IN LOVING MEMORY OF

Williams Bruce

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Crawford

November 8, 1930 – November 4, 2015

Obituary

William Bruce Crawford was born in Montgomery, Alabama November 8, 1930. He was an only child to Grace Crawford who preceded him in death. William was affectionately called "Billy" by his family and friends. William was educated in the Montgomery Education System.  He attended Parker High School.

William Bruce Crawford served in the army for two years, 1950-1952. When he was discharged fro the army he moved to Detroit, Michigan where he met Thelma Louise Hammett, he swept her off her feet and they were married in 1954. To this union

three children were born. Alise Renee Smith-Jackson (deceased), Timothy Bruce Crawford (deceased) and Wilhelmenia Daniell Warren.

William gained work experience through several jobs: Wilson Junior High, Chrysler Plant and Mercy College before obtaining a full-time position at Michigan Consolidated Gas Company until his retirement in 1993.

William loved spending time with his grandchildren. He loved taking his grandsons to football practice. Everyone knew who he was, even the coach. He loved jazz, and the blues, fishing, bowling, baking, and collecting cons. He was a very sociable person. His hidden talent wa that he was an excellent artist which he did in his spare time.

William Bruce Crawford leaves many who are grateful for his life: his loving daughter Wilhelmenia Danielle (Douglas) Warren, grandchildren, Garland Tyrone Smith II, Taurean Lee Jackson, Taylor T Darrien Warren, Jordan Douglas Warren, Logan C. Warren. great grandchildren, davion Smith, Diante Smith, Diamond Smith, Garland Tyrone Smith, III, Tanai"shia Owens and TaCoria Posey, a host of relatives, family and friends .
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