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Lea Crawford Obituary
PEORIA - Lea Ann Crawford, 54, of Peoria passed away at 10:06 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 8, 2015, at UnityPoint Health-Methodist in Peoria.
Lea Ann was born in Peoria on March 6, 1961, to Loren T. and Lucille M. (Wilke) Crawford Sr.
She is survived by her amazing and loving daughter, Joscelyn Marie Lockwood (Michael Holzinger) of Peoria. Also surviving are her brother, Loren (Cindy) Crawford Jr.; and sister, Bonnie Bakin. Lea Ann was dedicated to her many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews and her many, many friends.
Her parents; a sister, Clair Abel; and brother-in-law, Ken Bakin, preceded her in death
Lea Ann attended Peoria Heights schools and cosmetology school and received her associates degree from Illinois Central College in 2011. She worked for many years for Aramark in Pekin schools and eight years at ICC in Student Services.
She wanted to be an organ donor, but she gave her whole heart to life.
Cremation rites have been accorded. A celebration of her life will be shared by family and friends at the home of Justin and Jessica Tharp, 1712 E. St. Jude Court, Peoria Heights, on Saturday, Nov. 14, from 2 to 5 p.m.
Memorials may be made in her honor to Easter Seals of Central Illinois.
To share notes of condolences with the family, visit www.peoriafuneral.com.
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Cindi Staples
November 11, 2015
I have seen and talked to LeaAnn many times over the years since high school. Every time it seemed like we saw each other the day before. She was such a sweet person and will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with all the family.
Mark Graven
November 11, 2015
One of my favourite students while teaching at PHHS. Thoughts go out to her family.
Tracey Brownell
November 11, 2015
I remember Leann from school. She was a kind person. I am so sorry for your loss.
Tracey Pankey
Loislee Turndr
November 11, 2015
MAY SHE IN PEACE. MY CONDOLENCES TO THE REST OF THE FAMILY
Cindy Cox-Siedlarz
November 11, 2015
Goodbyes are not forever. Goodbyes are not the end. They simply mean I'll miss you, until we meet again! Goodbye Lea Ann!
Sue Gutierrez
November 11, 2015
RIP
Condolences to the family
Susan Lukehart
November 11, 2015
Lea Ann, may you Rest in Peace.. To Loren and the family, many prayers, I am very sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of Lea Ann from school though we didn't really hang out. Gone to soon but in a much better place... God bless.
Heather (Thornton) White
November 11, 2015
So sorry for your loss, Crawford family. I remember spending time with your beautiful family as a child. God bless.
Rhonda Hadley
November 11, 2015
May you R.I.P. Lea Ann. You will be missed my friend. My thoughts and prayers to the family at this difficult time.
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