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David Crawford Obituary
David S. Crawford, a 25-year police veteran of the St. Petersburg Police Department, became the third St. Petersburg police officer to be shot and killed in the line of duty in less than a month.
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for David Crawford
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Twelve years ago you were taken from us way too soon. The challenges and difficulties of this career we chose are hard to perceive for so many, but you stayed on the front lines and always made a difference. We remember you fondly and as always we pray for peace.
Former squad members Roger and Stephanie
Roger M
Work
February 21, 2023
I will always remember you David, laughing and riding bikes...we were young and our life stretched out before us so our spirits were lite. I hold this image of you in my mind and heart. I am grateful that I met you on this life. I know you cared about CASA-the organization that helps women and children from domestic violence so I will do my part...just because of you. Thank you David, for everything. XO Jerrie Spencer
Jerrie Spencer
September 11, 2012
Words can not express how sad I am. David was my oldest friend, I knew him since I was born. Our mothers were best friends. While I am truly heartbroken, as we all are, my thoughts and prayers go out to his family, friends and coworkers at this time. I wish I had the right words to express my deep sympathy for the loss of this wonderful man. He will be missed but never forgotten.
Marla Weaver
June 6, 2011
Go with GOD my friend.
LEO
BOB BELIN
April 12, 2011
How tragic. I am so sorry for your loss. I'm curious if David at one time in elementary school, attended Canajoharie school.
Wanda Gifford
March 20, 2011
How awful I felt to hear what happened,again, to a fine police officer in this city, My thoughts and prayers are with you all, Sincerely, Dottie Breckenridge
March 18, 2011
We are shocked and saddened by the loss of yet another fine officer. Our condolences to his family and friends. We thank the fine officers who put their lives at risk daily to protect the law abiding citizens. Our prayers of safety will always continue for all the officers of the law. You will never be forgotten.
Dan Gullett
March 13, 2011
My condolences to the family and friends of Officer David Crawford.
May his service, dedication, and sacrifice to the community never be for forgotten.
Dennis Parr
March 11, 2011
To the Family (at home and at work) of David, our prayers still continue to be with you. I wish for strength and comfort in your future. Xena
Xena Brown
March 9, 2011
RIP, Brother. My deepest sympathy to your family and friends.
Todd Moose
March 5, 2011
A very sad day
Vinny walker
March 5, 2011
To the Family of Officer David Crawford,
Kindly accept my deepest sympathy and prayers at this time of loss. May the many offers of support and love around the community be a source of comfort and peace.
Sr. Marita Flynn, OSF
Sr. Marita Flynn,OSF
March 4, 2011
My deepest sympathy goes out to my brother Officer David Crawfor rest in eternal peace and I hope his love ones find comfortin in my prayers. Donald Bragg Prospect P.D. Ct. retired.
Donald Bragg
March 3, 2011
David Crawford may you Rest in Peace!! My thought's and prayers go out to your family and your co-workers. Thank you for serving our community!!! You are now in God's hands!! R.I.P
Amber Foster
March 3, 2011
VINCENT WALKER
March 3, 2011
David, I want to thank you for your hard work and dedication, for protecting and serving the people. The love that you had for your job is very much noticed and appreciated by many. To the family, friends, and fellow officers, I'm so sorry for your loss and will continue to remember you in my thoughts and prayers.
Rebecca Beggs
March 2, 2011
Our prayers to your family from your family in Roanoke, VA
nan keenan
March 2, 2011
My prayers for his family and co-workers.
Gary Miller
March 2, 2011
May the Lord bless and keep you, David. Those of us left here will ensure your family is well taken care of. Your efforts will never be forgotten, your memory will never fade. Rest well my brother, rest well.
Det. David Johnson
March 2, 2011
God Bless Officer Crawford's family. Thank you for sharing him with the St. Petersburg community for the last 25 years. I am eternally grateful to him and all the police officers of Pinellas County. They put their life on the line everyday to protect us. My heart and prayers are with your family. David Crawford is a true hero! God Bless and keep you all.
Bea Eschenfelder
March 2, 2011
Dear David's family I'm deeply sorry for you're loss and from what I've seen the loss of a great fellow Law Enforcement Officer I'm a fellow LEO and survivor and I'm going to tell you this is no time to be a hero your husband did that so take a deep breath and take all the help fellow officers and there family's are offering this will be hard to do but look at it like this you will help others heal as much as yourself we are all here for you and your family please use us no matter what it is from dinners to mowing the lawn anything at all we want to be used I thank David for his dedication and passion much love to you and your family sincerely Phil Ind
Phil Indelicato
March 2, 2011
"From everyone who has been given much, much will be demanded; and from the one who has been entrusted with much, much more will be asked." Dave gave his all and he will rewarded in Heaven. To Dave's family and to the law enforcement family if you believe in a higher calling, then you would understand that Dave has been promoted to a new position as one of God's chosen protector of the Kingdom, a new angle in Heaven. There is a new badge in the sky, a new shining star that you can look up every night and know that Dave's on the job. May God bless and keep everyone of you in Jesus name I pray
Eugene Smiley
March 2, 2011
To the Crawford Family,
I hope that you find peace knowing that Dave Crawford was a well respected man of the St. Petersburg Police Department. Words cannot ease your pain or replace the loss that you have had to endure. "God Speed", may he "Rest In Peace".
Scott Shore
March 2, 2011
As a survivor and active Law Enforcement Officer I wish I could tell you it gets easier. I can't, but what I can tell you is that every day you wake up and continue to move forward David's legacy and memory move forward with you. I thank David for his dedication and passion and I thank you, his family, for continuing during this trial. Hold your head high and know that David is a true hero.
Patrolman Andrew Zamudio
March 2, 2011
To the family ... What can one say when this happens to another family, and not to yourself? The immense loss, the emptiness, the void in the minds, hearts and souls of the Crawford family ... Memories, photos, horses, kitty's, may fill some, but never all. Above all, family, you have one another, be there when being there is needed. You have to hold on to what you've got. Cherish, protect and keep your husband, your daddy within you every day, every hour, every minute until you are reunited.
God Bless And Keep You All.
F & B.
SPPD R.P.
Becky and Fred Harriman
March 2, 2011
Our hearts and prayers are with your family and agency. We'll continue the fight as you watch over us brother, RIP.
Fred L.
March 1, 2011
May God bless you. You have given the ultimate sacrifice for your City and fellow man. I have attended way too many of these and as my career winds to an end I can only pray that I make it.
Your family has made a great sacrifice throughout your career as my family well knows and now faced with this I hope that they can take some solice in the knowledge that you died doing what you loved to do for yourself and for them to be so proud.
Rest now David, we have the watch from here.
Sgt. Steve Hamilton
March 1, 2011
To the Crawford Family and Friends,
I am so sorry for your loss. May God Bless all of you.
Deputy Matthew Goncher
March 1, 2011
Rest In Peace Officer Crawford, may your family be at peace knowing that you were on the job protecting the public that you served so well. My prayers go out to you and your family.
R. Stone
March 1, 2011
Thoughts and prayers to the family, friends and agency. The grief felt by the SPPD over the loss of the three heroes has reverberated throughout the whole LE community. Stay safe, God bless.
Augie M.
March 1, 2011
To Amanda and Lori you have lost a husband, father and friend. I am so very sorry for your lost. I continue to keep you in my prayers. To Mrs. Crawford my heart grieves for you deeply. Two beautiful families have suffered a terrible loss. I wish I had words of wisdom to help ease your pain but there are no words. Only God and time can help to that void in your hearts and lives. David died an honored hero in the line of duty. A hero to many but none as loved as you.
God Bless,
Sandy LaBelle
Sandra LaBelle
March 1, 2011
Our hearts go out to your family. We lost a sister officer on Jan 01,2011 in Clark County Ohio. Our prayers are with your family.
Deb Burchett
March 1, 2011
Rest In Peace Brother
Darrell Dunn
March 1, 2011
May the lord hold and keep you in his loving arms, thank you for your service.
Bernadette Rollins
March 1, 2011
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Debbie Hobbs
March 1, 2011
God Bless your Family, take the time you need and grieve the way you feel you need to, there is no right way. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. He will be missed.
I&M Barnes
March 1, 2011
REMEMBER ME
To the living, I am gone;
To the sorrowful
I will never return,
To the angry, I was cheated,
But to the happy, I am at peace.
And to the faithful
I have never left.
I cannot speak, but I can listen
I cannot be seen,
But I can be heard.
So as you stand
Upon a shore gazing
At a beautiful sea,
As you look upon a flower
and admire its simplicity.
Remember me;
Remember me in your heart
Your thoughts and your memories
Of the time, we loved,
The times we cried,
The times we fought,
The times we laughed.
For if you always think of me
I will have never gone.
May your precious memories forever keep our loved one close.
Debbie
March 1, 2011
God Bless Officer Crawford's family and friends during their bereavement and give them peace and comfort.
Juanita
March 1, 2011
TEARS DROPPED FROM THE SKY TODAY. AS THEY
LAID OFFICER DAVID S CRAWFORD TO REST.MAY
YOU REST IN ETERNAL PEACE,AND YOUR LOVE ONES FIND COMFORT IN OUR PRAYERS.
RAYMOND TORO
March 1, 2011
Bless your family may you find confort from all who think of you. martha tampa
March 1, 2011
R.I.P. Ofc Crawford. my prayers are with the family. god bless all of the St. Petersburg PD for having to go through this
T Goos
March 1, 2011
For a brave Hero a somber goodbye. And for a caring,loving family man we will pray for your family to heal in time. And for Officer Crawfords fellow officers we will pray for them and support them for you. Thank you Officer Crawford for your dedicated service. God Bless you. Thank you. Many blessings to your family.I will miss your presence at the Rays games.
Chris Schenkel
March 1, 2011
Mrs. Crawford and family - we are a family of police officers from N.Y., Seattle, St. Pete - please accept our deepest condolences on the loss of your very dear husband. We are praying for you, and your loved ones. Your husband is now with our Lord and blessed is he.
The Gordon family, Palm Harbor, Fl.
Jeanne Gordon
March 1, 2011
RIP. Many blessings to the family.
Shawn
March 1, 2011
Our prayers are with your family and all the police in this country. You will be missed.
Diana Jennings
March 1, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with Officer Crawford's family. God bless you. May he rest in peace.
March 1, 2011
~R.I.P Officer Crawford~ May God Bless your family, friends, and Co-workers bringing them peace during this time. Thank you!
Betty Kendrick
March 1, 2011
No words can express how sad and empty we feel. Thank you for YOUR Ultimate Sacrifice. Thank you to the Crawford family and to all who serve and protect, the Lord's peace be with you. We are proud to citizens of Saint Petersburg because of you and the men and women of the Saint Petersburg Police "Peace" Office. Rest in peace with God.
Joe & Victoria Herr
March 1, 2011
RIP Officer Crawford!!!! Hero.....
Arun Reddy
March 1, 2011
Daivd Crawford May you rest in peace and MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AND ALL OF YOUR COLLEAGUES. thanks for your serice. God Bless.
Connie Russo
March 1, 2011
You fought the fight that few of us are brave enough to fight. Thank you for having the courage and conviction to fight for justice. I am a law enforcement wife and I know the risks my husband takes everyday to stand up for what he believes in. We will pray for your family to receive strength and comfort. You are with God now and at his side, where heroes belong.
Lynne Richard-Brown
March 1, 2011
R.I.P. Officer Crawford.
moses campa
March 1, 2011
Rest in peace brother in blue. You will be missed.
Mark Levene
March 1, 2011
my deepest sympathy for the family and the department of this officer.it is another sad day.
st. Clair county Alabama sheriffs office.
mark goodenough
March 1, 2011
Thank you for all you have done for our community we are a better city because of officers like you. You will be missed but never forgotten.
Dee Marshall
March 1, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless.
Shannon
March 1, 2011
R.I.P. Officer Crawford.
Samantha Lewis
March 1, 2011
May you rest in peace, and god bless your family.
F.J. Burke
March 1, 2011
Rest in Peace Officer Crawford. Thank you for your service.
Gary Hughes
March 1, 2011
RIP Officer Crawford. God Bless your family, friends, and colleagues. Thank you for your service.
Lenora and Bob Maestas
March 1, 2011
Rest in peace brother.
W.R. Brown
March 1, 2011
RIP Officer Crawford. Thank you for your service.
March 1, 2011
I can't believe we have lost another beautiful angel. I can't tell you I know how your feeling. I can only express the loss of another brother. I hope with your faith you can somehow go on and remember your husband and father is in a better place. He can feel no pain
Jennifer Diaz
March 1, 2011
We can only imagine the grief his personal and professional families are enduring at this time. An angel taken too soon. May his life be remembered always and the good he did never taken for granted.
Lisa Bailey
March 1, 2011
I understand all to fully the pain that Officer Crawfords family is going through. After the loss of my brother Matt Williams and K-9 DiOGi (eow 9-28-06) I only found comfort in knowing how much he did for our community. From all accounts, officer Crawford was also a huge part of the community. Always remember that it isn't his death that made him a hero, it was the life he chose to live. Today, he is walking the streets of gold with so many others who gave their lives so that we could all be safe. A Man Remembered Never Dies!
Joe Williams
March 1, 2011
My fondest thoughts and most sincere prayers to the family of Officer Crawford. I have had conversations and interaction with him throughout my years in the city. A fine man who devoted his life to the citizens of St. Petersburg.
A fan of SPPD
March 1, 2011
March 1, 2011
St. Petersburg Police Dept. has lost another good police officer. My prayers our with David S. Crawford's family and friends. Rest in Peace..
The Adlers, Spring Hill, Fl
Val Adler
March 1, 2011
I'm so very sorry to hear about the death of Officer Crawford. This is a tragedy for the Officers Family and the City of St. Petersburg Police Department.
David Potts
March 1, 2011
Dianne Mohr
March 1, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. May God help you stay strong and watch over you.
Bonnie
March 1, 2011
Thank-you for your service to man. Rest in peace.
Richard Maass
March 1, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with the Crawford family and the St Petersburg Police Dept.
Dinah Milner
March 1, 2011
I am an ER RN who had the opportunity to encounter Ofcr Crawford in his official capacity. My heart goes out to his family! Words can't describe the sorrow I feel after just brief encounters with this likeable man. Thank you Ofcr Crawford, but we can't reward you as He will & I know that you are safe in His arms!
Dot Dion
March 1, 2011
For a touching ceremony of Officer Crawford and hoping God will continue to protect our Police Officers in Pinellas and Hillsborough Counties and beyond! God Bless.
C K
March 1, 2011
Thank you for serving our community and keeping our streets safer. May your family find peace in knowing you died doing what you loved. Rest in peace Officer Crawford.
Jean
March 1, 2011
So sad this has happened again should not happen like this. I pray for family and friends and for all officers we love you all. The police not thought of till you need them and we all need them. Thank you.
Marie coventry
March 1, 2011
I am so sorry to Officer Crawford's family and friends. I hope that they can get through this together. Just know that he is viewed as very heroic to put his life on the line to protect the rest of us.
The Foxes
March 1, 2011
Sympathy to the Crawford Family and St.Pete Police officers , you have lost another hero, he's now an angel above. Thank you to all Police Officers for what you do.
k webb
March 1, 2011
A man of distinguished courage or ability, admired for his brave deeds and noble qualities. A person who, in the opinion of others, has heroic qualities or has performed a heroic act and is regarded as a model or ideal. This is David Crawford. It also describes every officer who risk their life every day to protect all of us. We too are a law enforcement family. May God surround you with comfort and grace during this time. Thank you for your brave service. God Bless... M Miller and family
M Miller
March 1, 2011
Our hearts and prayers go out to all the families involved. We can only begin to understand your pain. His brothers will take the watch from here.
Sgt. Pfaltzgraff
March 1, 2011
I'm sorry for the loss of a great officer. Its brave men and women like you that motivate me to go forward in my career to protect and serve. To know that you are watching over us and keeping us safe. Thank you for your service and you'll be dearly missed.
Cody Kovacic
March 1, 2011
Worst nightmare of a police officers family; just know he is a hero to all of us. No words can help in a time like this, but know we are all thinking of you and your daughter. My heart goes out to you.
Mother of a St. Pete Police Officer
March 1, 2011
Love to the family, friends and co-workers as they bury a hero.
The Dieter Family
March 1, 2011
I wish to express my most sincere and heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Officer David Crawford. Officer Crawford died in unselfish service to his fellow man, and is therefore a hero to all law abiding and decent people. Your sacrifice is huge and will never be forgotten! May God bless and keep your family and may you find peace in the fact that many, many people love and appreciate David, and also recognize and hold dear what he stood for, and gave his life for.
Jeffrey Rawson
March 1, 2011
To the family of Officer Crawford and to the brave men and women of the St. Pete Police Department: We are so saddened by yet another death of one of our own. Please know that many of us feel that you are not compensated or valued nearly high enough for the noble work you do in protecting our city and her citizens. May a tragedy like this never be repeated. Rest in peace, brave protector. May your memories of him help to ease your grief.
Emily Seaman
March 1, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with the family, as well as with the St Petersburg Police Department. Thank you for your service Officer Crawford. . .RIP.
Joanna Cristalli
March 1, 2011
My heart just breaks with the loss of ANOTHER FINE HERO who was just keeping us all safe. Rest In Peace Officer Crawford. You are truely an Angel. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family, friends, SPPD and officers everywhere. STAY SAFE.
Maryann and Kurt
March 1, 2011
My deepest sympathy to the family,Friends and Co-Workers of Mr.Crawford... My prayers are with you . RIP Mr. Crawford
Kristin Seese
March 1, 2011
Saying Goodbye!
RIP officer Crawford - You are a TRUE hero - as all the Men and Women that protectus... GOD BLESS, M
Margie Schulz
March 1, 2011
Procession getting ready - God Bless
Margie Schulz
March 1, 2011
Saying good bye - RIP
Margie Schulz
March 1, 2011
My heart goes out to you and your family, may you rest in peace.
Greg Newton
March 1, 2011
To the Crawford family and the SPPD family: I'm so sorry for your loss--Your hero taken way too soon. Rest in Peace Brother in Blue.
Stacey Fifer
March 1, 2011
So sorry thst this had to happen. It is heard on all of us who live in sT.Ptersburg too. God will be with you through this too.
Larry Kirsch
March 1, 2011
My family and I are heartbroken just looking at the picture of you Mr. Crawford. We know you were a hard working, decent, brave man - and the world is a lesser place without you. God bless your survivors and give them. strength.
KAT
February 28, 2011
Our deepest sympathy to the family my family and i are very sorry for your lost i was actually on vacation in tampa when this happened and watching the news its devestating tragedy for a fallen hero again our prayers....
Gessenia Rivera
February 28, 2011
My heart hurts over this whole ordeal. My thoughts go out to Mr.Crawford's wife, daughter, family, and friends.I hope you rest in peace David.
Tasha Reeder
February 28, 2011
So sorry, for you did not deserve this untimely end. Peace
Ray Rutherford
February 28, 2011
We honor the memory of Officer Crawford, and his heroic service to his fellow man.
You're in our thoughts and prayes.
A & R Walker
February 28, 2011
Your love and friendship in the people of our community will live on and on, in your family, friends, and us, your admirers. God pless, and enjoy Heaven.
Ann Stevens
February 28, 2011
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