II Timothy 4:7-8, I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing.
T.J. Crawford age 45, Jonesborough, entered into Heaven Tuesday, August 30, 2016 at Johnson City Medical Center.
Ralph Thomas Crawford, Jr. was born in Washington County and son of Ralph Tom & Sarah “Ernie” Roberson Crawford, Jonesborough.
He was of the Christian faith. To know T.J. was to love him. He loved Tennessee Volunteers, Dallas Cowboys and Atlanta Braves Baseball. Words could never express the love he had for his family and friends, but he proved it to everyone through his actions every single day.
T.J. worked for Energy Solutions as a Control Room Operator.
In addition to his parents, survivors include his wife and love of his life, Pam Casey Crawford, Jonesborough; son and best friend, Spencer Crawford & fiancé, Ashton Earwood; daughter and baby girl, Alexis Crawford; beloved sister, Shannon Crawford, Chuckey; mother-in-law, Trula Belle Casey; lifelong best friends, Bill Johnson and Chad Scott; many aunts, uncles, cousins, nephews, nieces and extended Cornhole Family.
The family will receive friends from 6:00-9:00 pm Friday, September 2, 2016 at Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home.
Funeral services will be conducted 2:00 pm Saturday, September 3, 2016 at the Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home with Rev. Darrell Slagle and Pastor Mike Rice officiating. Interment services will follow at Bumpass Cove Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be J.J. Durham, Jeremy Smith, Bill Johnson, Chad Scott, Tyler Shipley, Cody Buck, Jessie Hilton, Drew Williams, Phil Stafford and Terry Lynn Johnson. Honorary pallbearers will be his Co-Workers.
09/03/2016
Mike Alabed (Julio)
I was a day late reading the J.C. Press, when I
picked it up I was in dis-belief when I saw TJ's
name in the obit's, TJ has been on my mind all day
he was so young ! I thought it might have someone
else with the same name until I saw his picture,
Tom my heart goes out to you and your wife, TJ and
I had some good laughs at Snap-On, I am so
sorry...
Tom,,so sorry to hear about TJ. I know how proud you were of him. He was a good man,always respectful of others.
You and Ernie are in our prayers.
09/03/2016
Matthew & Courtney Baird
Although we have only known you all a short time,
TJ impacted us more than you all will ever know!
He always made us feel right at home and let us
know we were always welcome! We are so blessed to
know you all! We love yall and you guys are in
our thoughts and prayers!
09/02/2016
Alan, Pamela, Hannah Hendrix
When GOD calls our loved ones home, he leaves a
gift of memories in exchange. Rest easy dear
friend you are in loving arms now.
09/02/2016
TERRY AND ANN RAGAN
HEAVEN GAINED A SPECIAL MAN. WE ARE GLAD TO HAVE
CALLED YOU OUR FRIEND AND WISH WE COULD HAVE BEEN
THERE FOR THE FAMILY. DUE TO HEALTH ISSUES WE
COULDN'T. JUST KNOW YOU ALL ARE IN OUR PRAYERS AND
ONE DAY WE WILL MEET AGAIN LOVE YOU ALL TERRY AND
ANN RAGAN AND FAMILY
SO SORRY TO HEAR THIS ABOUT TJ. I PRAY GOD STAYS
BY THE FAMILIES SIDES THROUGH IT ALL HE WILL BE
MISSED THAT IS FOR SURE.GOD LOVE YOU ALL.
09/02/2016
Tiny & Stacey Barbour
TJ fought hard along with his family to stay
with us but God knew he had already done a
lifetime of good here. He was a true friend to
us along with so many others and left us with
memories to remember. He showed everyone what
family meant to him and was loved for being a
great person inside and out. Rest now and we
will see you later.
I am sorry to hear of TJ's passing. TJ was a fantastic person
and a GREAT baseball coach. It was an honor to coach with
him. I will always cherish our state championship experience.
I will miss him always. If the family ever needs anything,
please let me know. I will keep all of you in my prayers. Beth
and I love you guys and will be here to help if you need
anything.
Tom, I was so sorrow to hear about T.J. I thought a lot of him. I know this will be hard for you and the family. I will be unable to attend the services, but I will be thinking about you all. Hang in there, and good luck.
09/02/2016
Steve, Sheri, Sebastian and Spencer Bakken
TJ was a good friend I always enjoyed his company and his stories. We would share stories about our son (who were both named Spencer) and came to realize that they acted a lot alike. TJ seemed to think it was the name. He always had a story, joke and a smile. We will remember him always. We had a great time the last time we saw him, it was great to see him with no worries for a few hours that night. Pam, Spencer and Alexis you guys are in our prayers and we are here for you all.
I am so sorry to hear of TJ's passing. My sympathy
goes out to all of the family. I worked with TJ
and his dad for years at Snap-on and will always
remember TJ as a very happy and very intelligent
man with a great sense of humor and a joy to be
around. Tom, you raised a very good son. God bless
all of you in the family during this time. I'll
never forget TJ. I am blessed to have known him as
a friend.
Our condolences to the family. I remember
Tj when Spencer played little league.
Prayers to you all
TJ a person respected by all as a fantastic Father, Husband and Friend, my regret is I met him recently and not earlier in my life - Thank you TJ for just being you, that is all we needed,
Loving thoughts & prayers sent. TJ was one of a kind. He will
be missed tremendously.
My condolences to the Crawford family. Hold on to
happy memories. “What we have once enjoyed, we can
never lose. All that we love deeply becomes part
of us.” -Helen Keller
I'm so sorry for your loss....Will be praying for
all of u...
My sincere condolences for each of
you. May God comfort you during this
time. I worked with TJ at SNAP ON in
JC. He was always kind and sweet.
Prayers going up for his family.
See you later TJ. Love you brother
09/01/2016
Duane and Ginny Shipley and Family
Our hearts and prayers are with you and
your family.
