Phyllis "Marie" Crawford

Phyllis “Marie” Crawford was born October 7, 1927 in Humeston, Iowa to William and Olive Roe. She passed away September 2, 2017 at Unity Point Iowa Lutheran Hospital at the age of 89.

Marie was a founding member of Fellowship Baptist Church. She enjoyed baking (especially chocolate), flowers, latch hook, playing the organ and being with her family. Marie loved her family, her friends and her church. She worked diligently teaching in church Sunday school, Bible School and Awana programs. She continued teaching even her great-grandchildren. Phyllis was the ultimate wife and mother- always caring for and helping others. She was affectionately known as “Sweet Marie” and “The White Tornado”. Marie and Jim loved going camping and going to Minnesota to fish. They often traveled with family and friends on those camping and fishing trips.

Marie is survived by her loving husband, James; children, Karon (Robert) Booth , and Norman (Jenny) Crawford; brother, William Roe; four grandchildren; Lora Wicker, Robby Booth, Angela (Joe) Kopish and Mindy LaHay; great-grandchildren, Nathan Hansen, Amber Booth, Megan Wicker and Brandon Wicker; great-great-grandchildren, Aubrey Booth and Paisley Wicker; and a host of extended family and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her daughter, Brenda Crawford and her son, Gary Crawford.

Funeral services will be held at 2 pm Thursday, September 7th 2017 at Fellowship Baptist Church, 1503 SE 6th Street. The family will greet friends one hour prior to the service at the church. Phyllis will be laid to rest at Elm Grove Cemetery. Please join the family at the Church following the cemetery for refreshments.

Memorial contributions may be directed to Fellowship Baptist Church in loving memory of Marie.

Condolences may be expressed at
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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