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Wichita Falls - Johnny T. Crawford, 90, of Wichita Falls passed away Thursday, March 26, 2020.
A private family graveside will be held on Monday, March 30, 2020. Arrangements are under the direction of Owens and Brumley Funeral Home of Wichita Falls.
Johnny was born on July 25, 1929 in Wichita Falls to the late W. T. and Nannie Ethel Crawford. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy. Johnny married June Fortner on February 1, 1949 in San Jose, California, and the couple were married for 71 years. Johnny went to work for his father at the age of 21 at Crawford Painting and Drywall, and continued in the business until his retirement. Johnny was elected as Mayor of Iowa Park in 1976. He loved to fish with the family, and kept busy with various projects constantly. Johnny's love for flying was a passion for him, He flew for the business trips mostly then pleasure trips for the family. Many of his friends have said .. the best pilot I have flown with.. The couple were members of the Seventh Day Adventist Church. Johnny will be remembered as a loving husband, father, and grandfather.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Johnny is survived by wife June; children Gary Crawford and Kathy, Kristie Gaines and Pat, and ( John) Jon Crawford and Kay Stevenson Moore; eighteen grandchildren; twenty one great-grandchildren; siblings Dub Crawford, Mary Ann Nolen, Cecilia Miley, Clyde Crawford, Andy Crawford and Gale, Jane Styles and Dave, and Nancy Pond and Larry, along with numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.
The family requests in lieu of flowers, memorials be made to Hospice of Wichita Falls, 4909 Johnson Road, Wichita Falls, Texas 76310.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.owensandbrumley.com
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Donna Ratliff
May 1, 2021
I watched the shows as a young girl, and now at 65 i watch The Rifleman everyday @ 3 to 4 in The afternoon. R.I.P.
Tammy Smith
April 8, 2021
I watch your tv show still today and I'm 50 years old. I love the show. Didn't want to miss it. You are the most handsome little boy I have ever saw.
Tracy Park Ross
April 26, 2020
My Heart goes out to the entire Crawford Family.my thoughts and prayers are with you all.June my sweet friend,may God wrap his arms around you and comfort you during this difficult time.He will be missed.
Bob Evans
March 31, 2020
So sorry for your loss. Johnny was sure a fine man, enjoyed the time with him.
March 31, 2020
So sorry, I loved johnny like a brother. Pete Koonce
Heather Crawford
March 30, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person, who I was happy to call my great uncle.
We will love you and miss you always.
Doug & Victoria Bogenrief
March 30, 2020
We are sorry to hear that Johnny passed he will be missed. Our condolences go out to the entire family during this sad time we pray that everything is going well and that Johnny's memory will be with you all in the future without him. Once again our condolences during this sad time but we pray that happiness is found with you all and God bless you
Doug & Victoria Bogenrief your friends in Christ
Susie Zumwalt
March 29, 2020
Im so sorry to learn of the loss of your beloved brother, father, great grandfather and other family members. I know that he will be deeply missed. Pray fully, Susie Zumwalt
Thomas Pace
March 28, 2020
Goodbye my adventurist friend of High School School Years. Memories remain of those early days with June and you. Special condolences and my love to June! Peace to all!
Debra Wiist
March 28, 2020
I thought he was such a nice man. A great leader of our church when I was growing up. Sorry for your lose.
Connie Sisk
March 28, 2020
May God comfort all of you in the days ahead. I will always treasure knowing and working for Johnny. Always a kind man with a smile! Prayers for all of you.
Jane Styles
March 27, 2020
Our Precious Brother Johnny ,Oh ,How You Were ,and Are Loved ,
I Will Miss your Everyday , Until We Are All Reunited, With Jesus In Heaven
I , Was So Blessed ,To Be Your Lil Sista as you So Fondly Called Me , I Will Forever , Be Grateful, To Have Had you For My BIG BROTHER , My Rock , Our Family Rock ,Which You So Proudly, and Honorably Held !
Rest In Peace With Jesus Until His Return
Come Soon Lord Jesus
Lil Sista Jane ( Janie )
Cecilia Crawford Miley
March 27, 2020
My sweet precious brother, I will never quit missing you and the love of a brother you always and never failed to express! Oh! How I wanted to hug, hug, and hug you today. My comfort is knowing youve seen Jesus❤Your creator and Savior you so believed in and never failed to share Him with us all. Psalms 23:4 I praise our Heavenly Father for the promises He promises so freely❤ I love You and our family so much❤
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