Obituary of William Thomas Crawford

William "Bill" Thomas Crawford 78 of Bridgewater passed away on Wednesday July 22 2009 in the South Shore Regional Hospital, Bridgewater. Born in Consecon, Ontario, he was the son of the late Jack and Margaret (Byrne) Crawford. Bill was a veteran of the Royal Canadian Navy serving for a total of 7 years which was also during the Korean War aboard the HMCS Huron. After the Navy he joined the Halifax City Police Force in 1955 and after 35 years of distinguished service, he retired in 1990 at the rank of Sergeant. Much respected by his fellow officers he will be missed. Bill was a member of the Retired FUZZ of Halifax County. He is survived by his wife Maureen; daughters Kim Schwartz, Conquerall Mills; Pam (Clay) Hubley, Chelsea; Jennifer Lee (Andy), Conquerall Mills; son Philip Schwartz, Bridgewater; sister Peggy (Jack) Hollas, Vancouver B.C.; brother Ray Crawford, Oromocto N.B.; grandchildren Anne (Dwayne), Kate, Libby, Shaun, Nathen, Simon, Brooke; Great grandchildren Emma, Raine, Desiree. His dog Deeogee and cat Toffee. Bill was predeceased by his brothers Ralph James “Jazz” Crawford and Gerald “Nick” Crawford. There will be no visitation by request. A memorial service will be held 3:00 PM Friday 31 July in the Bridgewater Baptist Church, Rev. Eric Campbell officiating. A private family burial will follow in the Brookside Cemetery, Bridgewater. Family flowers only, please. Memorials in Bill’s memory may be made to the Canadian cancer Society or S.H.A.I.D. animal shelter. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.sweenysfuneralhome.com.