Robert W. Crawford, Sr., 61, of Groton, NH died Friday, November 3, 2006. Mr. Crawford was born in Derry, NH on March 23, 1945, a son of the late Richard W. Crawford and Ida Mae (Smart) Weiss. He had been a resident of Groton for five years, previously living in Derry. Mr. Crawford was an avid hunter and saltwater fisherman, who also loved drag racing and watching stockcar racing. A carpenter by trade, Mr. Crawford was a skilled craftsman who was devoted to his family.
Mr. Crawford is survived by his two sons: Robert Crawford, Jr. of Candia, NH and Eric Crawford of Derry; one daughter, Dawn Crawford of Florida; six grandchildren; two brothers: Ronald Crawford and William Crawford, Sr., both of Derry; as well as several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother, Richard Crawford; sister, Linda Gero; stepfather, Charles Weiss; and good friend, Julian Hayes.
There are no calling hours. Following cremation, a graveside service will be held on Monday, November 13th at 2:00pm in Forest Hill Cemetery, E. Derry. The Peabody Funeral Homes and Crematorium, 15 Birch St., Derry is handling the arrangements.