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Celebrating the life of
George James Crawford
Passed away on November 19, 2024
George James Crawford, 62, passed away November 19, 2024, at his home in Griffin, GA. He was born on January 18, 1962, in Savannah, GA to the late Walter Michael Crawford, Sr. and Dorothy Coleman Crawford. George graduated from Benedictine Military School in 1980, then attended Westpoint for two years. He also attended Armstrong State College, where he received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Art, and graduated as Valedictorian from SCAD in 1990 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Illustration. George then went on to work in the art field in several places, to include Atlanta, GA where he worked in Graphic Design, and Electrical Modeling at Allison Smith of Atlanta.
George was an active and proud member of the Sons of Confederate Veterans, serving at Lt. Commander North of Georgia. He was also a member of the IBEW, Local 508.
Surviving is his twin brother, Edward Coleman Crawford of Jacksonville, FL, sister, Linda Crawford Stelianos of Savannah, sister, Andrea Gregg (John) of Jacksonville, FL, and brother, Walter Michael Crawford, Jr. (Debbie) of Savannah, and numerous nieces, great-nieces, and great-nephews.
Visitation will be Friday, December 13, 2024 from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m., at Fox & Weeks, Hodgson Chapel.
Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m., Saturday, December 14, 2024, at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church.
Burial will follow in the Catholic Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggest you consider making a donation in George's memory to Benedictine Military School, 602 Seawright Drive, Savannah, Georgia 31406. Benedictine - Ways to Give
We were so sorry to read that your brother George had passed away. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. Jackie and Charlie Brown
- Jackie and Charlie Brown, Tybee Island/Metter, Georgia
To my fellow B.C. classmate, Rest in Peace, my friend.
- Tommy Leysath, HOSCHTON, Georgia
I would like to express my sympathies to the Family of George “Gunner” Crawford. As fellow MSD Squad member of Mechanized Calvery (SCVMC), I will certainly miss Gunner, his conversation and friendliness. As Commander and on behalf SCV Camp 18 we will miss his loyalty, and the leadership, that LT Commander Crawford always provided. Commander Mike Waits Camp 18 Macon
- Mike Waits, Forsyth, GA
A candle has been lit!
I feel so fortunate to have met your sweet and funny twin Dr. C. He was so proud to be your brother and I know he’s going to remain by your side until you are reunited again. Continuing to pray for your comfort.
- Heather Mullins , Saint Simons Island , Georgia
George was a great friend and dedicated officer in the Georgia Division Sons of Confederate Veterans. He loved the South, his proud military history and his Ancestors. He will be greatly missed by the men in the Sons of Confederate Veterans and Mechanized Cavalry.
- Timothy Pilgrim, Marietta, Ga.
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
- Visitation
- 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Fri, December 13, 2024
- Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
-
7200 Hodgson Memorial Drive (map)
Savannah GA 31406 - 912-352-7200
- Mass of Christian Burial
- 10:00 a.m. on Sat, December 14, 2024
- Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church
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1003 East Victory Drive (map)
Savannah GA 31405 - 912-356-6980
- Burial
- on Sat, December 14, 2024
- Catholic Cemetery
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1420 Wheaton St. (map)
Savannah GA 31401