Ian Macdonald Crawford born in Inverness on 11 June 1939 to Bernice MacDonald and Godfrey Crawford who both predecease him. He had one brother, Ross Crawford who also predeceases him. He died at the age of 83 on 31 March 2023 at Magog Hospital. He had various jobs throughout his life, including service in the Royal Canadian Air Force, Space Research Company, and Butterfields in Stanstead.
His first marriage to Louise Atkin produced 4 wonderful children, Donna (Murray), Catherine (Tim), Lorne (Debbie) and David (who predeceases him).
He and his second wife Doris Boomhower (who predeceases him), produced 2 lovely daughters Penny (Brad) and Anne (Shawn deceased).
He was blessed with many grandchildren, Krista, Jessica, Erica, Ryan, Leah, Cassie, Christopher, Julia, Zach, Sydney, Stephanie, Kendra, and his great-grandchildren Logan, Liam, Felix, Lydia, Emily, Theo, Eleanor and Aederic.
He moved to Fitch Bay as a young boy, where during his early years he met his first great love, playing the guitar. He would travel over the mountain on horse back with his guitar to Christie Mosher’s place for lessons. He enjoyed travelling and reading, but Ian is best remembered for playing music at the local bars with friends and fellow musicians. He could be counted on to entertain others at any opportunity by picking up his guitar to “have a tune”. When not travelling or entertaining friends and family with his music, he could often be found in Fitch Bay at the log cabin, cutting firewood, and spreading “natural light” throughout the property.
There will be a celebration of his life on Saturday April 8th from 1pm to 5pm at the Stanstead Legion. All who knew him are welcome. A private burial ceremony will be held at a later date.
Messages de sympathie
Our condolences to the Crawford family. Our thoughts are with you.
- Jeff and Angela Goodsell, le
21 avril 2023
Donna
So sorry for your loss. My sincere condolences in the loss of your Dad.
Thinking of you
- Terry Chamberlain-King, le
9 avril 2023
He was a wonderful friend and mentor
He will be missed
Sorry I couldn’t be there Saturday
Un arbre est planté à la mémoire du défunt
- Julie-Ann Courtemanche special nurse and friend, le
8 avril 2023
Deepest sympathy to the family and friends
- Celine Bernier, le
7 avril 2023
My dearest heartfelf sympathies will miss his tunes
Great sense of humour
Que mon soutien réchauffe votre coeur
- Roberta Dumas (Bobbie), le
6 avril 2023
My deepest condolences to you all, very sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts & prayers
- Joanna Wilson, le
5 avril 2023
Deepest heartfelt sympathy to all of Ian’s family. Life will never be the same.
- Bob, Pat, son Bob and Amanda, le
5 avril 2023
We extend our deepest sympathy to the family.
- Larry and Lorrayne Markwell, le
5 avril 2023
It was a privilege to know you.
A pleasure to serve you.
Thank 's for all the laughs.
- Jim Crook, le
5 avril 2023
My deepest sympathy to you all and your family's.He was a wonderful man. I loved to listen to him sing.He is going to be missed by many people.
- Helen Achilles Belanger , le
5 avril 2023
My deepest sympathies to you and your families xo
He used to come to the gas station in Stanstead on his buggy (as I called it) to pick up his weekly aero chocolate bars(10 or more) I just loved seeing his smiling face.
Going to miss how he called me "my girl" because he couldn't remember my name.
- Pauline Roger , le
5 avril 2023
Sympathies to the family.
Que mon soutien réchauffe votre coeur
- Paul and Linda Durocher, le
5 avril 2023
I am sympathetic to the entire family. Ian was a great guy. He had a sense of humor and enjoyed life. Play on!!!
- Keith MacDonald, le
4 avril 2023
Deepest sympathies on the passing of Ian. Knew the man, great friendly guy, always liked our conversations. RIP Ian!
- Patrick CLOWERY, le
4 avril 2023
My sympathies to entire family..will miss uncle Ian..hugs and prayers
Que mon soutien réchauffe votre coeur
- Corinne, le
4 avril 2023
Our sincere sympathies. He was a great man, always loved sitting with him at the legion and play some guitar. He will be greatly missed.
Que mon soutien réchauffe votre coeur
- David n Jennifer Cormier, le
4 avril 2023
Sending my most deepest and dearest sympathy to the family. May he rest in peace playing his guitar.
Que mon soutien réchauffe votre coeur
- Jennifer Belanger, le
4 avril 2023
I will miss my Neighbour at the Manoir ,also my lifelong friend R I P ,NOW YOUR PAIN IS OVER/R I P
- Mary Lou Gustin, le
4 avril 2023
My deepest sympathy
He will be missed at the Manoir
Que mon soutien réchauffe votre coeur
- Donna Rolfe , le
4 avril 2023
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