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Claudette Irene Crawford

A celebration of life for Claudette Irene Crawford will be held on January 15, 2022, Noon, at the Assembly of Brookhaven. Visitation for the family will be from 11 a.m. until the time of service.

Mrs. Crawford, 82, of Brookhaven passed away at Haven Hall Nursing Home, December 29, 2021, in Brookhaven, MS. She was born in Harvey, IL, August 19, 1939, to Marvin James Wiers and Margaret Helen Reuille Wiers.

She was the owner and manager of two businesses along with her family, from 1960-1973, Superior Forest Lodge in Ely, Minnesota and from 1973-1979, Crawford Construction and Bus Company, also in Ely. She then moved to Mississippi and started work at Trustmark National Bank. She was there from 1980-1988 until moving to Jackson. She retired at the age of 78 with Irby Construction, where she was the Administrative Assistant from 1988-2017.

Mrs. Crawford, affectionately known as “Gramma Claudette”, is loved by many. Heaven has received a “Diva”. She will be greatly missed by her friends and family.

Mrs. Crawford is preceded in death by her husband of 47 years, Nick N. Crawford; her parents; brother, James D. Wiers; and sister, Bethel Y. Wiers.

Those who remain to celebrate her memory are her sons, James “Jim” Crawford and wife, Kathie, Edward “Ed” Crawford and wife, Debi, Nickie N. Crawford and wife, Rhonda, and Claude “Rusty” Crawford and wife, Missy; ten grandchildren, Chris Crawford Huffman , James Crawford Huffman , Thomas Crawford, James Brandon Crawford, Claudia Stein, Terri Lynn Lamport, Justin Crawford, Bethany Ballard, Christian Ian Crawford, and Delaney Crawford. She also leaves behind 14 great grandchildren as well as other loving family members and friends.

In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to The Gideons International, PO Box 1106, Brookhaven, MS 39602.

9 comments

  • Comment Link JUDITH NEWSOM TRUELOVE Thursday, 10 November 2022 21:31 posted by JUDITH NEWSOM TRUELOVE

    Claudette was a sweet cousin to Don and me. Our parents lived in Harvey, Illinois and attended Calvary Temple Assembly of God Church. She and Don played together since they were close in age. She loved having her hair fixed and her nails manicured and painted and wearing 10 bracelets. I loved her and miss her. Ernie and Jude Newsom Truelove, Winnfield, La.

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  • Comment Link Robert (Bob) Koch Wednesday, 16 February 2022 19:22 posted by Robert (Bob) Koch

    My dear Aunt Claudette. Although we lost touch with each other through the last few years, I will never forget her as an essential person in my youth. Our family visits to their home in Ely Minnesota are cherished memories. I know she is at rest with her Savior.
    God Bless

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  • Comment Link Robert (Bob) Koch Wednesday, 16 February 2022 19:20 posted by Robert (Bob) Koch

    My dear Aunt Claudette. Although we lost touch with each other through the last few years, I will never forget her as an essential person in my youth. Our family visits to their home in Ely Minnesota are cherished memories. I know she is at rest with her Savior.
    God Bless

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  • Comment Link Angie Saturday, 08 January 2022 16:39 posted by Angie

    I loved her. She was so kind to me, and everyone else. She was full of love.

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  • Comment Link Bill Korlath Saturday, 08 January 2022 13:29 posted by Bill Korlath

    Claudette and I were friends for many years. My comment above was meant to a different address. I will miss her greatly.

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  • Comment Link Pat Rolando Saturday, 08 January 2022 10:00 posted by Pat Rolando

    Fondly remember her as part of a trio at church with Naomi and Louise. And those boys! Quite the lively bunch. Lovely memories!

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  • Comment Link Tom and Becky Wetzel Friday, 07 January 2022 11:29 posted by Tom and Becky Wetzel

    When we moved to Ely in 1974 Claudette and Nick welcomed us with open arms at church. Claudette hosted a bridal shower for us . She shared the piano bench with Becky and encouraged us in Sunday school and childrens church.
    Such a sweet lady.

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  • Comment Link  Bill korlath Wednesday, 05 January 2022 10:22 posted by Bill korlath

    I’m having family medical emergency. Please stop test ing me

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  • Comment Link LaRonda Browder Wednesday, 05 January 2022 06:59 posted by LaRonda Browder

    She will be missed at Haven Hall. She was loved by all who can in contact with her. A true DIVA.

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