David Lewis Crawford, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away on June 1 at the age of 82 in Fayetteville, TN. Born on May 29, 1944, to the late Sidney Johnson and Winnie Grace Jean Crawford, David lived a life centered on family and serving his community.
He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Barbara Ann Franklin Crawford. Together they raised two children: daughter Bridgette Michelle Jones (husband Eric) and son David Brett Crawford (wife Amanda). Known affectionately as Gramps, David took great joy in his grandchildren: Walt, Jillian, and Eve Jones; Neyland, Reagan, Bristol, Paisley, Chesney, Joshlyn, and Gus Crawford. He is also survived by his brother, Raymond Crawford, and sister, Carolyn McInnis.
David was preceded in death by his parents, Sidney Johnson and Winnie Grace Jean Crawford, and his siblings: Louise Pitts, Virginia McClanahan, Mildred Dunn, Johnson Crawford, Lillian Posey, William Crawford, Patricia Moyers, and Sandra Crawford.
David will be remembered as a hardworking man who enjoyed time with family. He was an employee of Amana, a lifelong farmer, former owner of Bellview Grocery, and retired after over 30 years of driving a school bus for the Lincoln County Schools. David was a County Commissioner for many years and enjoyed serving his community.
Funeral services will be held at 2 PM on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at Higgins Funeral Home with Tim Franklin officiating. Burial to follow at Macedonia Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be on Saturday from 12 PM until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the charity of your choice.
The family extends heartfelt thanks to all who offered comfort and support during this time with. Special thanks to the staff at Donalson Care Center and Lincoln Medical Home Health and Hospice.
Higgins Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of David Lewis Crawford.
Mr Crawford was a man I always respected and loved. What a man to emulate. Prayers for comfort and peace.
Barbara, we are sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with your family.
Recalling the good times wes shared together, when we were young Prayers and sympathy for Barbara and family. Love to all.
My thoughts and prayers are with the family of Uncle David during this difficult time.
Barbara I am so sorry to hear of David’s passing. I always enjoyed seeing you all at the lodge. I will have you and all your family in my prayers.
David, as your brother, I am recalling and rejoicing in the day of your birth and the pathway to your many achievements until the Lord called you home
Barbara, my condolences to you & your family. I will keep you in my prayers.
Prayers for peace and comfort to you all during this most very difficult time.
Sorry for the loss of your loved one. God comfort the family during this difficult time 🙏❤️
Praying for the Crawford family. I’ve rode many times with Mr. Crawford as he drove the bus for the Falcons.
He will be truly missed!
I loved David! I am so so sorry. He will be missed
My youngest brother who carried the Family name with a great sense of humble pride. He became a stalwart in the final needs of both Mom and Dad. Mother was pleased especially with his adult life accomplishments and his choice of life mate with a loving daughter in love. No words can fully express my thanksgiving for his faithful position that God allowed him in our family.
Praying for God’s comfort for you all- our family has good memories of Bellview neighbors snd friends
Are prayers are with you Aunt Barbara and family
Our deepest condolences to you, Barbara and family. Prayers for peace and comfort during this most difficult time.
Barbara and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
I’m so so sorry.
We are so very sorry for your loss. You are in our hearts and in our prayers.
Sending my deepest sympathy to his family
Prayers are being uplifted for all the family during this difficult time. May you be comforted and find peace through our Savior, Jesus Christ!