CRAWFORD, JOHN "BUD" - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the death of John "Bud" Crawford of Wapske, beloved husband of Lynden Crawford, at the Upper River Valley Hospital on October 30, 2012. Bud was born in Anfield, NB on November 9, 1931. He was the son of the late Ransford and Elizabeth (Sisson) Crawford. Besides his wife, Bud leaves behind his daughter Michelle Windle (Patrick) of Fredericton; sons Michael Crawford (Ann) of Newfoundland, Randy Crawford (Donna) of Gladwyn, Shawn Crawford of Wapske; grandchildren Jad Crawford (Monica), Mel Crawford, Tyler Crawford (Andrea), Andrew Crawford, Garrett Windle, and Kate Windle; great grandchildren Jamie Etter, Avy Crawford, and Summer Crawford. He was predeceased by his parents; brothers Harold, Joseph, and Wendall Crawford. Bud loved Lynden, his childhood sweetheart and wife of 62 years. he loved to socialize, often dropping-in to visit with family and friends. Bud had a wicked sense of humour and loved to laugh. He enjoyed hunting and fishing with his "adopted brother" Clair Green at his back camp. He found peace in the miracle and beauty of nature. Bud will be forever missed by his loving family.
Respecting Bud's wishes, no visitation or funeral service will be held. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, November 3, 2012 at 11 am from St. Machutus Anglican Cemetery, Arthurette. Rev. Amanda Longmoore officiating. For those who wish, memorial donations to the NB Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements have been entrusted to Brunswick Funeral Home, Perth-Andover and Plaster Rock.