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Betty M. Crawford | 88
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Betty M. Crawford, 88, of 136 Rettger Street, St. Marys, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, April 10, 2022, at Penn Highlands DuBois.
She was born August 29, 1933, in Olean, NY, daughter of the late Antonio and Ida Kelly Condedorio. Betty was a lifelong resident of the area and was a graduate of Port Allegany High School, Class of 1951. Betty was an employee of Sylvania in Emporium for 28 years and went on to work for the Aramark Company, working at Fox Township Elementary School for 23 years, retiring in 2010.
On October 10, 1958, in Emporium, Betty married Thomas P. Crawford, who preceded her in death on July 31, 2013.
She is survived by her son, Jeff Crawford (Connie) of St. Marys; two grandchildren: Francesca Woelfel (Tony) and Michael Crawford (Kiana); two great-grandsons: Timothy and Peter Woelfel; her niece, Denise Kelly (Ken); and by her nephew, Brett Kelly.
In addition to her husband and parents, Betty was preceded in death by her sister, Gladys Edel.
Betty was a member of the Sacred Heart Church and was a volunteer for the church’s Social Committee. She was a member of the St. Anne’s Society, the St. Marys Senior Center, the Moose Club, and the Quarter Century Club of Sylvania. She enjoyed playing cards and Bingo, but she especially enjoyed spending time with her family, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, of whom she would talk about with everyone.
A Funeral Service will be held in the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home on Thursday, April 14, 2022, at 11:00 AM, with the Rev. Thomas Curry, OSB, officiating. Burial will be in the St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery.
Visitation will be held in the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home on Thursday morning, from 9:30 AM until the time of the service.
Memorials, if desired, may be made to the Sacred Heart Church Social Committee, 337 Center Street, St. Marys, PA 15857.
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Our hearts go out to you and your family with the loss of your dear loved one. There are no words to take away sadness when you lose someone you love. In our time of deepest need the tenderness of God is a refuge like no other. He alone understands our sorrows and draws near in love to wipe away our tears
When my mother passed away, we found the resurrection hope very comforting.
May the resurrection hope sustain you. A loved one lost can grieve the heart, and makes us yearn for tomorrow, when Jehovah will keep the promise he made of no pain, no death, no sorrow found at Revelation 21:4.
As a former Pastor of Sacred Heart Church, I remember how generous Betty was in sharing her gifts and talents for the honor and glory of God, for the common good and for the mission of Sacred Heart Church. May this faithful servant rest in peace!
I was so sorry to hear of Betty’s passing. I always looked forward to chatting with her every day as I was a teacher at Fox Elementary! She was a wonderful friend with a charming personality! She will be sadly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing her! I will always remember Betty for her lovely smile and cheerful conversation! Rest in peace Betty…
So very sorry to hear of Betty’s passing. We enjoyed playing cards with her at Sacred Heart. Our deepest
condolences to her family.
My deepest sympathy to all of you. May God bless you in this time of sorrow.
Jeff, You have my sympathy! Your mother was one of the nicest ladies I ever met! I have had the pleasure of working with her with the Sacred Heart Social Committee! She will be missed very much! I will always have a place in my heart for her! Rest In Peace my dear friend!