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1934
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2011
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CAROL CRAWFORD Obituary
She was born July 30, 1934, in Carrigan Township, the daughter of John and Ruth (Wohosker) Wagner. Carol was a graduate of the Genoa High School. She married Keith B. Crawford on Nov. 1, 1952, in Genoa.
Carol worked at Utley's as a shipping clerk and at Auto Meter in Sycamore for over five years. She enjoyed cooking for her family – especially on holidays – reading and playing cards with friends.
Carol is survived by her husband, Keith of Genoa; two sons, Dennis Crawford of Genoa and Roy (Elaine) Crawford of Tyler, Texas; one daughter, Debra Crawford of Genoa; five grandchildren, Brian, Andrea and Abigail Crawford, Joseph (Amy) Dobzynski and Mindy Dobzynski; three great- grandchildren, Eileen, Hope and Landon; two sisters, Helen Scheffers and Marge Peterson; and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; and one brother, John "Jack" Wagner.
Funeral Services and burial will be private. Memorials for Carol Crawford can be made to OSF St. Anthony Hospice in care of the Slater-Butala Funeral Home, 132 W. Main, Genoa, IL 60135.
To sign the online guest book or leave a message of condolence, please visit www.ButalaFuneralHomes.com or call 815-784-5191 for any information.
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for CAROL CRAWFORD
Rosalie Haigh
October 27, 2011
Uncle Kieth; cousin's Dennis,Debbie, and Roy . Cherish all the happy memories with your wife , and mother.
October 26, 2011
Our deepest sympathy to Keith, Debbie, Roy and Dennis for your loss. We will remember you in our thoughts and prayers.
John and Sandra Andersen
Stephanie Peterson
October 24, 2011
I pray the love and support from family and friends along with an abundance of wonderful memories made together will bring you all comfort through this very difficult time. God bless you all!
Love,
Stephanie
Marylyn Scherer Payton
October 24, 2011
My sincere sympathy to all of you at the loss of Carol, wife, mother and grandmother. May you find comfort in recalling special memories of her life.
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Brenda Dailey
October 23, 2011
Deb, Keith and family, so sad to hear of the loss of Carol. She always had a smile! Our prayers are with you. Treasure the memories and laughs. Brenda and Rick Dailey
October 23, 2011
My sympathy to you Keith, Debbie, Roy & Dennis in the loss of your wife and mother. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. Mary Lou Miller
October 23, 2011
Debbie - Know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Barb McMillan and Sue
October 22, 2011
Dear Debbie: I am so sorry for your loss. I know how hard it is to loose your Mother. I still miss mine. I will be praying for all of you.
Christine Akins
October 22, 2011
My sincerest condolences to the family. May God comfort you with many lovely memories of happy times together.
Margie Peterson
October 22, 2011
In loving memory of a wonder sister. I will love you and miss you always.
nikki newsom
October 22, 2011
Deb, I'm so sorry to hear that your mom has passed away . You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers through this very difficult time.............Nikki (Pearson) Newsom
Chris Chintis
October 22, 2011
Uncle Keith
October 22, 2011
Debbie & Roy my thoughts and my prayers are with you and your family at this time...
Carolyn McIntyre
October 22, 2011
Debbie and Crawford family, My deepest sympathy on the passing of Carol. My prayers and thoughts are with you at this time. Carolyn McIntyre
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