Richard Claughton Crawford Obituary

The world bids farewell to Richard Claughton Crawford of Olympia, Washington, departing on May 5, 2026 at the age of 71. Richard leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Richard Claughton Crawford to show support.

Though Richard may no longer walk beside us, his memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those Richard touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In his absence, his spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Richard Crawford and Margaret Crawford. He is survived by: his sister Nancy Blecher (Robert); his niece Maggie Koller (Diego Garcia-Montero); and his nephew Patrick Koller.

In lieu of flowers, you can honor Rick with a gift to benefit Senior Services for South Sound (https://www.southsoundseniors.org).