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Patrick Crawford Obituary
PATRICK L. CRAWFORD
October 16, 1953 January 21, 2020
Patrick L. Crawford loving husband, father and friend passed away on January 21, 2020 after a short but fierce battle with lung cancer.
He was born on October 16, 1953 in Tacoma, Washington. He lived in Washington, South Dakota and Iowa before making Colorado his home after serving 4 years in each of the Marines, Army and Navy. Of his many appointments in the various services, his favorite was serving as a corpsman in the Navy, stationed with the Marines. After his dedicated service, he started a career as an auto appraiser, working for USAA for 25 years, retiring in April 2015.
He met the love of his life Joyce Beck in 1993 and they married after a short courtship on September 3, 1993 (they knew they were right for each other from the beginning). Their 2 sons, Zachary and Samuel were his pride and joy.
Pat loved to read and often had up to 6 books going at a time. He enjoyed learning as much as he could and was a member of MENSA. His favorite pastime was shooting and he was a member of BLGC for over 25 years. He participated in NRA service rifle shooting matches for many years, achieving a ranking with the NRA as a Master. He was also a range officer and enjoyed teaching others how to shoot and be responsible with firearms.
Pat is survived by his wife, Joyce L (Beck) Crawford; his children, Zachary A Crawford and Samuel P Crawford. He is also survived by his siblings, cousins, other family members and many, many friends.
The family wishes that any monetary donations be made to Pikes Peak Hospice at www.pikespeakhospice.org
Celebration of life services will be held Saturday, February 1, 2020. Graveside service will be at 10:30 am at Fairview Cemetery. An open house for friends and family will be held from 12pm - 4pm at Latigo 13710 Halleluiah Trail, Elbert CO 80106. All are welcome to attend either or both events.
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Peggy
January 20, 2025
I can't believe it's been 5 years.... I saw you come up on my email and the first thing I saw was your smiling face made me smile but made me tear up at the same time I'll never forget those days at work And I never thought that I would be making the Memories and friendships that would last so long those were the days so many laughs. You would be crossing the drive in and you would just be staring at me but you couldn't hear what I was saying and you knew I was talking smack About U and you were just pointing at me and start laughing and we were just start laughing all of us Jason Annie me you we were the Blessed people in that place Because nobody was having more fun in there but us and of course Paul Glimco.... You were one of a kind. And I know we always tried to get together and there were a few times we did it but I'm grateful for The Times that we did because you were a great guy, And I feel proud to have known you and call you a friend. Love you Pat Crawford . Forever. Peggy
Lisa Stovner (Crawford)
June 14, 2021
So sad to hear of Pat’s passing, he was my biological father that I never had the opportunity to meet, if anyone would be willing to share about him to me I would love to know every single thing about him, he has a grandson as well, I was praying he would change his mind about meeting me, I thought we had more time for him to reconsider meeting us. Condolences to all who loved him.
Peggy Rinehart
January 31, 2020
What can I say about Pat, he made the workplace bearable, he was funny, and when he smiled everyone smiled...I am so happy that I was able to see him last Summer with Jason, I felt like we never were without each other, I remember saying who would have thought all 3 of us would be together again after 20 years. It was a blessing to have him in my life...He will be missed...Joyce I pray for you and the kids...Pat I will miss you buddy....
Shandra Hanchett
January 29, 2020
Joyce, I'm so very sorry to hear of Pat's passing! Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers! Take Care!
Robert Crawford
January 29, 2020
Love you brother.
Joe DeSalvo
January 28, 2020
Great person to know through the years. Knew Pat from auto apprasing
Memory L (Crawford) Severn
January 26, 2020
I love you brother. There are no words for how much I love you and how broken my heart is! Forever and Always my big brother! ❤ ❤
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