was so energetic and enthusiastic with life...Read More » ”
50 of 59 | Posted by: Karla and Don McKenzie - Prosper, TX

“Cindy I am so saddened by the heartbreaking loss of your Philip. As you draw close to family, may you all find shelter in God's love and comfort in...Read More » ”
51 of 59 | Posted by: Vickie Maddox - Odessa, TX

“Cindy I am so sorry about Phillip. We have been so saddened. We love you. ”
52 of 59 | Posted by: Kimberly Rios - Alvarado, TX

“Cindy, I am shocked and saddened to hear of your loss. May you feel God's love and peace in the coming days as His arms are wrapped around you. ...Read More » ”
53 of 59 | Posted by: Ann Alexander - San Angelo, TX

“Phil was one of the most willing to help with any project he thought of merit. His service to the Dallas Knife and Fork Club spanned decades, and...Read More » ”
54 of 59 | Posted by: Ed Fjordbak

“This is very sad! I don't think I ever saw Philip when he was not smiling! He was though very serious in his studies & his love for his sweetheart! I...Read More » ”
55 of 59 | Posted by: Lynn Fouche Correa - Odessa, TX

“Cindy, So saddened by the news. May you find peace. Fondly, RobbieK ”
56 of 59 | Posted by: Robbie Sneathtaximom Echols - TX

“I am speechless. After knowing Philip for almost my entire lifetime, I really came to realize and appreciate the intelligence and real resource that...Read More » ”
57 of 59 | Posted by: Billy Landers - Missouri City, TX

“Cindy, I am so shocked and saddened by this terrible news. My thoughts and prayers are certainly with you as you go through this awful time. ...Read More » ”
58 of 59 | Posted by: Sherry Bryarly Gary - Weatherford, TX

“So sad to hear of this. Phil was a very good friend for more than 30 years. He will be missed by many. ”
59 of 59 | Posted by: Stewart McAdoo - TX - Friend


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CROUSE, PHILIP CHARLES born in Brooklyn, New York on July 14, 1951. When he was two, the family moved to Texas. Philip graduated from Permian High School in Odessa, TX in 1969 and married Cindy Warman the same year. He attended the University of Texas Austin and received his BS in Petroleum Engineering with honors and his MBA in 1975.His oil career began in West Texas oil fields as a roustabout, and later summer engineer with Getty, Texaco, and Humble. Moving to Dallas after graduation, he joined Atlantic Richfield in long range planning. Then at Champlin (UPRC) he developed E&P strategies for development of Long Beach fault blocks. In 1978 he was instrumental in applying for regulated pricing options. He was nominated by Sun to the Conference Board Congressional Fellow program and was chosen as one of 10 participants from a spectrum of corporations. At age 28 he was the youngest participant in the program's then 10-year history. During this year, he served as a senior staffer on the US Senate Committee on the Budget and was responsible for a $5.5+ billion budget segment. He worked for 8 senators. Upon completion of the program, Philip was chosen as part of a Senate staff team to assist the incoming President Reagan's transition team in the area of agriculture (since he was from Texas "farm" country). Returning to Dallas, Philip opened Philip C. Crouse and Associates, Inc. consulting practice which has taken him to more than 30 countries. He was among the first advocates of horizontal well technology. He consulted with Japan Drilling Company, ADMA-OPCO, and other companies in the use of new technology areas. This led to 23 years of providing courses and conferences in horizontal drilling, coiled tubing, geosteering and emerging technology areas and data management and integration for the oil industry through the company's division, Petroleum Network Education Conferences (PNEC). Philip is a registered professional engineer and recognized for his accomplishments in petroleum engineering by TSPE. He is a Distinguished Member and life member of the Society of Petroleum Engineers where he served as a director to SPE International and trustee to the AIME. Philip was instrumental in opening the Arkansas SPE chapter in recent years. He is a former president of the Petroleum Engineers Club of Dallas. He has received numerous awards and honors in his field. He authored many articles, training manuals and has given over 800 speeches to the larger international petroleum community. Philip has been a leader in the oil industry always trying to help the general public understand the oil industry better and mentoring the next generation that will be leading the oil industry and serving our country's energy applications and environmental concerns. Phillip was member of Highland Park United Methodist Church, a 32nd degree Mason, and a member of Scottish Rite Free Masons. He was married to his high school sweetheart,Cindy, for 42 years. They enjoyed life together traveling, boating, golfing, fund raising and volunteering and being with each other and their families and friends, and enjoyed their 2nd home in Arkansas. Survivors: Wife, Cindy Rene Crouse, Brothers, William (Bill) H. Crouse Jr., Harry Edwin Crouse,Sister, Deborah (Susan) Thompson, Mother in Law, Mildred (Millie) Warman and many in laws, sister in laws, nephews, nieces and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father, William H.Crouse Sr., and Mother Norma Jean Crouse. The family requests gifts in lieu of flowers be made to Greater Dallas Chapter JDRF Dallas, TX dallas@jdrf.org and The Arc of Greater Tarrant County, www.arcgtc.org.

Visitation and Funeral Services will be held at Restland Funeral Home, 13005 Greenville Ave., Dallas, TX. Friday, July 13,2012 Visitation 6:30-8:30 pm. Funeral Service July 14,2012 at 3:30 PM with reception following.