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Juanita Crawford Obituary

Crawford, Juanita "Jo" Joeen Portage Age 72, passed away on Friday, October 20, 2017. Jo was born in Kalamazoo on March 30, 1945. On September 11, 1963, she was united in marriage to Floyd E. Crawford, Jr. who survives. Jo is also survived by her children, Kimberly (Lawrence) Taylor, Floyd E., III and Ronald Crawford and Kelly (Joseph) Brooks; seven grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; sisters, Patricia (John) Itofe and Toni Giambrone; best friends, Rita Lewis and Lucy Miller and several nieces, nephews and in-laws. She was preceded in death by her parents and siblings, Paul, Christine and Mickey Giambrone. A memorial visitation will be held at Joldersma & Klein Funeral Home on Tuesday, October 24, 2017 from 4:00 to 6:00 PM. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Red Cross or the American Kidney Foundation, c/o the funeral home. Family and friends may share a condolence message online at www.joldersma-klein.com.

Published by Kalamazoo Gazette from Oct. 20 to Oct. 22, 2017.
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We are so sorry for your loss, She was a great gal.

Neal&Barb Penny

October 24, 2017

Butch, Kimmy, Buzzy,Ron, Kelly and family......I'm so sorry to hear about Joeen ! She will always hold a special place in our hearts.

Jodie Hageman

October 22, 2017

Absolutely loved your Mom, Kelly. Beautiful thoughtful caring woman. I'll miss her she was soooo sweet. God bless you all. Be proud you got to share her life. Praying for comfort for your family. Love you guys

Diane Paige

October 22, 2017

Kaitlin and family I am sorry to hear about the loss of such a important member or your family

Gail and Dan Fruehauf

October 22, 2017

Your in our thoughts and prayers
Jim Thrasher family

jimmy thrasher

October 22, 2017

Toni, my deepest Condolences to you & your family. I know you loved your sister dearly and talked about her often. I will keep you in my thoughts, heart, and prayers. I'm so sorry for your loss my dear friend. Love you

Cheryl Pollack

October 22, 2017

Very surprised to hear of Jo's passing. She touched my life in a way that she will never be forgotten. She is now one of Gods Angles, and is flying high is the heavens above. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. And my God put hands on you and bless
you all.

Ginger Kalleward

October 21, 2017

words can't say what I want to say. growing up you took all the kids in hood in stride you was pretty awesome so sweet and always had a smile no matter what we've might of done you will me greatly missed Betty (cardosa) Billington

Betty Billington

October 20, 2017

I am so sorry for your great loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn" (Isaiah 61:1, 2) sustain your family during this challenging time. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy.

E G

October 20, 2017

Heaven got another angel the night you left this world behind. Heaven got a little better the day that it took you away from us. We're missing you tonight. We'll see you again sometime. For now, we'll close our eyes, and dream of heaven tonight

Cathy Fox

October 20, 2017

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