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Barbara Crawford Obituary
Barbara Lynn Crawford, 72, passed away on December 23, 2025, at Danbury hospital surrounded by her loving family. Barbara was born in Greenwich, Connecticut on May 17, 1953 and grew up in the Pemberwick area of Greenwich, attended Greenwich schools, and resided in Greenwich until Barbara and her husband retired and moved to New Milford, Connecticut.
Barbara started her career in retail and banking, then focused on a career in childcare where she dedicated her time and energy caring for many children over the years. Barbara was a loving and generous person who enjoyed spending time with family and friends, knitting, crocheting, music, old classic movies, and crafting, in addition to solving her crossword puzzles. Barbara enjoyed being outside surrounded by nature, especially birds, and was a staunch advocate for the ethical treatment of all animals.
Barbara was the daughter of the late Robert (Mac) and Doris McGuiness and is survived by her devoted husband of 48 years William Crawford, sister Carol Dudas, brother Robert McGuiness Jr., sister in laws Theresa Rice, Sheila Hoffkins (Richard), Sandra Pane and brother in laws Michael Crawford and Christopher Brown (Kelly) in addition to many nieces and nephews that she adored and lovingly cared for over the years. Barbara was predeceased by her sister-in-law Kathleen Pease of Cape Cod.
The family would like to express their deepest gratitude for the excellent attentive care Barbara received from the doctors, nurses, and medical team members during her time at Danbury Hospital, with a special thanks to the Intensive Care Unit team.
Barbara was loved and will be greatly missed by her family and all that knew her.
Calling hours will take place on Friday, January 2, 2026 from 4-8PM at Leo P. Gallagher & Son Funeral Home 31 Arch Street Greenwich, CT. A funeral service will be held 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, January 3rd at the same venue. Interment will follow at St. Mary Cemetery, Greenwich, CT. Condolences may be offered at www.leopgallaghergreenwich.com
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Alma Smith
January 2, 2026
Dear Billy,
We were so heartbroken to hear of your loss
Barbara was a lovely person and will greatly missed
May she rest in peace
Wishing you peace and comfort during this difficult time
God bless ,
Alma Smith and Marie Micik
"The Olsen Sisters"
Linda Birdsell
January 1, 2026
Billy and family sorry for you loss Barbara was someone to look up to when growing up. I loved going over to wake up Bobby and catching a glance at Carol and Barbara. Good Memories
Audrey Weiss Ashley
January 1, 2026
Billy, Carol & Bobby & Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for GOD's strength and comfort for you in the coming days. Love and prayers
Lynn Weiss Andrighetti
December 30, 2025
Bobby, Carol and Billy, so sorry for your loss. I have so many memories growing up in the Valley and Barbara being at my house hanging out with my sisters. My mom loved her and was sad when she moved. May God comfort you at this time.
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Neil Palermo
December 30, 2025
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Rest In Peace Mrs. Crawford.
Harry Catanzaro
December 26, 2025
Billy, So very sorry...
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