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1958
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2024
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Johnny Crawford Obituary
Johnny Crawford, age 65, passed away Monday, November 25, 2024 in Tyler at Christus Trinity Mother Frances after a brave battle with cancer. Johnny was born December 26, 1958 in Jacksonville, Texas to J.D. and Hattie Whitley Crawford and was married to his wife and best friend, Gloria for 42 years. Johnny took the reins of running East Side Towing from his father in 1987 and has been the owner and operator ever since. He spent every day going to work and doing exactly what he loved.
Mr. Crawford is survived by wife Gloria Crawford of Palestine, children, John Crawford (Tabitha) of Palestine, Cheryl Crawford of Palestine, and his beloved little dog, Nacho. Johnny was preceded in death by father, J.D. Crawford, and mother Hattie Whitley Crawford.
Johnny’s wisdom, humor and loyalty to those he loved will forever be missed. Many friends and acquaintances were made through years of Johnny working and servicing his community in and around Anderson County.
Funeral services for Johnny Crawford will be held at 2:00pm, Friday, November 29, 2024 at Bailey & Foster Funeral Home in Palestine. Visitation will begin at 1:00pm prior to the service.
Those honored to serve as pallbearers are Mike Goodman, Brian Jones, Steven Sigman, Daniel Smith, James Pace and Kenneth May.
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Betty Brattain
February 17, 2025
I still liston to Cindy's birthday I fell in love with him like many others I wept that he has passed. Maybe I'll meet you in my next life. Rip cowboy
Don McNeill
November 29, 2024
He was one of the nicest caring person you would ever want to meet and know. He will be greatly missed prayers for comfort and peace for the family
Julie Dickey
November 29, 2024
Gloria, Johnny will forever be remembered for his kindness and loyalty to others. My parents loved you both. He is surrounded by love ones.
Sharon WORLEY
November 27, 2024
Gloria, May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief and may our Father in Heaven give you peace and comfort you thru the days and years to follow. I’m so very sorry for you and your family’s great great loss. Lifting prayers
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Renee Whitley
November 27, 2024
We are so sorry to hear of Johnny’passing!! We are keeping you in our Prayers
Tonya Williams
November 27, 2024
I am so sorry for your loss... He was always such a nice man. He will be missed.
Twyla Moore
November 25, 2024
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Terry Raybin
November 25, 2024
Gloria, so very sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Dave and Terry Raybin
Kenneth Linda and William Earl Whitley
November 25, 2024
Prayers and love to Gloria and the kids during this difficult time and the days ahead. Will miss Cousin Johnny until we see him again one day
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Bailey & Foster Funeral Home - Palestine207 South Magnolia St., Palestine, TX 75801