THOMAS RALPH CRAWFORD
THOMAS RALPH CRAWFORD
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THOMAS RALPH
Tragically, at his Sheraden home, on Saturday, September 24, 2016, Thomas Ralph Crawford, age 24. Beloved son of Deborah R. and the late Ralph T. Crawford; dear brother of Debbie (Rob) Murphy; and loving uncle of Robert, Austin, Patrick and Christopher Murphy; also numerous loving aunts and uncles. Friends received at the HERSHBERGER - STOVER, INC., FUNERAL HOME, 170 Noble Ave., Crafton, on Tuesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. where funeral service will be Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. Tommy was a graduate of DeVry University and a computer tech with Baw Plastics. If desired, memorials may be made directly to the family.
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Debbie
September 25, 2025
9 years ago(yesterday) you gained your angel wings. I miss you so much and always wonder what your life would be like here with us. Please keeps watching over us.
Deborah crawford
September 20, 2025
Hello son
I had a dream about you telling me good bye, it's not a good bye, it's see you later. I miss you so much.
Love mom
Debbie Murphy
May 12, 2025
Hey Tommy,today's a day we should be celebrating your birthday. A big 33. Happy heavenly birthday. I sure do miss you and think of you everyday.
DEBORAH MURPHY
November 25, 2024
Oh Tommy, how I wish you were here.
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Deborah crawford
September 23, 2024
Thomas
I cherish every memory with all my heart. I wish you were still here. I look at your picture everyday, seeing your smile and wonder what you be doing today. I love you n miss you dearly.
Love mom
Debbie Murphy
September 20, 2024
How can it be 8 years that you've been gone? I miss you and am always thinking of you. Keep watching over us. Love you always
Deborah crawford
May 13, 2024
Happy birthday thomas.
I sure miss you n I think about you everyday.
Love mom
Debbie
May 12, 2024
Happy heavenly birthday. I sure do miss you. Keep watching over everyone. Love you always
Deborah crawford
September 22, 2023
Thomas
I'll will always be grateful for the time we had together n the memories.
I love you n miss you so much.
Love mom
Debbie Murphy
September 10, 2023
As I walked yesterday in memory of you, I cried and keep asking myself why are you not here. I miss you so much and will never understand. Love you always
Deborah crawford
September 26, 2022
Thomas
Another year gone by. I miss you so much. Not a day goes by that I don't think of you.
Love mom
Debbie
September 25, 2022
I always wonder if you were here what would you be up too. I miss you so much. Still seems like just yesterday you left us. Please keep watching over and protect our mom. Love you always and 4 ever
Debbie
May 14, 2022
Happy birthday Tommy. We sure do miss you.
Debbie
May 14, 2022
Happy heavenly birthday. Miss you.
Deborah crawford
May 13, 2022
Happy birthday son
Love mom
Deborah crawford
December 25, 2021
Merry Christmas thomas
Wish you were here.
Love mom
Debbie
September 24, 2021
So hard to believe that you gained your wings 5 years ago. We miss you so much.
Deb crawford
September 23, 2021
Thomas
You are always in my heart. I think of you every day. I miss you so much.
Hugs n kisses
Love mom
Nick
May 14, 2021
Happy Birthday Belated Heavenly Birthday Buddy!!!
I Hope your celebrating with a Charley's Steak!!! Miss you a ton buddy got a new job Wish we could talk about it! Plus I could use your help, Lots to learn!!! Say Hi to my Dad for me!
Deb crawford
May 14, 2021
Happy birthday son
Always in my heart and thoughts everyday I miss you so much
Love mom
Debbie
May 13, 2021
Happy Heavenly birthday Thomas. Wish yiu were here so we could celebrate.
Debbie
December 24, 2020
Merry Christmas son
Always in my heart
Love n miss you
Love mom
Nick
November 25, 2020
I miss you my friend!
Deborah Crawford
September 24, 2020
My dear son thomas
Another year has gone by without your smiling face to see.
I listen to your voice on the phone saying mom am on my way home and I wait . I miss you so much , my heart is broken, sad and numb.
Sending you hugs n kisses and ill be waiting for your.
Love ❤ you mom
Debbie
September 16, 2020
Tommy
Did I tell you how much you are missed? I think of you and shed tears every day. I always want to send you a text to let you know about the traffic on 51 but I know I won't get a text back that says ok or thank you. Love you always and forever.
Love your sister
Sam
May 12, 2020
Happy birthday ❤ wish we could hang.
Deborah Crawford
May 12, 2020
Happy birthday son
Another year without you here
I miss you your smile n seeing all the goals you made for yourself n accomplishment am so proud of you
I think about you everyday
Love
Mom
Deborah Crawford
December 25, 2019
Merry Christmas Thomas.
I miss you so much your laughter , making cookies together, going out black Friday shopping n watching the old Christmas story with you n grandma n telling your dad to leave the cookies alone n going out to look at lights. Nothing the same anymore.
Huge n kisses love
Mom
Nick Miller
September 25, 2019
Hey Buddy we miss you! we all Think of you often!
Went to Charley's Steakery in Monroeville last week had one for ya!
Love,
The BAW crew
September 24, 2019
Thomas my dear son
It's three years today since you been gone I shed tears everyday for you. I miss you so much. You are always in my thoughts and my heart everyday . I kept waiting for you to come home
Miss you n love you
Mom
September 24, 2019
I think about you often. I hope you are in a better place. I struggle like you did. I wish I was in a better place too.
May 13, 2019
Happy Birthday in Heaven my friend. Say Hi to my Dad for me!
Sam
May 13, 2019
You were randomly in my dream last night and then I woke up and realized it was your birthday. Hope it was really you. Miss you
May 13, 2019
Tommy,
I think of you often. I hope you are happy in heaven with your dad and grandma.
Love,
Jen
Last birthday we spend together age 24 love mom
Deborah Crawford
May 12, 2019
Happy 27 birthday
I miss you so much Thomas
Love mom
November 3, 2018
Miss you like crazy. Not a day goes by that i dont shed a tear for you.
Deborah Crawford
October 5, 2018
Thomas my dear son
It's been two years since you been gone I miss you so much you are alway in my thoughts n my heart not a day goes by that I don't think of you
Love you n miss you
Huges n kiss
Mom❤
May 13, 2018
Happy birthday son
I miss you n think of you everyday
Kisses n huges
Love mom
Sam
May 9, 2018
Thought of you today. Hope you're resting easy.
Deborah Crawford
September 29, 2017
Thomas, my son
I miss you so much. It still seem a like a dream.
It's been a year n I think of you everyday n waiting for you to walk threw the door.
Am sending you a huge n a kiss n I'll be waiting for yours
Love you your mom❤
Nick Miller
September 25, 2017
Miss you My Friend!
Deborah Crawford
August 24, 2017
Sam and other friends
Thomas is bury at Mt Calvary Cementry
1715 Middletown Rd
McKees Rocks,Pa 15136
Section H
Thomas is bury next to his dad. I like to thank everyone for there kind word and support. Thomas will always be in our hearts
Love Thomas mom deborah
Debbie Murphy
August 23, 2017
Sam
Send me a message [email protected]
Sam Fitzhenry
August 22, 2017
Is anyone aware of where Tom was buried?
Deborah Crawford
May 13, 2017
Happy birthday son huges n kisses
Love mom. Miss you
Debbie Crawford
April 18, 2017
,Thomas
Everyday when I wake up hoping it was just a dream n tear roll down my face I miss and love you
Love mom
Sam
April 7, 2017
Miss you and still think of you often.
Jason Kilgore
January 5, 2017
I just found out about this. Thomas, or Orca as I knew him, were friends for the past few years thats to online gaming. I have been so busy at my job that I didn't know that he passed away. I am so sorry Orca, You were an amazing friend and someone I looked forward to talking to. You'll be missed my more people then you know.
November 3, 2016
October 25, 2016
Love n miss you
Mom
Mr. "B"
October 24, 2016
Dear Crawford and Murphy Families, I am sorry to hear about your loss. Thomas was one of my favorite students at Sheraden Elementary. I will keep Him and your Families in my thoughts and prayers.
October 6, 2016
Condolences I went to elementary school with him. He was A very smart Guy!
Dion
September 29, 2016
My condolences to the Crawford family on the loss of Thomas. May God comfort you in this difficult time. Ps.147:3
Tina and tom Snelsire
September 29, 2016
We will miss you.
Lexi Beck
September 28, 2016
I'm very saddened to have heard this news this morning, my heart goes out to Thomas (Tommy is what I knew him as growing up) and his family. Although it's been quite some time since the last I have spoken to him, the memories of our childhood came flooding back as soon as I heard about his passing. He was a very kind hearted kid that walked me home from our elementary school every single day and was just always there when ever you needed a good friend.. My heart hurts and I hope that he has found peace now.. Rest easy Tommy!
The smidas
September 27, 2016
All our love
Lisa and brandon Smida
September 27, 2016
Debbie and family...i heard the news today..my deepest sympathy is with u..well i know there are no words to ease your pain please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers..if you need anything please dont hesitate to reach me.. i am so truly sorry for your loss.. we love you!!
Kathy Morgan
September 27, 2016
I'm so very sorry to read about the loss of someone so young with his whole life ahead of him. I did not know this young man, but I am truly sorry to his beloved family/friends. He certainly was a truly special person & friend to many which is evident from reading the guest book. Praying for your family & friends to get through this tragic loss.
A Mother in Pittsburgh
Abby Slovonic
September 27, 2016
Our hearts are broken here at BAW.
Tom will be greatly missed. He was a smart, dedicated, generous young man. He was good at his job, earned the respect of his colleagues, and he made a lot of friends along the way. The banter in the halls, in the back offices, at lunch, on the walks up Century Drive hill will not be the same without Tom.
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Crawford family and all of Tom's loving friends.
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Samantha Ennis
September 27, 2016
Tom was always down to do anything, you just had to shoot him a quick text. Senior year and the summer of 2010 we all would spend so much time down by the river or walking around Pittsburgh or staying at The Point all night talking. When I think of Tom I think of someone smart, kind, funny, sweet and nice. I think of a great guy who was very loved and well thought of. I never heard of a single person having an issue or talking bad about Tom which is rare in school. He was a fun person to sit with in class and he'd always ask me what was wrong when I was having a bad day. I wish we could have caught up. I regret that we didnt. I hope you rest easy, Tom. I still have the Blues Brothers duck you gave me even though I got rid of my colection and the bracelet you made me out of computer wires lol. You'll be greatly missed.
My condolences, love and prayers for his family. I am deeply sorry for your loss.
Nick Miller Miller
September 27, 2016
Tom and I became close friends throughout our time at BAW. He was quiet when he first started but quickly we got him talking and he fit in with us perfectly. Lots of talk of movies, shows, games, all new things electronic, politics, Legos,and cars. Tom had a generous nature to lend a hand, an ear or giving advice whatever it may be. Despite his supposed hate for children, my Liam always forced him to come around. Ill always remember the first time he came over to our house and liam had to show him everythong in his room. Next he mashed on a game he hated star wars battlefront side by side. He was our lunch time coordinator and made sure everyone was ready to go eat at 11:30. (Meanwhile we wanted to eat at 9 am). Thomas, as I usually called, him will be greatly missed as a gaming colleague, show and discussor, political debater, my electronic educator and one my best pals. Rest easy Orca we will game again. To all of his family you will be in my constant thoughts and prayers.
Nick Miller Miller
September 27, 2016
Tom and I became close friends throughout our time at BAW. He was quiet when he first started but quickly we got him talking and he fit in with us perfectly. Lots of talk of movies, shows, games, all new things electronic, politics, and cars. Tom had a generous nature to lend a hand, an ear or giving advice whatever it may be. Despite his supposed hate for children, my Liam always forced him to come around. Ill always remember the first time he came over to our house and liam had to show him everythong in his room. Next he mashed on a game he hated star wars battlefront side by side. He was our lunch time coordinator and made sure everyone was ready to go eat at 11:30. (Meanwhile we wanted to eat at 9 am). Thomas, as I usually called, him will be greatly missed as a gaming colleague, show and discussor, political debater, my electronic educator and one my best pals. Rest easy Orca we will game again. To all of his family you will be in my constant thoughts and prayers.
Lori Giesy
September 27, 2016
So sorry for your loss Debbie,if you need anything don't hesitate to ask!! You can reach me through my fb! Love you and take care!!!
Cherie M
September 27, 2016
The last time I think I saw Tom was Thanksgiving break of 2010. We just walked along the river trail towards the strip and took pictures with his camera. Tom rarely said no to me playing with his very expensive camera. Our whole lives were captured that year thanks to Tom. I'm so sad to hear that he has left our world. I wish I could have been more of a friend, but after a while we just lost touch. I'm so sorry for your loss. I hope you heal eaisly. Tom was and always will be a good person.
Patty Wissinger
September 27, 2016
Debbie and Family,
I am so very sorry for your loss.
Chaz Offutt
September 26, 2016
I went to high school with Tom, although I haven't seen him much since that time I will always remember how amazing of a person he was. Never anything less than that. Love and prayers to the family. Truly blessed to say I was able to know the man behind the camera.
ali ibrahim
September 26, 2016
September 26, 2016
Chris Spinney
September 26, 2016
I never actually met Tom in person even though we talked on almost a daily basis over the last four years through the online community that we built together, either about the games we enjoyed or the technical problems we encountered through our work. I knew him as someone who was always ready to step up and help out, modest with a self deprecating sense of humor. I have many great memories of the times we spent playing games together. The sound of his laughter will be missed. My condolences to his family and friends.
aumonn
September 26, 2016
We haven't spoken since graduation but I remember how much you made me laugh when we did talk. My deepest sympathy to the family at this time.
You were a wonderful person Tom. Rest well.
September 26, 2016
Jon
September 26, 2016
He was more than someone on the internet that I played games with regularly. He was a friend. If you had a problem he would listen, and give advice if asked. He would help however he could. He was a person a parent could, and should be proud of. He will be missed.
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Mathew (Gersh Raven) Bingley
September 26, 2016
G'day. I didn't know Thomas in real life, but through a computer game call Dust 514. Although it's been 3 years since I played with him, some of my fondest memories of that time in my life were with him in that game. He was incredibly generous with his time to help new people, it was great chatting with him online. The world has lost a truly top bloke. He will be missed.
Darlene Malzone
September 26, 2016
Debbie,
I was so saddened to hear the news. Please know that my prayers are with you in this great time of sorrow. May you find the peace and comfort with your loved ones that you need during this time of sorrow. I know your son will be greatly missed.
Ed Kennedy
September 26, 2016
"Orca" as I knew him, was a good friend for many years. We played computer games together online with a great group of gamers from all over the world. He was a steadfast friend with a fantastic sense of humor who was always willing to help. To us, he was also a leader who got things done. Even after the game we were playing shut down, we continued to play different games together as a group because of the great experiences we had all shared together. I look back on the time I spent with him virtually in great fondness. My condolences to his family and friends on your loss.
Alexander Hess
September 26, 2016
This is really hard to read. I went to high school with Thomas. During our senior year / summer we hung out a lot with our little group running around downtown and all over Pittsburgh. Thomas was always the one with the camera capturing some of the best moments of our lives. We'd spend hours doing nothing, sitting in an alley, or sitting in crazy mocha.
To your family Tom, I am deeply sorry for your loss.
ali ibrahim
September 26, 2016
i am deeply sorry for your loss. i have known Thomas for about 4 years. and, in that time he has become more than a friend to me and to many others.
the news of Thomas sudden passing came as a shocking news to us all. he will forever be loved and remembered.
ones more i am deeply sorry for your loss.
This was from the snowstorm in high school where we spent the whole day walking around Pittsburgh taking pictures.
Sam Ennis
September 26, 2016
He was a great guy. My heart is broken. Rest easy, Tom.
Guile Sbarge
September 26, 2016
Wow Orca. Can't believe you're gone. It's been a while since I lost a friend but it still certainly sucks.
I haven't talked to you in a while, so it's a shock to hear. We went through a lot in DUST, and I was excited to see the future of whatever DUST would become alongside you. But that's not going to happen now. So I'll keep you and your family in my thoughts from now on, and I'll be sure to pour one out for you in Star Citizen.
Rest in Peace brother. See you on the other side.
dent
September 26, 2016
You will be missed brother.
Dave and Bridget Praskovich
September 26, 2016
Dear Debbie, Debbie, Rob and sons,
Our hearts are broken for you. May Thomas rest in peace.
Barb and Logan Byers
September 26, 2016
Debbie, Rob and family, I am deeply saddened for your loss. You have my deepest sympathy and condolences. You are in prayers and on my heart.
Linda Spoharski
September 26, 2016
I remember over the years of talking to you and how you enjoyed video games and the computer age. Myself I would have to ask my kids or my grandchildren for help.
Your grandmother (Aunt Betty)was very proud of you.
That is were I would get a update on everyone. You will be missed by many.
Rest in peace Thomas.
Linda Spoharski,
September 26, 2016
Sorry to read of your loss please find comfort from God's word. When you get a quiet moment please read Luke7: 11-15
Debbie Murphy
September 26, 2016
We love you.
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