John F. Crawford Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to John F. Crawford of Owatonna, Minnesota, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. John left this world on January 2, 2026 at the age of 89, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of John F. Crawford to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, John W. Crawford and Inez Crawford (Dickison); his former wife Helen Marie Machacek; his parents-in-law, Emil, Mary Machacek, Glenn, Esther Schmeling, Ray Machacek (Florence) and Myles Nachacek (Cecilia); and his sisters-in-law, Marion Schmeling and Lorna Schmeling.
He is survived by: his wife Diane; and his brothers-in-law, Evan Schmeling (Linda) and Alan Schmeling (Sue). He is also survived by nieces and nephews.
