JAMES D. CRAWFORD, HOULTON – James D. Crawford, 88, died on May 29, 2018, in Bangor. He was born on August 18, 1929, in Littleton, the son of John and Pearl (Williams) Crawford.
James was a veteran of the US Army, a member of the Monument Lodge #96 of Houlton, the Anah Shriners of Bangor, the American Legion Post #47 of Houlton, and the Houlton Fish and Game Club. He earned his private pilots license, was a ham radio operator, and a life-long carpenter.
He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Elizabeth (Adler) Crawford; his sister, Joyce Shaw of Littleton, and several treasured nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents; a sister, Glenna Ivey; and a brother, Harold Crawford.
A special thank you to Madigan Rehab, Houlton Regional, EMMC 6th floor nurses, and Dr. Paul Tan for their care.
Friends called from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. on Friday, June 1st, 2018, at Bowers Funeral Home, 10 Water Street, Houlton, where funeral services was held 1 p.m. with Rev. Steve Straubel officiating. Interment was in the Littleton Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, those who wish may donate to the Southern Aroostook Agricultural Museum, 1678 US Highway 1, Littleton, ME 04730. For an online memory book and to leave condolences please visit www.bowersfuneral.com
