May 10, 1945 - October 10, 2024
Visitation
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 15, from 4:00 8:000 p.m. at Moreland Funeral Home, 55 E Schrock Road in Westerville, Ohio. The Rosary will start at 3:50 p.m
Service
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Paul the Apostle Church in Westerville, Ohio on Wednesday, October 16 at 10:30 a.m.
George M. Crawford of Galena, Ohio, age 79, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 10 with his family at his side at the Hospice of Central Ohio at The Ohio State Wexner Medical Center.
He was born in Shreveport, Louisiana on May 10,1945 to George and Cecila Crawford. He was married to the love of his life, Arminda for 56 years. He retired from Lucent Technologies after 35 years of service and then served his community as a volunteer driver for Chalmers P. Wylie Veterans Outpatient Clinic. He was a proud member of St. Paul Catholic Church for 52 years and a longtime member of the Knights of Columbus.
He served as an officer for the Catholic War Veterans at the post, state, and national level. He had a great love for his family and country and served both in the Army and Air Force. George loved watching all his grandchildren participate in all of their favorite activities.
He is preceded in death by his parents, brother Mickey, sister Mary Lodato, and grandson Charlie. He is survived by his wife Arminda (Armi), daughters Theresa DeMatteo (Sam) and Emily Bliss (Jamie), sons Matt (Claudia), Mark (Caroline), Chuck (Carla), Stephen (Mandy) and David (Whitney), and 15 grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 15, from 4:00 8:000 p.m. at Moreland Funeral Home, 55 E Schrock Road in Westerville, Ohio. The Rosary will start at 3:50 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Paul the Apostle Church in Westerville, Ohio on Wednesday, October 16 at 10:30 a.m. with internment in Resurrection Cemetery with military honors.
The Crawford family extends their deepest gratitude to the doctors, nurses and aides at The James Cancer Hospital and Hospice of Central Ohio for their compassionate care.
In lieu of flowers, please make your donations to the Catholic War Veterans Charities of Ohio who assist veterans in need at 35 E Chestnut St. #510 Columbus, Ohio 43215.
Condolences
Marny & Steve Lemmel - Oct 16, 2024
We are sorry for your loss. We are glad that we had a chance to get to know and enjoy George and we will miss him. Our prayers are with the family as you rejoice that he no longer is in pain, but grieve that you don't have the daily pleasure of George's presence. Vobiscum pax Dei!
Fr. Ervens Mengelle - Oct 16, 2024
Dear Armi, my condolences for your loss and my prayers for the repose of George and the consolation and comfort of the family. In Christ and Mary,
John and Ann Quinn - Oct 16, 2024
So sorry to hear of your family\'s loss. Our deepest sympathy to the family.
Rachel Muha - Oct 15, 2024
Dear Armi and Family, I am so sorry to read about George passing away. What a sweet man...God bless you all. May George rest in peace. With love and good memories, Rachel
Mary Kate - Oct 15, 2024
Correction: While I am sure some aspects of Mickey's pig roast may have been infamous, I meant famous! 
Mary Kate Crawford-Mbengue - Oct 15, 2024
George was one of my dad’s dearest cousins. I grew up hearing my parents impressively talk about George’s many attributes. For instance, how George could rearrange luggage or any amount of bags to fit perfectly in the trunk and still have room leftover! I personally remember seeing George explaining to my dad how things worked or how to fix things in detailed drawings; he had the brain of an engineer. While I was not as close to George as many others were, I felt fortunate to have gone on two road trips with him: once when I was in 3rd grade to experience one of his brother Mickey’s infamous pig roasts (I will NEVER forget that trip!), and one just a few months ago to attend Uncle Frank’s memorial service. George was always gracious and kind to me during those long car rides. When I became a parent for the first time, my mother Glenda, 9 month old daughter Maeve, and I coincidentally ran into George in Armi on a flight back from Orlando to Columbus! Maeve was terrible and fussy as ever until George came to the rescue and entertained her; I was so grateful. I have to say my greatest memories of George was when we would attend “Crawford Madness”. George and Armi were wonderful hosts and it was something I always looked forward to. George definitely valued his family - not only Armi and his children, but his relationship with his siblings, parents, cousins, aunts, and uncles. He was a faithful servant to God and always the gentleman. I greatly respect him for his devotion to family and for serving our country in Vietnam. I know he is in heaven with our father now, but he will certainly be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with Armi, his children, and his 15 grandchildren. George was one of a kind - I am proud to have known him.
Miranda - Oct 15, 2024
I am so glad to have known George and been able to have him as my Godfather. He was such a a loving and caring person who I could always look to if I needed him. I will miss the time I had with him growing up but I am glad I have those memories of him and the time we spent together.
Jimmy Walsh - Oct 15, 2024
I was blessed to have known George and spend time with him and all of the Crawford family. God Bless all of you! Love, Jimmy ps the love in heaven 24/7 is the same love you feel when you hold your baby for the 1st time
Colonel (retired) Mike Ore - Oct 15, 2024
Matt, (and the entire Crawford family), I am deeply saddened by the loss of your father. Please accept my heartfelt condolences. To lose one’s father is an exceptionally difficult trial but I pray you can find some relief and comfort in knowing he is not suffering or in pain but instead he is being welcomed home.
John Michael Adelman - Oct 15, 2024
Prayers and condolences from the Josephinum community for the Crawford family, Christ is near (Psalm 34) to the downtrodden and brokenhearted - may the Holy Spirit console and comfort each of you during this time.
Ted and Linda Mosure - Oct 14, 2024
We are blessed to have known George and spend time with him and Armi during our events through Catholic War Veterans. May God bless George and the family. His was a life well-lived.
Linda Barleycorn - Oct 14, 2024
Armi and the Crawford family, I remember Mike and I talking with George many times when the children were in school together. My husband would talk with him about many projects that Mike was working on, George would always volunteer to come over to help Mike. My sympathies I know he will be missed by many.
Thomas M. Voytek, Dept of CT/Post 1562 Commander - Oct 14, 2024
Armi and Crawford family. I am so sorry to hear of George's passing. He was truly a warm, loving, and caring person, who was honest and of the highest integrity. We will all miss him. He is in my daily prayers.
Fr. Eric Wagner, CR - Oct 14, 2024
Dear Armi and the whole Crawford family, may our loving God comfort you at this time of loss. And may the Lord grant George a full share in the promised resurrection! Peace and prayers to you all at this time of loss.
Fr. Tyler Carter - Oct 13, 2024
I'm so sorry for your loss! George will be greatly missed. I'll be offering my Mass tomorrow (10/14) the repose of George's soul and the consolation of your family. God bless you! In Christ, Fr. Carter
Fr. Mike Lumpe - Oct 13, 2024
George was a fighter and full of life right up to the end -- and you journeyed with him along the way. A loving husband and father, you folks could not have asked for more! He is resting in the arms of our Lord.
Ginger West - Oct 13, 2024
This a great loss for the "Thursday Morning Breakfast at Lisska's gang! George will be missed but he's on his way to the Eternal Reward where there will be no more wailing or weeping or gnashing of teeth. Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and may Perpetual Light shine upon him. May he rest in peace.