Obituary of Jessie Crawford

The passing of Jessie Alberta Crawford of Fredericton, NB, wife of the late Reginald Crawford occurred on Tuesday, March 17, 2015 peacefully, after a short illness at the York Care Centre. Born on August 30, 1916 in Woodstock, NB, she was the daughter of Frank and Elizabeth (Colwell) Robinson. She was a member the WCTU. Jessie had her 50 year certificate of the Salvation Army Home League. She loved to act, sing and had a wonderful sense of humour. Jessie is survived by her sons, Donald Crawford (Glenda) and David Crawford (Connie) all of Fredericton, NB and Harold Crawford (Christine) of Saint John, NB; grandchildren, Philip, Peter, Andrew, James and Emily Crawford; sisters in law, Rena Crawford of St. Stephen, NB and Hazel Crawford of Fredericton, NB; several nieces and nephews. Besides her parents and husband, she was predeceased by her half brother, George Barnes. Visitation will take place at York Funeral Home, 302 Brookside Drive on Friday, March 20, 2015 from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. A Funeral Service will take place at Salvation Army Fredericton Community Church, Saturday, March 21, 2015 at 3 pm with Rev. Peter Thomas officiating with Major Larry Goudie and Mrs. Goudie assisting. Interment will take place in Lincoln Cemetery at a later date. For those who wish, remembrances may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association. Personal condolences may be offered through www.yorkfh.com