Crawford, Darrell Elliot 1948 - 2018

CRAWFORD, ROCKSVOLD, SCHLEE, WATERS, DAVI, ADRIAN, FARRINGTON, CURNOW

Posted By: Joy Moore (email)
Date: 5/19/2024 at 21:00:42

Darrel Elliot Crawford, age 70, of Frankville, Iowa passed away on December 13, 2018, at his home surrounded by family and friends after his one-year battle with a rare form of prostate cancer.

A celebration of life for Darrel will be held from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 18, 2018 at the Frankville Fire Station, 1140 Frankville Road in Frankville, IA.

There will be a memorial service starting at 7:00 p.m. with Rev. Lynn Noel presiding.

In Lieu of flowers: Memorials may be made to the Frankville Fire Dept.

Darrel was born on May 28, 1948 the son of Leonard and Iona (Rocksvold) Crawford at the Decorah Hospital. He grew up on his family’s farm in Frankville—attending Frankville School. He was baptized and confirmed at the Glenwood Lutheran Church and then graduated from Postville High School in 1966. He continued his education at Upper Iowa University, as well as, Iowa State University. Afterwards, Darrel ran the family farm in Frankville, worked for Szabo Construction in Postville and later at Valley Community Schools as the Grounds & Facility Director.

As a lifelong resident of Frankville, Darrel had a strong commitment to his community. He was always ready to get involved in new projects such as developing dry hydrants for rural residents and jump starting the installation and operation of the Frankville Water District. He also served as a Township Trustee and a County Soil Commissioner.

Darrel proudly served on the Frankville Fire Department for more than 40 years—serving various positions including chief. However, as a certified fire instructor, Darrel’s real passion within the department revolved around education and instruction.
Darrel married his high school sweetheart Mary (Schlee) at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church on June 24, 1972 and celebrated 46 years of marriage. He was a caring and loyal husband, father, grandfather, friend and neighbor who will be remembered by his desire to help others, his sincerity, integrity, humor and his ‘go er blow’ drive.

Darrel’s favorite pastimes involved fishing and boating on the Mississippi, four wheeling, ‘working’ in his shop, and fine tuning his lefse-making skills. But most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his family
and friends.

Darrel is survived by his wife Mary. Children: Chris (Amanda Waters) Crawford, Waukon, IA and Stacy (Danny) Davi, Decorah, IA. Grandchildren: Kaelin, Taylor, Tristyn and Kooper Crawford; Luca and Adrian Davi. Mother: Iona (Rocksvold) Crawford, Decorah, IA. Mother-in-law: Marie (Adrian) Schlee, Postville, IA. Brothers and Sisters-in-law: Connie (Rick) Farrington, Postville, IA, Barb Schlee, Bonita Springs, FL, Laurie (Sam) Curnow, Chanhassen, MN, Bill Schlee, Postville, IA and Tim (Annette) Schlee, West Des Moines, IA along with many nieces and nephews. Darrel was preceded in death by his father: Leonard Crawford. Father-in-law: Bill Schlee.

The family thanks Dr. David Heine, and Winneshiek County Hospice for their exceptional care and support and Pastor Lynn Noel for his spiritual guidance.

A special thanks to the Frankville Fire and area departments.

Source: Schluter - Balik Funeral Home database

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