Mr. Douglas Richard Crawford

June 7, 1950 - December 8, 2019

Douglas R. Crawford (June 7, 1950 – December 8, 2019) Formerly of Galax, VA. passed away in the Virginia Veteran’s Care Center, Roanoke, VA. Doug was preceded in death by his parents, Clinton & Lena L. Crawford; brother, Jerry C. Crawford and special friend, Vernon Simpson. He served in the U.S. Army. He was employed by the Kroger Company and worked in management positions for many years. He is survived by a daughter, Talisha C. Jaime (Pedro); two granddaughters, Josie & Neila; two sisters, Brenda East (Bill) & Linda Turman (TL); four nephews, two nieces, special friends & brothers of the heart, Larry Draper (Possum) of Woodlawn, VA, Gary Alderman of Rocky Mount, VA, Ed Neff of Hillsville, VA, Michael “Mack” McMillan and Charles Choate. He was an avid fan of Bluegrass music (attending many Galax Fiddler’s Conventions) and NASCAR races. Doug accepted the Lord as his Savior many years ago. A Celebration of Life Service will be held Saturday, December 21, 2019 at High Country Services beginning at 11am. Pastor Ronnie Harrison will officiate. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service from 10am until 11am. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, PO Box 50, Memphis, TN 38101-9929 or to Landmark Church, Galax, VA.