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Linda Crawford Obituary

Crawford, Linda Haydu, 53, a loving mother, daughter, sister, aunt and friend passed away peacefully on June 7, 2011 after a courageous battle with ovarian cancer. Born in Ft. Lauderdale, Linda attended Stranahan High School, Broward Community College and Nova University. She leaves behind two devoted daughters, Katherine Crawford and Melissa Crawford, of Cooper City, their father Charles Crawford, parents Joseph and Patricia Haydu of Plantation, brother William Haydu (Sue) (Kimberly) (Jessica) of Margate and sister Patricia Haydu of Beaver Dam, KY. In our memory always, Linda's memorial service will be held on Saturday, June 11, 2011 at 11:00 am at St. Ambrose Episcopal Church, 2250 S.W. 31st Ave., Ft. Lauderdale, FL. The family specifically requests that in lieu of flowers, donations in her memory be made to The American Cancer Society or Vitas Innovative Hospice Care, 7800 Sheridan Street, 3 East, Pembroke Pines. Arrangements entrusted to Fred Hunter Funeral Home.

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Published by Sun-Sentinel from Jun. 8 to Jun. 9, 2011.

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Michael Cronin

September 1, 2011

My thoughts are with you all to hear of the passing of such a bright light as Linda. She was special to me and still remains with all of us in our hearts.

Marty Perdeck

July 22, 2011

Dearest Katie, Melissa, Pat, Joe, Patti, Chuck and Family,

Linda was so special to me. I so enjoyed the years we spent working together. Your Mom was EVERYTHING; classy, honest, hard-working, organized, smart, thoughtful, kind, talented, sincere, & yes, funny. She had a wonderful sense of humor and we laughed a lot. We also shared a mutual love of Allan Sherman songs, which always amazed me. All in all, she was a true lady, one to be respected and admired. Katie you sang magnificently in her honor. I can see where you got your talent. Melissa, your words were so heartwarming and beautiful. I can see too, where you got your intellectual gift with words. I think of her often and will always remember her fondly. Always know that all the many treasured moments that you were so fortunate to have, will help you to remember that she is with you today and everyday.

jan gentile

June 14, 2011

Chuck, Katie and Melissa,
Our love for Linda will always be in our hearts and souls. She was a passionate, warm, caring, intelligent and loving friend to all that knew her. Loving her girls was the most important force in her life. Happy memories will always be in our hearts and she will forvever be a part of us. We were blessed to have been able to share paths together and may our deepest and heartfelt sympathies give you some comfort at this time. We love you!

~Jan, Nick, Nicole, Lauren, and Alex Gentile

June 14, 2011

Dear Aunt Pat, Uncle Joe, Katherine, Melissa, Bill, Sue & children, Patti, and all of the Haydu clan,

My thoughts, prayers, and memories are with all of you at this sorrowful time. There is no greater bond, love or loss than the one you are all experiencing other than the bond of love we share with God. May the knowledge that Linda in now with God bring you peace in the days that lie ahead. And may the memories all of you share bring you comfort.

Denise (McAvoy) & Mark Watson and family

June 13, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with all the Family Members.With Sincere Sympathy.
Joyce and Michael Moreau (McAvoy)

Beverly Noe

June 12, 2011

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Yesika Galvez & Family

June 11, 2011

Chuck, Katerine and Melissa, our prayers are with you during this difficult time.

June 11, 2011

Chuck, we share in sympathy with you and your family at this time - Steve Neale

Tobi Lutz

June 10, 2011

Chuck, keeping you and your family in my prayers during this difficult time. I'm so sorry for your loss.

Khadijah Wynn

June 10, 2011

To the Crawford and Haydu Family,
Sorry for the lost of such an intelligent, courageous, and passionate person. Linda will be missed as she brought smiles to those who knew her. May God continue to strengthen your family during this time. I will continue to lift you all up in my prayers. God Bless

Natalie

June 10, 2011

My prayer is that Linda is at peace in the arms of our Lord Jesus. I will not forget her kindness during my battle with cancer and am so sorry to hear of her passing. My heartfelt sympathies to your family.

sharon

June 10, 2011

Gone but not forgotten!

Don Morsello

June 10, 2011

Chuck, my thoughts are with you and your children during this difficult time. My condolences go out to your family for your loss.

Angela Crespo

June 10, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Paula Gonzalez

June 10, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you. May your memories and knowledge that she is at peace get you through this difficult time.

Al & Elaine Turner

June 10, 2011

Chuck, our condolences for your family's loss. May peace find your family during this sorrowful time.

Steve Weyrauch

June 10, 2011

Chuck, so sorry for your loss. May God grant you & your family strength during this difficult time.

Rico Rust

June 10, 2011

Chuck, Katherine and Melissa, our deepest sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this trying time. We wish you all of God's love, and that He will embrace and encourage you.

Rico and Erika

Marie Pretorius

June 10, 2011

Chuck, I am very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Irene Eaton

June 10, 2011

Chuck, I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your daughters. Irene

BARB ALECKNER

June 9, 2011

AUNT PAT, UNCLE GUBBY, BILLY, PATTI, MELISSA & KATIE,
YOU ARE ALL IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. KNOW THAT LINDA WILL NOT HAVE TO SUFFER ANYMORE.
LOVE/PRAYERS,
COUSINS "BOBBSIE", LINDA & MICHELLE

Michelle Isaacs

June 9, 2011

I will miss Linda for the fun, brave and smart person she was. I am grateful that I knew her. @>-->---

Billie Maddox

June 9, 2011

We are so sorry for your Loss. Peace be with you during this time. .we are Patti's Ky family. Kenny and Billie

Kris Fieldhouse

June 9, 2011

Linda you will be missed.

Cathie Stickna

June 9, 2011

May Linda's soul rest in peace. I knew her brother William when i worked at Memorial Regional Hospital. May her memory be eternal

Dale Powers

June 9, 2011

Melissa, Katherine and Family
May the memories you cherish stay in your hearts forever. God Bless

June 9, 2011

Linda....Rest in Peace!

Lisa Smalley

June 9, 2011

Linda you will be missed.

June 9, 2011

Joe,I'm so sorry to hear of your daughter,s passing. Fred Miller

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