Florence J. Crawford
May 15, 1937 - December 7, 2021
Florence J. Crawford “Florrie” (nee Pitcher) on December 7, 2021 of Deptford. Age 84. Wife of the late Donald C. Crawford, Sr. Loving mother of David Crawford (Perla) of Deptford, Douglas Crawford (Claudia) of Flemington, Deanna Freundlich (Steven) of Deptford, Devra Waltman (Joseph) of Missouri and the late Donald C. Crawford, Jr. (Janet of Philippines). Beloved daughter of the late John Wesley Pitcher, III and Florence Jennie Pitcher (James) and sister of the late John (Jacka) Pitcher, Elaine Hoey, Elton Pitcher, Emily Perry and Marjorie Pitcher. Cherished grandmother of Shawn (Kasey), Christopher (Claire), Joseph, Erik, Gwynna, David Jr.(Jamie) Samantha (Tyler), Aidan, Isabell (Joey), Feather and Daniel. Great-grandmother of Paisley, Victoria, Charlotte, Maisy, Rowan, Rainey, Madeline, Emily, Desmond, Josh and Madison, . Florrie was a retired School Nurse for Franklin Township Schools for over twenty-six years and previously worked as a registered nurse for UMH in Woodbury for seventeen years. She was a member of the Gloucester County School Nurse Association serving as Vice President where she was the first school nurse to receive the Child Assault Prevention Award. In retirement, Florrie volunteered her time at UMH for over 10 years. As a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt, friend, nurse and life-long caregiver, Florrie touched the lives of many with her faith in God, zest for life, and positive attitude. She inspired all who knew her, and was a champion and hero to many. She was an avid reader, stamp collector and enjoyed puzzles of all sorts. She loved spending time with family and friends, traveling, bingo and playing the slots. As a member of the Westville United Methodist Church she participated in the Women's and Prayer groups. She enjoyed lunching with the Red Hat girls and other friends. She will surely be missed but her mark on this world will never be forgotten. Relatives and friends are invited to a viewing on Saturday, December 11, 2021 from 9am to 11am in The Chapel at BOUCHER FUNERAL HOME, 1757 Delsea Dr., Deptford, NJ 08096. Funeral Service 11am in The Chapel at the funeral home. Interment Hillcrest Memorial Park, Hurffville. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Food Bank of South Jersey, 1501 John Tipton Blvd., Pennsauken, NJ 08110. Include a note to indicate "In Memory of Florence Crawford". For directions, to sign online guest book and to view Florrie’s Video Tribute visit www.boucherfuneralhome.com. CDC NOW ADVISES FULL VACCINATED AND UNVACCINATED PEOPLE WEAR MASKS INDOORS.
Florence J. Crawford “Florrie” (nee Pitcher) on December 7, 2021 of Deptford. Age 84. Wife of the late Donald C. Crawford, Sr. Loving mother of David Crawford (Perla) of Deptford, Douglas Crawford (Claudia) of Flemington, Deanna... View Obituary & Service Information