Dennis Harry Crawford
September 09, 2011
Dennis H Crawford, 70, passed away Friday, September 9, 2011, at Iowa Methodist Hospital in Des Moines.
Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, September 13, 2011, at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway. Visitation will be held from 5-8 p.m. Monday, at the funeral home.
Born March 11, 1941, in Rockwell, Iowa, Dennis Harry Crawford was the twin son of Harry and Helen (Bootger) Crawford. He grew up and graduated from Hampton High School in 1959. After high school he enlisted in the U.S. Air Force serving for four years. On September 15, 1975, he was united in marriage to Connie Rogers, to this union two daughters were born, Melissa and Jennifer. Dennis enjoyed golfing, fishing, and supervising home renovation projects. Most of all he loved spending time with Connie and his family.
Survivors include his wife, Connie; daughters, Melissa (Mike) Thomas, and Jennifer Crawford and fiancé Dan Lankford; grandchildren, Isabella, Gabriella, Madaline, and Matthew. Dennis is also survived by his brothers, Richard (Jean) Crawford of Hampton, IA, Dale (Sandy) Crawford of West Des Moines, and Roger (Sheryl) Crawford of Chandler, AZ; and many nieces, nephews, and other extended family. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Memorial contributions may be directed to New Hope Methodist Church, 203 NW Center St., Melcher, IA 50163.
Online condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
doug turner
09/13/2011
connie - sorry to here about dennis passing. enjoyed working with him before his retirement. also enjoyed seeing him after retirement on several dinner occasions.
Steven & Maureen Vedder
09/13/2011
We were so sorry to hear that Dennis passed away. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Dennis will be sorely missed.
Craig Gesme
09/13/2011
Connie,
My condolences to you and your family on the passing of your husband. May the memories of his life fill you with strength during these difficult times.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family,
Craig Gesme
Ruan Companies
Brenda Wahlert
09/13/2011
Connie,
I am so sorry for your loss. Losing those we love is the hardest thing in life. May it help to remember that God knows what you are going through and He will be there for you and your family. May His grace and peace be with you all.
Brenda
Marilyn Rittel
09/13/2011
Connie, Peace be with you and your family. You have my sympathy during this difficult time.
Scott Harms
09/12/2011
I worked with Dennis for several years at Norhtland Insurance. Dennis and shared a great deal of time together at work and had many lunches together and spoke about family hobbies and many other subjects during that time. I had occasion to see Dennis at some company functions after his retirement and I will miss him and our conversations. My heart felt condolences go to the Crawford family.
Sincerely: Scott Harms
Bill and Ellen Hayes
09/12/2011
Connie, we are currently out of the country but we send our prayers and thoughts to you and the family. We are so sorry to hear of Dennis' passing. We liked him so much.
Al Cronin
09/12/2011
Connie, I was so shocked to read this. Express my sympathy to all and receive a big warm hug from an old friend. Al Cronin
Nancy Roger Tooker
09/12/2011
Dear Connie and children,
I am so sad to learn of Dennis's death. Please know that you and your family will be in my thoughts these coming weeks. I don't know if you remember me...I am a grand-daughter of Edna and Andy, and you and I played together as children when we would come to Melcher or you would come to the Quad Cities and later we would see each other at reunions. (I remember you as the prettiest little girl with beautiful curly hair and I have the fondest memories of your dear mother.) Our daughter Megan Tooker and her husband Jim Laursen live near you in Des Moines. My husband joins me in sending you all our deepest sympathy.
Affectionately your cousin,
Nancy Rogers Tooker
Jim Smith
09/12/2011
Connie and Family, I would like to extend my sincerest and deepest sympathies in your loss.
Ken and Chris Craig
09/12/2011
Connie and Family -
Please accept our heartfelt sympathy on the passing of Dennis. When we lose someone we love so much, it seems that time stands still. Cherish the many loving memories of the times you all shared, and may the love of family and friends help you through the days ahead. Connie know that the office will be handled while you take this time to honor your husband. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Ken and Chris Craig
Des Moines, IA
Todd Lenig
09/12/2011
Connie:
I am so very sorry to learn of your loss. You and your family are in my family's prayers. May God be with you and your family through this difficult time. Again I am so very sorry.
Todd
Marilyn McMillen
09/12/2011
Connie, Melissa & Jenny, so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts & prayers. You now have an angel watching over you & the little ones. The road ahead will be a tough one, but you have a great support system. Prayers to all of you. Love, Marilyn