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John Crawley Obituary
Born in Central Falls, a son of the late Patrick J. and Mary (Lavin) Crawley, he resided in Pawtucket since 1953. He was a World War II and Korean War Navy veteran; he served aboard the aircraft carrier USS Ticonderoga. John served his country for 35 years and attained the rank of Chief Petty Officer. He was a letter carrier for the US Postal Service in Pawtucket until retiring in 1984. He was previously employed by the Saylesville Finishing Plant and the City of Pawtucket. John was a member and officer of the former James Stanton American Legion Post No. 5, Central Falls; member of Major Walter G. Gatchell VFW Post No. 306, Pawtucket and a member of the NALC.
He leaves two sons, John P. Crawley, Jr. and Patrick J. Crawley and his wife Mary, all of Pawtucket; two daughters, Elizabeth M. Baruch and her husband Benjamin of East Providence and Martha A. McNeile and her husband Stephen of Pawtucket; three sisters, Mary Matthews of Pennsylvania, Sister Eileen Crawley, PBVM of Central Falls and Catherine McCaffrey of Florida; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was the grandfather of the late Sean Patrick McNeile and the brother of the late Andrew J. Crawley.
His funeral with Military Honors will be held Friday at 9 a.m. from WILLIAM W. TRIPP Funeral Home, 1008 Newport Ave., Pawtucket, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in the Church of St. Leo the Great, 699 Central Ave., Pawtucket. Interment will follow at Mt. St. Mary Cemetery. VISITATION Thursday 4-8 p.m. If desired, gifts in his memory to The Tomorrow Fund, 593 Eddy Street, Providence, RI 02903, would be appreciated. www.trippfuneralhome.com
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Nancy Crawley
December 14, 2007
To John and Patrick and the entire Crawley family, I am saddened to hear of the loss of your dad. Your family has always been kind to my Crawley family, Andrew M was my father and Marion was my mom. All of you will be in my prayers. Nancy Crawley
Joanne Moreau Dionne
December 13, 2007
Martha & Beth, So sorry to read about the passing of your dad. My thoughts are with you all at this time.
TENANTS OF FORAND MANOR
December 13, 2007
TO THE FAMILY OF John P Crawley
No person is ever truly alone. Those who live no more,
Whom we loved, Echo still within our thoughts, Our words, our hearts.
And what they did And who they were Becomes a part of all that we are, Forever.
Deepest Sympathy
Eileen Steele-Farrell
December 13, 2007
We are so sorry for your loss. We have always enjoyed our visits to Rhode Island and spending time with Uncle John and his family, He always had good stories to tell and smile for us. Take care and God Bless!
Eileen Mack
December 12, 2007
To Uncle John's Family: Your family from Pennsyvlania was sadden to learn of his passing. His sister Mary was shock to hear the news of her brother and hopes he did not suffer.
With sympathy, sincerely The Mack's
Kate Cooper (LeClair)
December 12, 2007
Jason and the entire Crawley family we are so sorry for your loss, May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
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