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Raymond Crawford Obituary
El Paso - With deep sorrow we regret to announce that Raymond G. Crawford, age 87, has fallen asleep in death as a result of complications from Covid19 on July 29, 2020, in El Paso, Texas.
Raymond G. Crawford was born on May 16, 1933 in Windfield, Kansas. He was the oldest of 7 children to parents Lillie Mae Crawford and Raymond G. Crawford. He graduated from Lincoln High School in Chickasha, Oklahoma. He lettered in both basketball and football. He attended Langston College in Oklahoma.
Raymond Crawford is survived by his wife and high school sweetheart, Shirley Y. Crawford, of 64 years; his sons Raymond M. Crawford, Ashton S. Crawford; his grandsons Jason L. Crawford, Evan D. Crawford, Killian X. Cortes-Crawford; sister Mary Ward; brother Floyd Crawford; 3 great grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews, family and friends.
He is preceded in death by his mother, Lillie Crawford, father Raymond G. Crawford, brothers Charles & Jerry Crawford and son Mark K. Crawford.
Raymond Crawford served in the U.S. Army for 21 years. However, his ministry as an Elder and Pioneer as one of Jehovah's Witness was where he devoted over 40 years of his life. He took great pleasure in the Prison Ministry of 15+ years at the Sheriff's Annex and Sanchez State Prison.
His family and friends will always remember him as a kind, compassionate, empathetic, generous and smiling person. He enjoyed traveling, music and his grandchildren.
A Memorial talk is scheduled for August 22, 2020 at 1:00 pm on Zoom. All are welcome to attend and can contact his son Raymond M. Crawford for Zoom ID number and Password information. The family wish to thank Sunset Funeral Homes and Fort Bliss National Cemetery staff for their professional and courteous assistance.
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Ellen Rodriguez
February 2, 2021
Ray was a wonderful person that taught my boys bible study. He was always smiling and had a wonderful honest way about him. He will be missed, but I know that I will see him again. Rest Ray.
Karen Crawford
December 31, 2020
Raymond was my father in law. I loved that man with all my heart because he always told the truth. Hope to greet you soon in the New World to come.
Volker and ples Schnitzer.Samantha and syd
December 30, 2020
He is a very loving and kind brother. we had the privilege of him staying with us a couple years ago passing through.he always put a smile on our face. Of course I met them in Germany in the 1970s I always call him and Shirley mom and dad. Until the resurrection dear brother.
Bertha Hamara
December 8, 2020
In loving memory of such a wonderful person. I will always remember your smile brother Crawford.
Patricia Medina
August 18, 2020
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. He was such a wonderful person to work with. Very hardworking! He will be missed. RIP Ray
Cordially,
Pat Medina.
Pat Lopez
August 18, 2020
My condolences to the Crawford Family on their loss of such a great man. He will be missed. May he RIP
Cordially,
Pat Lopez
Ex JC Penney employee
Jose Villasana
August 17, 2020
Ray and I worked together at the JCPenney at Cielo Vista mall. He was a great mentor in developing my leadership skills. Will always remember his great smile and laugh. Rest In Peace my friend.
Colonel Ed Malone
August 17, 2020
Ray Crawford did more than any other NCO in educating and mentoring me ( 2Lt then) in two HAWK assignments In Okinawa and Korea. After over 50 yrs he still shines in my memories. A super man.
Maria L Juarez
August 16, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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