   One of the finest gentlemen I've ever known.  I loved him as a teacher at Columbus College for his warmth & wit, and, I can honestly say, he, more than anyone or anything else, turned me into a lawyer. He was a wonderful man

So sorry to hear about Otho,s death.We know he is in a better place.The East Alabama Gem & Mineral Society send our regret,s from the bottom of our heart,s.Billy Hoffman---President of the club.

I will treasure the time that I got to spend with your dad.  He had an amazing mind and thirst for knowledge and a sense of humor that never failed him, even when he was at his lowest.  I rejoice with you both that he is with his family and Maker but am saddened that this chapter in your lives has been closed for now.  What a wonderful legacy he has left behind in you two.  The world was a better place for having your father in it and will be even better for the beauty that you carry as well.  God bless you both and may the coming days become more sweet than bitter and may you always walk in the light of your earthly father and our Heavenly Father as well.

Claire and Mona
So sorry for your loss. Praying for peace and comfort for you both

Dr. & Mrs. Hugh Rodgers extend their sincere sympathy to the family of a colleague of several years at Columbus College/CSU.  He made major contributions of the legal education of many area police and justice officials.

Dear Claire and Mona,
We are so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing.  We know your hearts are grieved but take comfort from the Great Comforter who gives us His reassurance that this earthly life is but a brief moment and the life to come is everlasting -- You will see your sweet Daddy again!

Kanden and I send our condolences and love. If you need anything please call me. Your parents were truly a loving and genuinely great people. We love you and Mona with all our hearts.

Dear Claire and Mona,
Too often a friend and colleague passes and we wish we had made a greater effort to enjoy their company and benefit more from the wisdom of their life experiences.  Otho was a challenging colleague and really good neighbor in Moore's Forest.  He will be greatly missed but definitely not forgotten.
Ann and Francis Gardner

To Mona & Claire, I'm truely sorry for the loss of your great father and friend. Please except our condolences. Love Ron & Hanni Davis

Dear Claire and Mona,
Richard and I send our love and prayers to you.  Your Mom and Dad were very special people in my life.  Thank you for sharing the photos with us also.  The picture of him with the suspenders and pipe..well that was Otho. I loved it when your Dad would stop by the bookstore and share some of his jokes.  
May you find comfort knowing your Mom and Dad are together again.  God bless you both.  Love, Maria and Richard

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

To his daughters,I send much love and condolences.I did not know him well I only met him once.Claire You are a loving and beautiful person. I am here for you and Mona

Otho carried me on many a journey; cross country, over the golf courses of the South, and up the social/academic ladders. You are missed, Dear Friend
Mike Carr

OBITUARY

Otho Loyd Crawford

September 28, 1929 – May 27, 2013

Striffler-Hamby Mortuary - Columbus

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