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Mr. Earle Spencer Crawford, age 59, of York, SC, passed away on Thursday, April 23, 2026, at Piedmont Medical Center in Rock Hill, SC.
The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Thursday, April 30, 2026, at Bratton Funeral Home, 1455 Filbert Hwy, York, SC 29745.
Earle was born on April 3, 1967, in Richmond, VA. He worked as a chef at The Garden Café, where he excelled in his craft and found great joy in cooking. He had a deep love for music and enjoyed traveling to see his favorite bands perform.
Earle is survived by his loving wife, Kelly Dickson Crawford; his daughter, Drew Crawford; his father, Jim Crawford (Jo); his mother, Cathy Crawford; his sister, Adriane Fitzhugh (Steve); his mother-in-law, Linda Dickson; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his granddaughter, Joleigh Gill, and his father-in-law, Harold Dickson.
In memory of Earle Crawford, memorials may be made to “Make A Wish Foundation”.
Family and friends are invited to share memories, photos, and condolences online at www.brattonfuneralhome.com.
Bratton Funeral Home of York, SC is honored to serve the Crawford family.
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