Funeral services for J.C. Crawford were held May 4 at Roberson-Polley Chapel, Albany. Burial was at Fairview Cemetery, McFall. For many years, J.C. was in charge of the preservation/improvement of the Fairview Cemetery. It would be his wish, if a memorial is to be made, it be directed Care of Fairview Cemetery, Sharron Guest, 21167 County Road 103, Rea, MO 64480. Alternatively, to a recipient of your choice.
J.C. Crawford, 80, McFall, died May 1, 2009.
Mr. Crawford was born Nov. 25, 1928, not far from McFall in Gentry County. He was a graduate of Albany High School
Mr. Crawford served during the Korean War in Yokahama, Japan, on assignment to the Port Harbormaster, which coordinated military supply ships.
He spent his life on the farmstead in his primary occupation as farmer and rancher. He entered the National Plowing Contest and won the Missouri Level Land title in 1948.
He was married for 60 years to Carlene Ames, of rural Worth County.
Mr. Crawford was on the Albany R-3 School Board for 12 years, which included a term as president. He served several terms as board member of the Gentry County Farm Service Administration and served 12 years as board member of the District Rural Electric Cooperative. He dedicated more than 60 years to Masonic and Eastern Star activities, which included several terms as Worshipful Master. He also supported the local V.F.W Chapter.
Preceding him in death were parents, Curtis and Janet (Allen) Crawford; sisters, Opal Mays and Joan Custer; grandson, Luke Crawford; and granddaughter, Lacy Crawford.
Survivors include his wife, Carlene; two sons, Mark and Bryon; one sister, Ruby Crawford; four grandchildren; and two step-grandchildren.
