Bobby Nathan Crawford

Bobby N. Crawford, age 92, passed away peacefully on August 7, 2026. He was born on April 3, 1934, to Mary E. and Nathan W. Crawford.

Bobby proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. Following his military service, he built a long and dedicated career in commercial and residential refrigeration, ultimately working with Publix.

On October 10, 1980, Bobby married the love of his life, Marcie Crawford. Together, they shared many years filled with love, family, and cherished memories.

Bobby had a curious mind, a great sense of humor and many interests. He loved fishing, keeping up with worldwide news, and studying military history. Above all, he loved his family and treasured the time spent with those closest to him.

Bobby is survived by his beloved wife of 45 years, Marcie Crawford; daughter, Melanie Sue; stepdaughter, Wendy Arsenault and her husband, Keith; mother-in-law, Irma Thomas; and several brothers- and sisters-in-law, nieces, and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his son, Michael Scott Crawford; daughter, Cheryl Michele Crawford; parents, Mary E. and Nathan W. Crawford; brothers, James Sterling Crawford and Jake (Jackie) Lamar Crawford; Father in law, Gordan Thomas; and granddaughter, Kati Elizabeth Arsenault.

Bobby will be remembered for his dedication to his country and career, his love of learning and the outdoors, and most of all, the love he had for his family. He leaves behind a lifetime of memories that will be cherished by all who knew and loved him.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Humane Society of Winter Haven in Bobby’s memory.