Dennis Crawford

DENNIS CRAWFORD

New London

Dennis Crawford, 71, New London, died Tuesday, May 21, 2019 at home. He was born January 18, 1948 in Washington to Van Stephen and Donna Jean Morgan Crawford. November 2, 1968, he married Linda Jean White in Mt. Pleasant and left for Vietnam two weeks later, serving for three years, followed by several years in the National Guard.

He attended Mt. Pleasant High School; was of the Christian faith; and was a member of Mt. Pleasant VFW. Dennis was on the New London Fire Department years ago, worked for Primary Oil and retired as custodian at New London Schools. Survivors include his wife; children; Tina Chatman and Tania (Patrick) Moffett, of New London and Chad (Jessica) Crawford of Higbee, MO.; ten grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; brother, Michael Crawford, Burlington; and his beloved dog, Princess. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Nancy.

According to his wishes, his body has been cremated. There will be a celebration of life at 1:00 on June 1st at the New London Community Center with Pastor Rod Cooper officiating. A memorial has been established for New London Fire and Rescue. Online condolences may be left at www.elliottfuneralchapel.com.