Well my friend...another year has come and gone and yet at times it seems like just yesterday we were all laughing over something funny you had said! You always did have the most amazing sense of humour ...which helps us remember you with "Happy Tears" and lots of funny stories. I think of you & Karen at this time of year and miss you both terribly....but it's comforting to know you're not alone.
R.I.P my Friends
~as ever with love...Linda

My dearest Poppa Bear,
I can't believe it's been 2 years already...alot has happened that's for sure.  And although it seems like forever since you've been gone I know you are thought about everyday, somewhere, by someone...and not just me! I soooo miss our chats but I know you are still listening. If you remember my "oops" last year when I tried to pay tribute to your 1st year anniversary in the paper...and well only Lee-Anne style did I manage to mess that up!!! And I'm telling you I could hear you saying "Lee-Anne, Lee-Anne, Lee-Anne"......as you always had a habit of repeating my name 3 times when you where upset or trying to prove a point.....but than you couldn't help chuckling and god knows I miss that chuckle!! 

I love you so very much & miss you like crazy!!! Take care Poppa Bear!!
Lee-Anne xoxoxoxox

Happy Birthday Dear Friend!
I had an awesome Brunch with three of your "favorite ladies" today in honor of your Birthday.Lots of laughs & stories...
all of them about you of course! Always missed,... forever loved.xoxo
R.I.P.Love Linda

December 25th 2011....Another Christmas without you. You're missed even more during the holiday season...and we feel your presence even stronger today. Forever in our hearts...and always in our prayers.
R.I.P. Dear Friend & Merry Christmas!
       as ever with love....Linda

Merry Christmas Dad!
I am thinking of you today Dad, not just today because it is Christmas as you are in my thoughts each and everyday, but Christmas is not about the presents or the gifts. Christmas is about family, spending time together and remembering those who are no longer with us but they are with us forever in our hearts. 
Today I also remember all the amazing Christmas dinners we had as family, sharing stories and creating memories year after year. Dad I miss you so much and wish I could hear your voice or see that contagious smile of yours one more time. 
Rest in Peace Dad!
Love and miss you always and you are forever in my heart!
Angie 
xoxoxoxxo

Hi Gerry,
 I was thinking of you & thought what could be better tham to share a laugh. To-day is my birthday & I wanted you to  know I may be a year older however I am still the same scamp I always was. I miss you terribly, think of you often especially your gigantic smile & outrageous laugh. Rest in peace .Don.t forgrt the munchies.  Love you forever. Miss you always. Sue xxxxxooooo

Hey Gerry,

I'll never forget the first time I met you. You came into the cleaners to pick up your wild satin shirts. I figured you were an entertainer. Well that you were in your own right with your gigantic smile & outrageous laugh. I didn'r know at the time you would be my brother -in law. I cherished you & looked at you as the brother I never had. God called you as you were needed to fulfill something special for him. That was our loss. I think of you each day with a smile & great memories of who you were. Larger than life. You have a permament place in my heart. Rest in peace & we will be to-gether again. Love always .Sue XXXXXXXOOOOOO

Hey Grandpa,

I'm always thinking about you, and missing you everyday. I'm sure you got yourself another pride and joy up there that u still take to car shows! You are always in my heart and wish I could have one more day with you to to show off everything you have taught me! You would be so proud of everyone in our little family and I know your looking over everyone everyday. 

Love you so much grandpa! and you are always on my thoughts and in my heart 
xoxo your fav grandchild!

Grampa,
    It seems almost yesterday that you were here with us, bringing that unforgettable laugh to our family. You have been greatly missed by all of us, but i know your up there watching down on us. i love you so much, 

Rest in peace Grampa

Its really hard to believe its been one year, i will never forget the joy and laughter my grandpa brought to the room. Always had a big nice smile and really made everyone happy. I love and miss you alot grandpa! xo

Grandpa I wish I could hear your voice and your laughter one last time.
I miss you terribly, and my memories of you will never fade. You were an amazing man and an awesome grandfather. Im going to school soon Grandpa, im going to make you proud of me. You will forever be in my heart grandpa Gerry, squawk-a-tire!

Dear Dad, ...Or Poppa Bear as I always  called you!

It seems like yesterday sometimes, and forever at other times since I heard your voice, your laugh or we had our little chats.  There isn't a day that goes by when I don't think of you, sometimes through tears and others with a smile or laugh.  Life will never be the same Dad that's for sure & although a piece of my heart is missing & probably always will, I feel like you're always with me, listening & watching out for us all. You were such an amazing person, so strong & proud, you taught us all what courage really means. I'm so very grateful & proud to be your daughter and you will live forever in my heart!

God Bless you Poppa Bear,rest in peace.
I love you & miss you so much Dad!
Lee-Anne McLaren xoxo

Dear Dad,
It is hard to believe it has been a year since I lost an amazing Dad,and grandpa to my kids and a dear friend to all who knew you. Although I know you are in a much better place now, I think about you everyday.

God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be. So He put His arms around you and whispered "come to me." With tearful eyes we watched you, and saw you pass away. Although we loved you dearly, we could not make you stay. A golden heart stopped beating, hardworking hands at rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the best.
I Love you Dad! Forever & Always!
xoxox

A year ago today I lost a truly wonderful friend...my children lost an incredible Father...my grandchildren a kind and generous Grandpa.We all miss Gerry's enthusiasm and zest for life...and of coarse "His Smile".
R.I.P...dear friend

God bless you Uncle Gerry, you were one of the best and I will miss you dearly.
forever in my heart and prayers, until we meet again.

Hello Cousin Vola and family:

I was sadden to hear of your brother's passing and I want you to know that you are in my prayers.  God sent you to your family at this time, he is in control of all situations.  Please know that I love you and will continue to lift you up.  

God Bless you all at this time!!

Gerry was one of the rare species left on this world that possessed the qualities that we should all strive to attain.  Gerry was a proud, honourable man who was not prone to whining about life's trials and tribulations.  He plunged forward in spite of life.  He had a sense of humour and he shared that humour with all of us - freely.

In October of 2009, Gerry stopped by for a visit.  I had a little misfortune of my own a week or so before.  I was dumbstruck!!!  Here was this man, as sick as could be, clearly in pain, and he was worried about me!  

When I asked about his health, he stated the facts - without complaint and that smile never left his face.

I am grateful to have been touched by Gerry.  He was positive, inspirational, honourable and proud.  Qualities that should be cherished .   I will always remember that October day Gerry came strolling around the back of the barn - great big smile on his face.                        Kim Jobe & Ross Dalgleish

May God be with you in your time of need and sorrow.You are in our prayers.

The first time I met Gerry was a very unusual encounter - to say the least.  I was standing in my father's house, where he resided with his girlfriend - Linda - who is Gerry's ex-wife.

Being my usual idiot self, I had something "smart" to say about all of this.  Well, Gerry looked at me, figured out that I am an idiot and just started to laugh.  There's that smile that he was famous for!!!

That was the beginning of another new extension to "Gerry's family".

My heartfelt condolences to all of Gerry's family(families).

Kim Jobe and Ross Dalgleish

Gerry,

you had a heart of gold, and gentle manner. your smile could brighten any room and your stories could make the saddest of persons laugh. i am very grateful to have had you in my life and shall cherish our memories in my heart for all of time. im glad Lillian had the chance to spend time with her great-grandfather and she will always know of your love and selflessness. 
until we meet again, God Bless you and keep you safe

My heart goes out to the family in this time of sorrow

A great man has left us, a man with a heart of gold and wisdom! A strong man, one of the strongest people I have ever met in my life. A man with love in his heart, compassion and respect for others. A quiet man that listened and spoke softly with his heart, a man with the courage to face many obstacles and carry on with his head held high and with his feet planted on the ground, strong and proud. A man with a smile and a laugh that would fill a room with love. He will be missed by so many, but never forgotten.This man is my father in law.

To: The Crawley Family:
Many people will walk in & out of our lives, but only special cousins like Gerry will leave foorprints in our hearts.I wish I could be with you today,but due to illness I am unable to travel, however my Prayers are with you. Gerry was special, always making sure he visited everyone when he came home on vacation, and seeing us when we visited Toronto. Gerry loved his family, and we will all miss him greatly.May the God of all comfort, give you comfort and strength today and in the days ahead.
Blessings and Love,cousin Iona & family

This candle is for you and may it burn bright and forever more. I love you and will carry you with me always in my heart and in my thoughts.

"Many people will walk in and out of your life,
but only true friends will leave footprints in your heart."

"Some people come into our lives and quickly go...
Some stay and make footprints on our hearts...
And we are never, never the same."


"FOOTPRINTS IN THE SANDS OF TIME
ARE NEVER MADE BY SITTING DOWN."


"If you believe you can love without feeling pain,
then you must believe that you can run
through the snow without leaving footprints."

Some people come into our lives
and leave footprints on our hearts
and we are never ever the same.

Throughout our lives we are sent
precious souls...
meant to share our journey
however brief or lasting their stay
they remind us why we are here.

you were more than just a grandpa you were a friend that i could always lean on and go to for advice. you will be forever missed. and i will carry your words and  your memory with me where ever i may go in this world.

Our dearest Gerry:  We are all lost as to who would possibly be able to fill your shoes!?  You have been a constant for all of us, always...always ready and willing to help, to make us smile, to guide us.  The answer is simple, Gerry:  No one can replace you.  

You have been a most important person in all our lives, and you have made us look at life with eyes of kindness, compassion, patience, and loving steadiness.  There will never be another soul like you, Gerry, and you will always be loved by everyone who met you and knew you!  

God Bless You, Gerry!  And may God console the many people who love and miss you ...

Gerry, you'll always live in our hearts and memories...we love you,  
Sabine & Crome

Our thoughts are with you all during this tough time.  
Lisa Acton

Dear Edith and family:

Marg and I were very very sorry to hear of Gerry's passing.   Gerry and I go back a long time---working for the Durham Region.  
We will miss him dropping in to see us and to think that no more funny stories can be shared, and no more going out for coffee, and no more "old car" discussions can be talked about.  Gerry was a true gentleman and we will miss him dearly.  I feel that I have lost another brother. 
You have out deepest sympathy.

Harry Lyon and Marg

To Edith and all the families, we wish to express our sincere condolences in the loss of Gerry our good neighbour at McLaughlin Square. 

We were fellow members of the Garden Committee to which we were  appreciative when Gerry joined us.  He was amazingly instrumental in getting the jobs done, showed passion and interest in beautifying our courtyard. 

He will be sadly missed. 

Peace Be With You Gerry.
Susan and Walter Stewart L216

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Gerald Gerry Norman Crawley

January 15, 1943 – August 29, 2010

Oshawa Funeral Home

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