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Obituary For Mr. Donald Bernard Crawford
Mr. Donald Bernard “Fred” Crawford, 70, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 30, 2026, at The Beacon Place in Greensboro, NC. Born on May 19, 1956, in High Point, NC. Donald lived a life marked by quiet strength, kindness, and deep love for his family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence Tucker and Allie Crawford Tucker, and by his brother, Roger Crawford.
Donald graduated from T. Wingate Andrews High School in 1975. He continued his education at Morristown Junior College in Tennessee and later at Durham University Business School in Durham, NC. He served in the United States Army for three years and went on to build a long, dedicated career with Billings Trucking Company, where he worked faithfully until his retirement.
Those left to cherish his memory include his wife, Marian, of the home; his son, Donald (Norine) Hand of Chesapeake, VA; his daughters, Domanique Sutton of High Point, NC, and Corina Crawford of Winston‑Salem, NC; his grandchildren, Donald Hand Jr., Nyla Hand, Kaynah Farley, and Malik Farley; he is also survived by his siblings: brother, John (Marie) Crawford of High Point, NC; his sister, Annie Coleman of Winston‑Salem, NC; his brother, Ronald (Betty) Crawford of High Point, NC; and his sister‑in‑law, Sherry Crawford of Thomasville, NC; his uncles, Julius Tucker of Greensboro, NC, and James Padgett of High Point, NC; Donald also leaves behind a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends who loved him dearly and will carry on his memory in their hearts forever. He shared a special bond with his dog, Piper, whose companionship brought him comfort, laughter and joy throughout the years.
Donald will be remembered for his gentle spirit, his steady presence, and the way he made those around him feel cared for. His family and friends take comfort in knowing he is now at peace.
Funeral service will be held Sunday, September 6, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. at Phillips Funeral Service Chapel. Interment will follow at Guil-Rand Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at the chapel from 1:00 p.m. until 1:30 p.m. Mr. Crawford may be viewed on September 5, 2026 from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m at Phillips Funeral Service Chapel.
Final arrangements are entrusted to Phillips Funeral Service, Inc.
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Auntie Marion - I'm Alice's youngest daughter. My family is extending deepest sympathy & condolences to you & family at your time of loss.
May GOD bless you 🙏🏾
Sending love and prayers family ❤️
Praying for the family and sending my condolences
To the family, I have so many memories of Fred. We attended school together from elementary school to high school. Fred was an outstanding basketball player. He was my teammate in 1974. We had one of the best basketball teams in the state of North Carolina. Fred was always having fun. In 1975 Fred came to Durham Business College in Durham NC. In September 1975 Fred, Roger and I were having lunch in the cafeteria. I said to Fred who is that good looking girl in line. He called the young lady over to our table and told her this guy likes you. The young lady and I are married and have been together since that day. I have many more stories about my friend and he was a great Basketball player and he made me a better player. Fred was a part of the basketball legends in High Point. MY BROTHER IT IS OKAY TO MOVE WHEN YOU HAVE A HOME TO GO TO! IT IS TIME TO CELEBRATE A GOOD MAN GOING HOME!
Willie and Lottie Williams Charlotte NC
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Blessing and comfort to the families of Donald "Fred" Crawford and founding brother of the "down the hill gang" there are too many moments to mention but we all remember playing football in the streets and football on the field at Griffin Jr. High or you telling a joke about Duece or Tightrope and laughing before you even finished and playing spades in the car port ps he was a pretty good basketball player too!RIP my brother until we see you again #916Barbee
Sorry for your loss
Praying for the Crawford Family From the Witherspoon FAMILY😭💔
Sending our Deepest Heartfelt Condolences to the family. May the Peace of God continue to be with you all. The Steele Family
RIP Ronald I will always remember our Elementary School days at Fairview praying for the Family love always Desiree Boulware❤❤💙💙
Sending my deepest condolences to the family. Our prayers and thoughts are with the family. He will truly be missed. Barbee Ave. my friend and brother
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