A long-time servant who led the Tigers' famous 'Save Our Skins' campaign when the club was on its knees in 1990, Crowe passed away on Friday morning after a long battle with illness.
A star player from 1957-67, Crowe played 151 games and won Richmond's best and fairest award three times, in 1963, 1964 and 1966.
He was president through troubled financial times in the 1990s, a specialist coach, staff member and club vice-patron in a lifetime contribution to the Tigers.
President Peggy O'Neal paid tribute to Crowe for his enduring passion and commitment to the yellow and black.
"The club extends its sincere condolences to Neville’s wife Valy, his children, extended family and friends," she said.
"Neville was a giant of the Richmond Football Club. He was a Jack Dyer medallist, life member, Hall of Fame member and former president.
"His commitment to the 'Save Our Skins' campaign epitomised his love of this football club and we are both honoured and indebted that he is such an important part of our history."