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NORMAN V. CRAWFORD
Date of Passing: Sep 22, 2018
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryNORMAN V. CRAWFORD Norman V. (Biz) Crawford, aged 85, of Winnipeg, Manitoba, passed away peacefully September 22, 2018 with loved ones by his side. Norman was born in Sydney, NS and raised on the Whitney Pier by his mother and father, Bismarck and Georgina Crawford, along with his four brothers. As a youth, Biz was very athletic, enjoying many team sports; his favourites being hockey, baseball and track. Following high school, he was a teacher until the Air Force came to town to recruit. His dreams of being a pilot drew him into the military, where he served his country 22 for years with the RCAF, retiring in 1975. Biz raised his family in Winnipeg, where he remained for the rest of his life. An avid audiophile, fisherman and golfer, Biz enjoyed family time above all else. He rediscovered his faith in his early 50s, having served his Lord as deacon and treasurer of the Pilgrim Baptist Church, where he worshipped for over 30 years. He was predeceased by his father Bismarck and his mother Georgina Cambridge, stepfather Arthur Cambridge, and brothers, George, Percy (Spyder) and Carl (Campy) Crawford. Biz is survived by his brother Kenneth Crawford, daughter Debbie Madden, son Todd Crawford, daughter Janice Crawford (Steve), grandson Scott Crawford, many cousins along with numerous nieces and nephews who viewed him as the family patriarch. The family would like to thank the staff of the third and fifth floors of the Grace Hospital. "Who you are is wonderful, what you do is important". A memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, October 1, 2018 at Chapel Lawn Funeral Home, 4000 Portage Avenue. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Canadian Cancer Society in Norman's name. For those who wish to sign the online Guest Book please visit www.chapellawn.ca Chapel Lawn Funeral Home 204-885-9715
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Sep 29, 2018
Condolences & Memories (5 entries)
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Sorry, Bizz, I was not able to visit you in your home town, Winnipeg. But on the two wonderful occasions we spent together, at the family gatherings in Sydney, Nova Scotia, will always be etched in my mind and heart. You are dearly missed and will never be forgotten. Cousin Eddie Crawford - Posted by: Edward Crawford (First Cousin Once Removed) on: Nov 15, 2018
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Thinking of my cousin this day ...a wonderful man with a great sense of humour . You'll be missed cuz . - Posted by: jean whalen (cousin) on: Oct 01, 2018
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Janice....we send our most caring thoughts and sympathy to you on your Dad's passing. He is now at peace and in his eternal home. You have been a wonderful, caring daughter.....the many trips back to Winnipeg to help and spend time with your Dad. - Posted by: Pat & Al Pearsehouse (Your friend Scott's parents) on: Sep 30, 2018
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My deepest condolences Janice and Todd, your dad was a wonderful man and although we lived provinces apart I fondly remember his humour and kindness in phone conversations when I would call with updates on Nanny Walker. You both are in my prayers and hope you will always cherish the time you had with him. xoxox from the Maclean’s in Cape Breton - Posted by: Susan maclean (Uncle) on: Sep 29, 2018
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The best example of a man the Lord had to offer this world. You are deeply missed daddy, God speed, all my love always ❤ - Posted by: Janice Crawford (Daughter) on: Sep 29, 2018
