Jeremy Jerome

Crawford

Jeremy Jerome Crawford Sr., lovingly known as Jerry, was born on February 20, 1969, to the proud parents of Roberta Crawford and Frank Eiland in Chicago, Illinois. Jeremy gave his life to Christ at an early age through Apostolic Church of God and reaffirmed his faith at Calvary Missionary Baptist Church in Toledo, Ohio.

Jeremy spent most of his young years in Chicago, Illinois up until middle school. He started high school at Scott High School in Toledo, OH and finished at William Rainey Harper High School in Chicago, Illinois. During his time at Harper, he was a star quarterback proudly wearing jersey #1. Upon finishing high school, Jeremy served in the United States Army as Private First Class. He was honorably discharged in March 1997. Jeremy's employment included, but was not limited to, Security Officer and Direct Caregiver.

Jeremy enjoyed listening to music including hip hop, rap, and jazz. He also enjoyed watching sports and movies, cracking jokes, and staying connected to his family and friends on social media.

Jeremy, 56, departed this life peacefully on Monday, October 13, 2025 at St. Vincent Medical Center Mercy Health. He was preceded in death by his parents, Roberta and Frank, half-sister, Frances Eiland, and treasured uncle, Will "Uncle Pete" Crawford.

Jeremy was a beloved husband, brother, father, and grandfather. Jeremy leaves to honor his memory: his wife, Sarah Burkes-Crawford of OH; half-sisters Brenda and Melba Eiland of IL, siblings-in-law, Jamey Burkes, James Burkes, and Corleatha Mays of OH; children Jeremy Crawford (Ivory) of WI, Jarren Crawford of IA, Jerlisa Coleman (Chris) of WI, Jerica Crawford of IA, Jaree Crawford of IA, Jerrett Crawford of WI, Candis Crawford of IL, Tony Bowen, Lanaisha Bowen, and Donniesha Butler of OH, 16 grandchildren and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews.