Dorothy Louise Crawford Obituary in Gastonia at Costner Funeral Home

Obituary For Dorothy Louise Crawford

Dorothy Louise Tillman Crawford was daughter of the late Rebecca Falls and the late Otis Hill. She was raised by the late Nettie Crosby Torrence and the late Albert Torrence. She transitioned from this life on Friday, June 4, 2021 at her residence in Lowell, NC.

Louise attended public schools in Gaston County, NC where she received a high school education. She worked for Burlington Industries in Ranlo, NC as a yarn winder for 30 years and she also worked for Lowell Elementary School in Lowell, NC as a cafeteria worker and custodian for 45 years.

At an early age, Louise became a member of Wright’s Chapel AME Zion Church in Lowell, NC. After marriage to the late, Neal F. Crawford, Jr., she became a faithful member of Greater Mount Hebron Baptist Church in Gastonia, NC where she was a Girl Scout Leader, Usher, a member of the hymn choir, missionary department, and the head of the kitchen ministry. She was also the former Mrs. Mount Hebron Queen. Her hobbies included collecting bells, cooking, gardening, word search puzzles, travelling, listening to music, especially her favorite R&B artist, Luther Vandross.

Louise was a very caring person and there was nothing should would not do for her family, community and church. Most of all, she was a loving Wife, Mother, Granny, and GiGi.

Lousie was preceded in death by her husband, Neal F. Crawford, Jr., a son, Todd F. Crawford; a sister, Mary Frances Jackson; two brothers, Gerald Hill and Robert Falls; two grandsons, Fredrick R. Crawford and Todd A. Crawford

She leaves to cherish memories of her beautiful life: her children, Gloria D. Crawford; Freddie D. Crawford (Glenda); Delores P. Wellman; Dora C. Patton (David); Cheryl C. Horton, all of Gastonia, NC; Patrice C. Davenport of Blacklick, Oh, and Rosalind C. Graham (Eric) of Gastonia, NC; an aunt, Anabelle H. Gardin of Gastonia, NC; a sister-in- law, Mary C. Howard of Chicago, IL; brother-in-law, Justice Jackson of Gastonia, NC, special nephew, James Davis of Harlem, NY and her beloved dog, Z’oz; 18 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren, 8 great-great grandchildren; 1 great -great-great grandchild and a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends.

Funeral Arrangements

Place of Service: Mt. Hebron Baptist Church -- 732 Mt. Hebron Church Road, Gastonia, NC 28054

Date: Wednesday, June 9, 2021

PUBLIC VIEWING on Tuesday from 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.

Burial: Gaston Memorial Park -- South New Hope Road, Gastonia, NC 28054

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Sending our condolences and prayers to Gloria Dean, Freddie and the Crawford family. With love, Beverly Spencer McKinney and Rosemary Spencer Bonner.

Praying for the Crawford family during this time...ELN

TO DORA AND THE CRAWFORD FAMILY SO SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR MOM . MAY GOD CONTINUE TO GIVE EACH AND EVERYONE OF YOU PEACE AND COMFORT DURING YOUR TIME OF BEREAVEMENT LEE AND MARGARET SPENCER 6/9/2021

To Rosalind and the Crawford family. Wishing you peace and comfort during this difficult time. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God's strength and grace be upon you. ❤️Gayla McDowell

May the sweet memories you all shared remind you of such great times you've had. Mom's resting, may our prayers and condolences reach you during this time of need. Love Nicole, Brandon and the girls.

Rosiland Iam so sorry for your loss. Barbara

I would like to offer my prayers and condolences to my dear friend Asha Patton and her family during this difficult time. You all are in my prayers.

Our deepest sympathy and prayers to the entire family. Tyrone and Lisa James

Please accept our genuine condolences in this difficult time for you and your family Tyrone and Lisa James

Sending love and prayers to the Crawford family.
Tangela Caldwell

Sending my prayers and condolences to Gloria,Dora and all of the Crawford family, may God comfort you during this sorrowful time Debra Rendleman

Praying for our family during these times

I'm sending out my condolences to the Crawford Family! John barrier

David and Dora our thoughts and prayers are with you. Richard and Sandra Love

To the Crawford Family, Your mom, Mrs. Dorothy Louise Crawford always had a smile and a kind word. She was truly a joy to know. May time heal the sadness you feel with the loss of your mother. Our deepest sympathy and prayers to all of you. Raymond, Beverly & Aaron Tribble

GONE BUT SHE WILL BE ALWAYS IN OUR HEART BECAUSE OF HER LOVE FOR OTHER.BRENDA JONES

To the Crawford Family, Sending our prayers and sincerest condolences during this difficult time.

Dora and Family, May your memories live forever within your hearts and bring comfort, peace, joy and laughter. May God keep, bless and strengthen you all in the days to come. The Simpson Family

Our Prayers are with your family during this difficult time, May the God of all comfort surround you with peace that transcends all understanding. Our prayers are with you. Lonnie and Valerie Davis

I'm Sending Love And Prayers To My Crawford Family, As Heaven Has Gained Another Soul, Your Mom! Ms.Louise Was Always Full Of Joy When I Saw Her! Therefore, I Will Miss The Laughter And Her Smile! May God Bless You All With Healing And Peace Of Your Broken Hearts!🙏🏼✝️❤️😪🙏🏼