Born October 16, 1927 Ida was a remarkable woman who was not only a source of pride for her family but also a stalwart member of Clearview Baptist Church for an extensive period of her life. Her involvement within the church community was both profound and unwavering, where her contributions left an indelible mark. In her earlier years, Ida worked with the Old Time Gospel Hour, channeling her passion for faith into this fruitful endeavor. She approached life with a simple and genuine spirit, remaining connected to her rural roots as a true country girl. However, it was her profound love and devotion for her family that defined her essence. Ida's love for her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren burned with an intensity that few could match. She made it her life's mission to ensure they felt the warmth of her affection, the depth of her caring, and the constancy of her devotion. Ida's memory will forever live on in the hearts of her loved ones and within the walls of Clearview Baptist Church, where her legacy of faith and love will continue to inspire generations to come.
In addition to her parents, Ida was preceded in death by her husband, John Richard Crawley, Jr.; her daughter Frances Anne C. Nash; and her siblings Clyde E. Mayberry, Shirley M. Collier, Edward Mayberry, James Mayberry, Russell Mayberry, Alice M. Clapp.
Those left to cherish Ida’s memory include her children Linda Faye Crawley of Dallas, Texas, Gail C. Billings and her husband Everett of Aberdeen, Maryland, Sandra H. Long and her husband Dale of Virginia Beach, John R. Crawley III and his wife Deidra of Lynchburg and James E. Crawley and his wife Teresa of Fuquay Varina, North Carolina; her sister Louise M. Doss; her 17 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren and her four great-great grandchildren.
A service celebrating Ida's life and faith will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, October 13, 2023 at Whitten Timberlake Chapel with the Rev. Joanne Newman officiating. Interment will follow at Fort Hill Memorial Park.
The family will receive friends for one hour prior to the service.
