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Paul Crawford Obituary

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Paul Wesley Crawford, age 24, passed away on Tuesday, June 16, 2009. He was a graduate of Alamo Heights High School where he was active in the ROTC program. Wesley loved spending time with his daughters and gathering with his family. He was gifted with a personality filled with compassion, generosity and affection. He would burst into a room relaying an event with animated energy, laughter and humor leaving all those around him smiling and laughing. Wesley is preceded in death by his father, Paul R. Crawford. He is survived by his daughters, Julie and Aubrey Crawford; their mother, Rachael Vitela; his mother, Sally Van de Putte and her husband, Rocky Rochelle; his brother, Matthew Crawford and his fiancé, Suzanne Spaulding and their daughter, Taylor; his sisters, Jennifer Davis and her husband, Jason and their son, Kelton, Trina Farguson and her husband, Dean, Christine Rochelle and her son, Cole; grandparents, Robert and Elizabeth Hodnett, Paul and Lois Crawford and Rocky and Bea Rochelle; numerous aunts and uncles; as well as "sisters and brothers" also known as his cousins.
MEMORIAL SERVICE SATURDAY
JUNE 20, 2009
10:00 A.M.
ST. PAUL'S
EPISCOPAL CHURCH
1018 EAST GRAYSON
The Rt. Rev. James E. Folts and the Rev. Doug Earl will be officiating. The family requests in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to Lifetime Recovery, 10290 Southton Road,
San Antonio, TX 78223. Wesley persevered in his quest for recovery and a healthy productive life. He knew life in recovery would bring him the peace he so deeply desired. He wishes his passing to be a sign of the power of the disease of addiction to those on the road to recovery. The family gives their heartfelt gratitude to all those who so lovingly assisted him on this journey. You are invited to sign
the guestbook at www.porterloring.com Arrangements with:

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by San Antonio Express-News on Jun. 19, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Paul Crawford

15 Entries

Julie & Aubrey Crawford

June 22, 2009

We love you and miss you daddy. Guide us and take care of us on our journey through life. Hugs and Kisses

Edny Vargas

June 22, 2009

Wes, you have showed me what love and forgiveness is. I have carried through all these years your positive attitude and a big smile in good and nerveless in hard times. I always have had you in my prayers along with your family. I hope you have found the peace and the profound love that God has for you.

Edith Mata Brewton

June 20, 2009

Wesley was such a great friend, always smiling and had a great sense of humor. I have a lot of great memories from high school and JROTC from him and he will always be in my heart and I will miss him dearly!!!
RIP Wesley.

Alvarado Family

June 19, 2009

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009

Nancy Spooner

June 19, 2009

OUCH! Sally and Rocky. I wish I could hug you both. You have been so good to me through the rough times - I wish I could be there for you too right now. I am so sorry and sad. Sooo sorry. My prayers and cyber hugs are all yours. XOXO - Nancy Spooner

DAVID GARZA

June 19, 2009

a friend in high school sorry to here the sad news I'll pray 4 u ..
Ur friend DAVID GARZA

Roberta Jacobson

June 19, 2009

Dearest Sally and Family,
Learning of Wesley's passing has brought me such great pain and sadness and thinking of your emense grief overwhelms me. I am so glad that I was a part of his school life and was part of a joyful time when he received his diploma. The last time I saw him he looked so healthy and happy that I was very hopeful for his future. I have thought of him often and he will always be part of my heart. He was so blessed to have such a loving and supportive family. I will pray for God to bring you strength and healing through His loving grace.
With Deepest Sympathy and Affection, Roberta Jacobson

Linda Moore

June 19, 2009

Sally, Rocky, Matthew & family,
Your entire event family shares your loss. Please know that we are all thinking of you in this difficult time. We love you all and know that Wesley is at peace. Our prayers are with Wesley and all his loved ones. See you soon, "Auntie" Linda

Veronica Enriquez

June 19, 2009

To all of Wesley family and loved ones. i hope you find peace in your loss and all my sympathies and prayers are with you all . He was a good friend to all and will be miss . God bless

June 19, 2009

Dear Sally, Matt, and Dale:
We share in your loss and are thinking of you. We love you.
With deepest sympathy,
Rocky and Bea ("Grandma and Grandpa" to dear Wesley and Matthew)

June 19, 2009

Sally and Family,

On behalf of the Select Employees Federal Credit Union organization, I wish to extend our deepest sympathies on the passing of Wesley. Our prayers will continue in the hopes that all may find peace and remember him always.

Belinda McDaniel, President

Nina Guerra

June 19, 2009

Wesley and I were friends in high school. I remember him being a happy and smiling individual. I was so sad to hear of his passing and I will miss him.

Lisa Martin

June 19, 2009

Wesley - I wish I could see you one more time to tell you how much you meant to me and how much I loved you as a friend. You were and will always be so dear to me. I still have all of our pictures from JROTC. Those were some good days. I knew I had a friend in you and I am thankful that we were in each other's lives. We're going to miss you so much but I know we will see each other again one day. I love you, Wes. I'll miss you forever.
Lisa

Sandy Cruser

June 19, 2009

Rest peacefully Wesley

Christeena Joyner

June 19, 2009

Wes, You were very special to me and you taught me alot. I hope you are where you wanted to be and that the peace you were looking for you found. You will be in my thoughts always.

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