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Born in Philadelphia on Jan. 17, 1926, he was a son of the late Thomas and Annie Duncan Crawford. Robert was a graduate of Northeast High School, Philadelphia. He was an Army Air Corps veteran of World War II, serving in China. After the war, Robert attended Drexel University in Philadelphia. Robert started out as a toolmaker and would finish his career as a sales engineer for Lemuel R. Lance Inc., Philadelphia, where he worked from 1968 until his retirement in 2001. He had been a resident of the Back Mountain area since 1963.
Surviving are his wife of 64 years, the former Irene Stevenson, Dallas; children, Susan Crawford, Washington, D.C.; Thomas Crawford, Woodbury, N.J.; Margaret Crawford duBell, Doylestown; Lisa Quetsch, Mantua, N.J.; and Robert A. Crawford Jr., Valencia, Calif.; grandchildren, Stirling Dubell, Robert A. Crawford III and Phoebe Dubell; and several nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be at a future date to be announced.
The Crawford family wishes to thank the Hospice of the Sacred Heart, Mercy Center and the loyal caregivers for the care, kindness and support provided throughout Robert's illness. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Harold C. Snowdon Funeral Home Inc., 140 N. Main St., Shavertown.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Crawford
david ramsay
May 23, 2021
Robert's Grandmother Ann Struthers is the sister of my Great Grandmother Janet Struthers. Ann Struthers married Alexander Duncan. My Great Grandmother named her children after the spouses of her siblings. My Grandfather was Alexander Duncan Ramsay (wee Sanny).
Jim Regan
September 17, 2019
Mr. Crawford was one of the finest men that I have ever known. Being in his presence was to laugh, and wear a permanent smile. I have such wonderful memories of him, a tall figure full of fun from head to toe! His children bare testimony to the wonderful father and husband that he was, I will always miss this man.................
October 17, 2013
Dear Irene and Family,
It is with a sad heart that we send our
condolences in the loss of such a wonderful man. He touched our hearts in so many ways. Bob was the salesman emeritus of Lance Co.It was our honor to have known such a good man, true professional and a great dancer. Thanks for always letting me lead. We will keep him forever in our hearts.
Love,
Herb Sheppard
October 4, 2013
I worked with Bob at Lance since 1991 and he was always there for everyone; willing to pitch in and share that smile and "Crawford laugh". A true professional and so well thought of by all he came in contact with. They don't make them like Mr. Crawford anymore. My thoughts and prayers are with Irene and the Crawford family.
chris carlson
October 2, 2013
thanks for the memories Uncle Bob. enjoy your journey.
Marianne Frei
September 27, 2013
My sincere sympathy to Irene and all of the Crawford Family . . . I was lucky that he touched my life . . . Rest in Peace my friend . . .
September 25, 2013
Dear Irene and family,
Please accept my deep and sincere sympathy on your great loss. You are in my prayers. Irene Wisnieski
James Regan Jr.
September 24, 2013
To the Crawford Family,
The Regan family has also lost a family member, knowing Mr. Crawford for all of my life, he was present at all of our "major" events. Bob Crawford was a fine man and his sense of humor was unlike any other. We will miss him deeply.
My sincerest condolences to the Crawford family.
Linda Hincken
September 24, 2013
Tom
So sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family
Susie Moyer
September 24, 2013
Dear Susan, Irene & family,
I am so sad about your Dad's passing. My thoughts are with you all.
Maureen & Ed Krochalis
September 24, 2013
Dear Irene,
Our deepest sympathy to you and all your family.Bob was a gentle giant ,always so kind and welcoming ,a lovely man.May God bless you all in the coming days.
Maureen and Ed Krochalis
Mary Hession Matunis
September 23, 2013
Dear Irene, Susan, Tom, Margaret, Lisa and Rob,
I am so sad to hear of your dad's passing. I am so grateful that our parents were friends, it meant that our 2 families grew up together. Your dad always made me smile and he was incredibly supportive of all of you, but my family too. My life has been blessed by having your dad in it. Thank you for sharing him with the Hession family.
Susie Dobash
September 23, 2013
Irene and Crawford family - my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Joe Volinsky
September 23, 2013
The smile and signature "Crawford" laugh will be what I'll always remember.
Carol Vivian Ford
September 23, 2013
To the Crawford Family:
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with all of you. Sincerely
Metcalf Family
September 23, 2013
My condolences to the Crawford Family on the passing of your beloved Father,Grandfather and Husband. When we moved to Dallas back in 1996 he became my neighbor and a friend.I thought a lot Bob as a good neighbor and a good friend. I can still see him behind his bar and serving drinks to everyone,I know he loved doing that.
His pain is over. RIP BOB
John Tobias
September 23, 2013
Bob and family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Tom Considine
September 23, 2013
Tom and Rob,
My condolences on the passing of your father. My God's peace be with you and your familes. It has been a long time since our paths have crossed, hope all is well.
Judy Gomba
September 23, 2013
Dear Irene,
My thought & prayers go out to you & your family in this difficult time.
Thinking of you all.
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