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Harley Crawford Obituary

Harley Jay Crawford, 82, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on November 26, 2008. Graveside services will be held 1 p.m. on Friday, December 5, 2008, in Sherwood Memorial Park. The Rev. Ronald Morris will officiate. The family will receive friends at the cemetery immediately following services. Arrangements by Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131.
Published by Roanoke Times from Dec. 3 to Dec. 4, 2008.

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Casey and Joan West Bork

December 5, 2008

Dear Steve, Judy, and grand and great-grandchildren,
We just found out this morning about Harley's passing. We are both so sad about Harley and that we can't be with you or even send flowers at this late time. My family (Joan's) did not make the connection, until my sister saw the information in the paper and called. We both loved Harley, as we loved Joyce. I'm glad I (Joan) was able to see Harley at church two weeks ago when I was in Roanoke. Now, of course, I wish I could have joined him for lunch at Wendy's with his friends from church. He was surrounded that day by so many people...both children and adults , who embraced him and called out greetings. He was a true gentleman, appreciated by everyone...he will be missed. We have such sadness that Joyce and Harley are no longer in our lives. Barely a day passes that I don't think of my dear friend, Joyce, and how she and Harley were such wonderful friends and neighbors back on Keithwood Drive. They made a difference in our lives. Our thoughts and prayers will be with all of you. With fondest memories of a wonderful friend, Casey and Joan

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