Richard Crobarger

Richard (Rich) Crobarger, 72, of Marietta, GA, went to be with the Lord on May 9, 2025. He was born on May 27, 1952, in San Diego, California. Rich is survived by his devoted wife, Kala Crobarger; his children, Jenni Hassett and Brent Crobarger; his sisters, Penny Bernard and Sharon Cowley; and his sister-in-law, Elena Salazar. He will be lovingly remembered by many extended family members, friends, students, and all who were blessed to know him. A proud veteran, Rich served in the U.S. Air Force Reserve as a firefighter. His lifelong passion for martial arts led him to teach both children and adults for many years. He held a 5th Degree Black Belt and earned high recognition through the American Taekwondo Association, World Taekwondo Federation, and World Hapkido Federation. He was the owner and chief instructor of Golden Eagle Martial Arts for over a decade. Rich pursued education in both science and marketing, earning an Associate of Science in Energy Management from Lane Community College and a Bachelor of Arts in Marketing from National University. He also worked at Sequoia National Park, where his love of nature flourished. An adventurer at heart, Rich enjoyed hiking, backpacking, camping, diving, kayaking, snorkeling, paddle board surfing, and woodworking. He had a deep appreciation for photography and often shared his love of the outdoors through his unforgettable youth events; Richard’s Outrageous Adventures. Rich was also a passionate sports enthusiast who loved both watching and playing baseball, basketball, and football throughout his life. He was known for his infectious sense of humor and playful spirit. A self-proclaimed goofball, he could always be counted on for a well-timed joke. A minimalist and meticulous list-maker, he had a gift for organization and planning but was easygoing in spirit. He loved early morning cartoons (even into adulthood) and was a lifelong fan of Marvel Comics—long before it became mainstream. Rich’s life was defined by faith, family, service, and a profound joy for living. He will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all who knew him.