David Crawford Obituary
Greece: Wednesday, April 26, 2017 at age 57 after a 23 year battle with cancer. Predeceased by his dad, Donald; step-son, Johnny Palermo; father-in-law, Joseph Palmeri. He is survived by his loving wife, Patti Crawford; his son, David T. Crawford; stepchildren, Jennifer (Aaron) Alma and Rick Palermo; grandchildren, Brianna, Bailey & AJ Alma; mum, Beverly; brother, Dan (Cece) Crawford; sister, Kathy (Dave) Koroschetz; mother-in-law, Carol Palmeri; brother-in-law & sistersin-law, Joey & Sue Palmeri, Karen Schantz; nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and his little buddy, Simba.
Dave was owner/operator of Crawford Basements & Crawford Remodeling for over 30 years. He was also an inventor with a Patent pending.
Friends may call SUNDAY Only 1:00-5:00 PM at DiPonzio Funeral Home Inc., 219 Spencerport Rd., Gates. On Monday, May 1, all are invited to attend his Funeral Mass at 9:30 AM in St Theodore's Church, 168 Spencerport Rd. Interment, Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. For those wishing, donations may be made to James P. Wilmot Cancer Center, 300 East River Road, PO Box 278996, Rochester, NY 14627 in his memory.
A special thanks to the Burn/ Trauma Unit (ICU) at Strong Memorial Hospital.
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April 30, 2017
I believe Dave was one our valued customers at a local supply house. We hope his family and friends are able to find comfort and assurance during this time of grieving. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God bless you all.
Dan and Ann Derleth
April 29, 2017
Our deepest and warmest heartfelt condolences to Patti and your family during this difficult time. Our prayers are with you all. May Dave rest in peace now and watch over all of us...
mary jabe belk
April 29, 2017
What a wonderful inspiration Dave was. He forged ahead during the mist difficult times. He was a trooper like my mom who suffered with cancer many years. You are at peace and God bless your family.
Betsy Indivino
April 29, 2017
Patty, my deepest sympathy to you and your family. Your in my prayers.
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Sharon & Mike Perrotta
April 29, 2017
Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories of Dave to forever hold in your hearts.
Rosa Margevich
April 29, 2017
I'm a good friend of mum crawford, my deepest sympathy to all the family.
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