Dr. McCrea,Treatment and Travel, A Life Well Lived, & 302 Babies

It’s the Story
Above: The late Floyd Vrtiska with two of Dr. McCrea’s great great grandsons, both named after him, Edward Lee Miller and McCrea Miller. The occasion was a reception in 2017 celebrating Dr. McCrea and the 302 babies that he delivered, including Floyd and his brother Lloyd.
Above: The late Floyd Vrtiska with two of Dr. McCrea’s great great grandsons, both named after him, Edward Lee Miller and McCrea Miller. The occasion was a reception in 2017 celebrating Dr. McCrea and the 302 babies that he delivered, including Floyd and his brother Lloyd.

Don’t you just love a good story? 

Better yet, one set in Pawnee County. 

Sharla Sitzman of Table Rock collects stories from yesteryear and yesterday.

Part 2 of a 2 part series 

Last week: A successful veterinarian changed careers to become a doctor, then changed destinations to come to Table Rock, where he practiced medicine for 38 years.

Dr. McCrea treated many patients. He seemed fond…