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1938 - 2015
Rev. W. William “Bill” Crawford, 77, of Huntington, WV passed away on July 21, 2015 at the Village at Riverview, Barboursville. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday, July 25, 2015 at Fifth Avenue Baptist Church, Huntington, by Rev. Hubert Harvey and Rev. Timothy Dixon. Burial will be in Rome Cemetery. He was born January 10, 1938 in Clifton Forge, Virginia, a son of the late Charles Samuel and Nina Virginia Buckner Crawford. He graduated from Barboursville High School in 1956, Marshall University with a B.A. in 1960, and Andover Newton Theological School in 1964. He was ordained February 7, 1965. During seminary he served as Youth Director at Central United Church of Christ, Newtonville, MA. He served churches at Castleton Federated Church, Castleton, VT, St. Marks United Church of Christ in Cumberland, MD, Christ Church U.C.C. in Fort Thomas, KY, Associate Pastor at Zion Evangelical U.C.C. in Indianapolis, IN, St. John’s U.C.C. in Elkhart, IN, and Brooklyn Heights U.C.C. in Cleveland, Ohio. He is survived by his wife, Virginia Irwin Crawford; two daughters, Sarah Virginia Crawford of Newport, Vermont and Margaret Allison DeHart and her husband Robert of Pegram, Tennessee; two grandchildren, Clara DeHart and Robert DeHart; brother-in-law, James Irwin; special niece, Norma Jean Ritter; special nephew, Ronald Dean Nicely and his wife, Connie; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the Wallace Funeral Home, Barboursville, and after 1 p.m. Saturday at the church. He will be remembered for his pastor’s heart and his love of Jesus. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.timeformemory.com/wallace.
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There are currently 23 condolences.
Nancy Boylan
Friday August 7, 2015 at
6:20 AM
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I was so sorry to hear of Rev. Crawford's passing. Robin and I had just been talking about the two of you and the many fond memories of your time at Zion. May you feel the love of Jesus at this time.
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Don Kaufman
Sunday August 2, 2015 at
7:10 PM
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My sympathy is with you, Virginia. I recall good memories of time with you and Bill when I served on the IN-KY Conference staff during your years in Indiana. May you know God's peace amidst your grief.
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Pastoral Colleague Tom Blossom
Sunday July 26, 2015 at
5:22 PM
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Today we honored the memory of Pastor Bill Crawford at Zion Evangelical UCC, Indi, and prayed for Blessings for all family and friends who loved him in grief, memories, and thanksgiving, in Jesus' Love, /UCC pastor-teacher colleague, sabbatical interim Zion Evangelical
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Jan Morris
Sunday July 26, 2015 at
2:13 PM
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Virginia and family: I have wonderful memories of Rev Bill from his time at Christ Church. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Virginia Kean Houseman
shouseman@comcast.net
Sunday July 26, 2015 at
7:24 AM
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Condolences to you and your family. I remember those beautiful little girls. Rev. Crawford was such an important influence in our lives growing up. I remember all the wonderful times that we had in our Youth Fellowship. I can still remember his infectious laugh and huge smile. May you be take in all the love and support that surrounds you at this time.Let it comfort you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Love to you all.
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Cindy Blau
Saturday July 25, 2015 at
6:41 PM
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My condolences. Reverend Crawford married my husband and I almost 30 years ago at Christ Church in Ft Thomas. He made our ceremony special and we have such fond memories!
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Jonathan and Emily Block
Saturday July 25, 2015 at
3:29 PM
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Dear Virginia,
We were so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. We have many good memories of times with both of you when you were at Zion Evangelical UCC here in Indianapolis.
Our thoughts are with you,
Jon and Emily Block
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Gordon andJean Braun
Saturday July 25, 2015 at
12:39 PM
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Prayers and love sent from the Braun family of Ft Thomas. Bill was such an important part of our faith journey and the development of our family. He baptised both of our boys, cared for Wanda and Charles, and encouraged our growth in the life of Christ Church. I have so many wonderful memories of the Crawfords' time in Ft. Thomas! Please accept our love and strength during this difficult time. I pray you all find comfort in his peace.
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Jane and Barry Petracco
Saturday July 25, 2015 at
11:36 AM
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We are saddened to hear of Bill Crawford's passing. He married us in 1981 and we will always cherish the love and mentoring he gave both of us as young Christians at Christ Church, Ucc, Fort Thomas, Ky. Love and prayers for Virginia, Sarah and Allison. Jane & Barry Petracco
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Wilma Christian Hartzler
hartzlerwilma@gmail.com
Friday July 24, 2015 at
7:10 PM
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Virginia, So many years have passed since I had any contact with you and Bill, but often wondered about you. I am so sorry to see that Bill has passed but we can take comfort in knowing he is with the Lord. May God grant you and your family peace and comfort at this time. Keeping you in my prayers. Wilma Christian Hartzler
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Mary Stewart
Friday July 24, 2015 at
6:49 PM
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Virginia..So sorry for your loss. Wish I could be there to give you a big hug.
Love,
Mary
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WendyKeady
Friday July 24, 2015 at
10:08 AM
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This is how I will always think fo the Crawford Family:
Sunshine on my shoulders makes me happy
Sunshine in my eyes can make me cry
Sunshine on the water looks so lovely
Sunshine almost always makes me high
If I had a day that I could give you
I'd give to you a day just like today
If I had a song that I could sing for you
I'd sing a song to make you feel this way
Sunshine on my shoulders makes me happy
Sunshine in my eyes can make me cry
Sunshine on the water looks so lovely
Sunshine almost always makes me high
If I had a tale that I could tell you
I'd tell a tale sure to make you smile
If I had a wish that I could wish for you
I'd make a wish for sunshine all the while
Sunshine on my shoulders makes me happy
Sunshine in my eyes can make me cry
Sunshine on the water looks so lovely
Sunshine almost always makes me high
Sunshine almost all the times makes me high
Sunshine almost always...
You were a unique friend that I will never forget. My Mom send her love and prayers too.
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Chuck and Phyllis Romine
Friday July 24, 2015 at
8:44 AM
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With deepest sympathy for your loss.
Chuck and Phyllis Romine
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Paul & Judith Koepke
Thursday July 23, 2015 at
10:29 PM
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Virginia and family - We were sorry to read about Bill's death. We fondly recall our visits in Elkhart as we and our wives shared similar vocations. We extend our deepest sympathy.
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Francie Mosser
dwmosser2@twc.com
Thursday July 23, 2015 at
9:26 PM
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Many good memories of all of you. Bill, Virginia and Sarah as Ft. Thomas residents,
and Allison at NKU.
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Robin Nichols
Thursday July 23, 2015 at
8:53 PM
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On behalf of the Nichols and Boylan families in Indianapolis I offer our love and sympathy to your family. Rev. Crawford was a wonderful spiritual leader and we enjoyed our time with him and Virginia. May God hold your family in his loving hands.
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Mark McAllister
markmcallister@frontiernet.net
Thursday July 23, 2015 at
8:24 PM
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Our love and prayers are with you during your loss. Bonnie and I are sorry that we lost contact with you across our years in ministry. While we were not in touch our paths carried us to many of the same places - Vermont, Massachusetts, and the Cumberland area. Bill's smile in the photo reminds me of the days we spent at the library at Marshall. He was studying and I was talking.I thank God for his life and the impact he had in his ministry. Would love to hear from you when things settle down. May God's comfort and strength sustain you.
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David and Bizzy Shuck and family
Thursday July 23, 2015 at
7:39 PM
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Virginia,
David and I are so sorry to hear about Bill's death. Our thoughts are certainly with you and your family. We so enjoyed the time we got to spend with you 2 in Indianapolis....such good memories! Bill was very influential in our family's life when our kids were younger, which we will always appreciate.
Take care of yourself....Love, The Shucks
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Laura Frampton Disney
Thursday July 23, 2015 at
6:32 PM
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Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Love,
Janice Frampton and Family
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kenneth and stella pendery
Thursday July 23, 2015 at
4:24 PM
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Our condolences to Virginia, Sarah, and Allison and all love ones. We have nothing but fond memories of Bill and the family. Just passed by Heidelberg College yesterday and reminisced that the last time I saw Bill and Virginia was there at a UCC meeting--maybe 8-10 years ago. I also miss Sarah and Allison and those Sunday School memories. God Bless all of you. Ken and Stel
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Marvin & Jane Cox
Thursday July 23, 2015 at
3:22 PM
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Virginia and Family, so sorry to hear of Rev. Bill's passing. We remember the many great times we shared with you while Bill was at Christ Church. All our love and prayers are nwith you. Love,the Cox's
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Cindy (Sheldon) Williams
cindywill8686@myfairpoint.net
Thursday July 23, 2015 at
9:41 AM
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I was deeply saddened to read Rev. Crawford's obituary in the Rutland Herald this morning. I have very fond memories of him and his family when he pastored us at Castleton Federated Church. I spent a lot of time babysitting Sarah and Allison during the church service. You have my deepest sympathy for your loss.
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Steve Troutman
rkymtn5@comcast.net
Thursday July 23, 2015 at
3:21 AM
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It is with a heart full of sorrow that I express my condolences to Mrs. Crawford, Sarah and Allison. I remember youth nights at the house, picking cherries in the back yard, and harvesting potatoes at the farm. Such fond memories of a great and caring family. Rev. Crawford was always there for my many visits to Scared Heart Hospital. He served me my first communion. He was a blessed man of God and is now rejoicing in His presence My prayers to all of you through this period of grief. We will all join together once again. RIP Rev. Crawford
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