Susan Crawford Obituary

Susan T. Crawford
April 3, 1955 - April 17, 2013 (58)
Resident of San Jose
Susan passed away gently at home after a long ordeal with terminal brain cancer. The cancer caused a massive stroke on August 19, 2011 which nearly killed her and left her with a significant disability. But Susan's hard work, strong faith, good humor, courage and love shone through until the very end; she lived a miracle on every front, living nearly 2 years - good years spent with family and friends - instead of the projected 3 to 4 months. Susan was surrounded by her loving family and her church community throughout her illness, and she knew that the wonderful, unwavering love and grace of Jesus would carry her through and home. She died at home, peacefully, with her husband and daughters.
Susan is survived by her husband of nearly 32 years, Rev. Jim Crawford, formerly pastor of San Jose First United Methodist Church in downtown San Jose, and her two beautiful daughters whom she loved beyond measure: Katye (26) and Rebecca (22). Before living in San Jose, where the family has lived for the past 22 years, Susan and Jim lived in Newcastle, CA (where Susan cared for her sister Barbara who died of breast cancer) and Modesto, CA (where Susan taught elementary school).
Moving to San Jose, Susan was first a stay-at-home mom and was very involved in Girl Scouts of America, Olinder Elementary, Hoover Middle, and Lincoln High schools. She then worked for many happy years as a part of the Hicklebee's bookstore team in Willow Glen.
Susan was born in San Francisco and grew up in Rancho Cordova, CA. She had a BA in Education and a lifetime Teaching Credential from Sacramento State, and a Special Credential in Reading from Stanislaus State. Susan is survived by her father Glen, brothers Glen, Robert and Mike, and sisters Janet, Paula and Marie. She is predeceased by her sister Barbara and her mother Barbara Sr.
Susan's memorial service will be held on Sunday, May 5th at 7:30pm at the Willow Glen United Methodist Church (1420 Newport Ave, corner of Minnesota and Newport). In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in Susan's honor may be sent to the memorial fund at San Jose First United Methodist Church, 204 South 15th Street, San Jose, CA 95112.

Published by San Jose Mercury News/San Mateo County Times on May 3, 2013.
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Susan was my 5th grade teacher at Holy Family school in citrus Heights, CA. I was just thinking of her a few days ago. She was so good to me and so caring. I'm sorry to hear she passed. My condolences to her family. She was a very special woman.
Jeannette

Jeannette Maass

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February 24, 2022

Dear Susan,
It has been awhile since you have passed, we can't believe you are gone. Things have been very crazy around here and it just did not sink in until now. That you are gone we won't be able to chat with you anymore, hear your laughter, even hear your voice. I hope you are at peace now dear Susan, as we are so many times reminded how short life can be.
With much love, Debbie and Rich

Rich and Debbie Carroll

May 25, 2013

My heart goes out to you and the girls...we are here with you in Spirit. Hugs.

Rod and Debi Brayfindley

May 8, 2013

You will be missed greatly, Aunt Susan. Thank you for inviting me into your family.

Tammy Miesner

May 3, 2013

In the journey of life some people leave a mark so deep that it becomes hard to forget them ... We will always remember you Sue and we will cherish our memories of you. You are forever in our hearts!

Cordova High School - Class of 1973

May 1, 2013

Jim,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My Mom and Dad would be heart broken

Jan & Bob Whitlach

April 28, 2013

PASTOR JIM AND Family I AM SO SORRY FOR YOU LOSS MY HEART AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. GOD BLESS

Mark Munoz

April 26, 2013

May God guide you home and bless you. We will miss you at every CSA gathering.

Tupou Fakava-Smith

April 26, 2013

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