Crawford, Carol Ann, 68 of Tierra Verde, passed away on Tuesday, April 26, 2016.  Born in Philadelphia, Carol was raised in Ardmore, PA and attended St. Dennis and graduated from Haverford High School in 1965.  She is preceded in death by her parents, Carl and Anne Alessi.  She was a member of the Tierra Verde Woman’s Club.  Carol was very artistic and enjoyed handcrafting accessories and jewelry for her family and friends.  She will always be remembered as being strong; she fought a courageous battle until the end.

Carol is survived by her loving husband of 48 years, Jerry; son Christopher; daughter Alyson; brother, Phillip (Mary); many nieces, nephews and friends.  Carol;s Memorial Service will be held Monday, May 2, 2016 at 10 A.M. at St. John’s Vianney Catholic Church, St. Pete Beach.

Link to obituary in the Philadelphia Inquirer:

http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/philly/obituary.aspx?n=carol-ann-crawford&pid=179817964&fhid=5590