Ann 

It is so hard to believe that 6 months ago today many lives were changed by the early and untimely death of Brian. Although we were unprepared, God wasn’t. His perfect will was being done and He was waiting for Brian with open and loving arms. We understand that Brian is experiencing a perfect life now with His Heavenly Father. It is still hard for those of us left because as mortal beings, our heart aches for the loss of Brian in our lives. I try every day to be thankful for the time he was able to spend with his family and friends and I do find comfort in knowing that as Christians, our time on earth is so short compared to our eternal life spent with our Savior and all of our Christian brothers and sisters, including Brian Allen Crawford. We love you Brian and you will never be forgotten!

Ann – June 02, 2009 at 08:09 AM
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Jim Collier

Words cannot express our compassion for your family at a time like this. We can only hope that the love of Christ will comfort your family through this extremely trying time. Our thoughts and our prayers are with you.
May God be with you always,
The Jim Collier Family

Jim Collier – June 02, 2009 at 08:09 AM
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Cheryl Crawford

Brian, this was our first Christmas Eve without you. No one would wear your Santa Hat that was your job. We did let Bryce and Rachael wear the Santa hats and help pass out the presents. I left your 18th and last Christmas ornament on your grave. We gave up the tradition of having pizza on Christmas eve, it just wouldn’t be the same without you. We miss you so much but as GM Doris told me,this is your first Christmas with Jesus. We love you brain and always will. Merry Christmas and have a Heavenly New Year with our Savior.

Love GM Cheryl

Cheryl Crawford – June 02, 2009 at 08:09 AM
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Mike Novotny

Brian,

You were the closest thing i ever had to a little brother. I love you.  Good job on the site Kenneth. If there’s anything you, Anna, or the boys need let me know.

Uncle Mike

Mike Novotny – June 02, 2009 at 08:09 AM
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Ann Benson

Dear Anna, Kenneth, Brad, Bryce and Family,

I have been waiting on the right words to come to me before I sent this, but I realized tonight,they probably won’t come & I can only speak from my heart.
Saying I am sorry seems so small, but that is all there is. The last time I saw Brian was Tuesday night and he was sitting right here at our computer with Andrew. They were talking about UCO and their dorm room. They were both smiling and that is what I try to remember when I close my eyes at night, their smiles and the sound of their laughter.
I am praying for God’s peace and grace to surround you all. Please know that Bryan, I, Emily and of course Andrew, are available to you 24/7.

Ann Benson – June 02, 2009 at 08:09 AM
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Sarah Sligar

Dear Kenneth,Anna, and boys,
Brian has made an impact on my life as well as others and I still think about him everyday. My thoughts and prayers are with you always. I’ll always treasure the 13 years I grew up with him.
~Sarah~

Sarah Sligar – June 02, 2009 at 08:09 AM
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Leanne Collier

Brian, I still can’t believe that u are gone! it seem just like yesterday that we were playing on the playground and going through middle school and finally making it to high school!you have made such a HUGE impact on my life!i will always remember the good times that we had together!it is like reality still hasn’t hit yet! it seems like you and Tyler are at college and that you both will be back soon, but i know that ya’ll are in a better place watching over all of us! Brian you are truly miss, and i think of you EVERYDAY!!!!!

Leanne Collier – June 02, 2009 at 08:09 AM
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