Wilbur John Crawford Jr., age 65 of Eastlake, passed away March 26th, 2026 at home surrounded by his family. He was born November 10th, 1960 in Cleveland to the late Wilbur John Crawford Sr. and Erma Gean Crawford.
Wilbur worked as a machinist and pipe fitter at Shoreline Industries in Cleveland.
Wilbur was an avid sports fan and Cleveland Indians, Browns and Cavs fan. He enjoyed the outdoors, backpacking and camping.
Wilbur was the loving husband and best friend for 43 years to Patricia Grant Crawford; dearest father of Patricia Rose (Jeff) Hoon, and Krystal Amber (Scott Agner-fiancé) Crawford; cherished grandfather of Ariella Hoon; brother of John (Robin) Crawford, and Linda (Tom) Wiencek; son in law of Patricia Kurt; brother in law of Victoria Wolford and Joanna Schmidt; uncle to many nieces and nephews; loving pet dog Cheeky.
The Crawford family will receive family and friends from 2:00 – 5:00 PM Saturday, April 11th, 2026 at Jeff Monreal Funeral Home, 1000 Mentor Ave., Painesville. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 4:30 PM Saturday, April 11th at the funeral home.
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I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers…. 4407962724
Though we’ve lost contact over the years due to distance, work, commitments, and just life, I feel for all of you closest to Wilbur. I offer my love and prayers for those of Wilbur’s family and friends, my family and friends. May God bless you in this time of grief.
My heart breaks for Wilbur’s family. I have many memories growing up with him. We would all be at my house playing masterpiece, eating buttered popcorn and pizza .. habits I still enjoy. Always in my heart ❤️ May the Lord give your family peace during this sorrowful time. Praying for all of you. xoxo’s
Will see you on the 22th geez Wilbur looks like John in this picture
In our heartfelt prayers 🙏
Haven’t talk to Wilbur in years lost contact with him praying for the family so sorry for your loss phone is 216-355-3616 painsville Ohio
My heart goes out to the Wilbur’s family. My thoughts and prayers for all of you. I spent a lot of my childhood around Wilbur, John and Linda, made to feel like a member of your family. You will be missed and fondly remembered by me, my family, and all who knew you.
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