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Obituary For Icyphine Crawford
OBITUARY OF MRS. ICYPHINE L. CRAWFORD
Mrs. Icyphine L. (Long) Crawford passed away on Friday, March 13, 2026, at the age of 91. She was born on April 30, 1934, to the late Carter Long and Minnie Lee Ellison Long of Union Springs, AL.
She leaves to mourn a devoted and loving husband of 66 years, Mr. James H. Crawford, Sr. three beautiful children: Belinda (Jerome) Walker, Deborah Crawford, & James (Veronica) Crawford, Jr; five dynamic grandchildren: Jeremy Walker, Joshua Walker, Devin Crawford, Kaitlyn Crawford, & Jasmine Crawford; three adorable great-grandchildren: Ayden Crawford-Jacobs, Tristan Pruitt, & Skyelyn Crawford; one outstanding brother-in-law: Mr. William Joseph Crawford; two wonderful sisters-in-law: Mrs. Barbara Wade & Mrs. Dolores Hawkins; a dedicated & loving nurse/caregiver & friend: Mrs. Connie Williams; and an amazing host of nieces, nephews; cousins, & friends.
The Homegoing Celebration for Mrs. Crawford will be held on Monday, March 30, 2026, 11 AM, at St. Paul AME Church with interment at Ft. Mitchell National Cemetery (Ft. Mitchell, AL). Service will be live-streamed (see clickable link below).
Repass will be held at St. Paul AME Church (Columbus, GA).
Visitation will be on Saturday, March 28, beginning at 12:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. and also on Sunday, March 29, beginning at 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. with a wake at 3:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. at Progressive Funeral Home.
Progressive Funeral Home staff considers it an honor and a privilege to serve the family of Mrs. Icyphine L. Crawford.
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Cynthia Jacobs sent Traditional Floor Basket for Icyphine Crawford - March 28, 2026
Denise Jordan sent The Peace Lily for Icyphine Crawford - March 28, 2026
Nina Loftus sent Mixed Spray for Icyphine Crawford - March 27, 2026
Angel Carson sent Peace Lily for Icyphine Crawford - March 27, 2026
James H Hatchel Jr sent The Peace Lily for Icyphine Crawford - March 26, 2026
NATASHA L JEWELL sent The Peace Lily for Icyphine Crawford - March 25, 2026
Lori Ferguson planted 1 trees in memory of Icyphine Crawford . - March 19, 2026
Lori Ferguson sent The Peace Lily for Icyphine Crawford - March 19, 2026
Connie Marie Williams sent Gracious Lavender Basket for Icyphine Crawford - March 18, 2026
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Sending sincere condolences to the Crawford family. I will always cherish nothing but sweet memories of Mrs. Icyphine. She was a very special lady. I will continue to lift you all in prayer.
Wonderful woman with Grace. Prayers for the family, Hallelujah!! Adrian and Lisa Cauthen
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To Mr Crawford, James, Veronica and entire family. Sincerest condolences to all. May the Good Lord God encourage each and everyone's heart at this time. Love you all so much.
Cherishing sweet caring memories of sweet caring lady,with heartfelt sympathy and love.
I am certain you will miss your beautiful Mother, a beacon of light to many. May the cherished memories sustain you during this difficult time. Cherish the time you spent together, the joy you shared, and the valuable lessons you learned. Let your strength come from God! May your family find comfort and peace in Christ, a peace that surpasses all understanding. God is saying to Mother Crawford, "Well Done, thy good and faithful servant!" I am praying for you, Soror Deborah, and your family. Remember Proverbs 3:5-6!
Send him my condolences to the family of Mrs. Crawford. May you find peace and blessings during this difficult time. Alicia Hayes Miller
To the Crawford family please accept my condolences on the loss of your beloved mother. God bless you during this difficult time. Alecia Hayes Miller
🕊 Aunt Icyphine's life was compassionately fulfilled. Beautifully her head is adorned with a crown for her Faithfulness. She is wrapped in a majestic purple robe for her wisdom and Love she displayed for all...
Auntie shared with me the last time we spoke, "It Is Well With My Soul". Don't you worry baby. It is well with my soul auntie. Love is powerful. It leaves a memory that no one can steal. Death leaves a heartbreak which only Heaven can heal.
Thoughts of you Forever, 🕊
Your loving niece and nephew, G and Edward Crawford (Spirit, Truth, and Liberty Ministries) of Columbus, Georgia
Mrs C, (as I called her) was a sweet, kind and spiritual person. When my sister married James jr, she accepted her as a daughter into her heart and family. I always said, If I didn't have the parents I had Mr & Mrs C would be my choice. We will miss her but knowing she is no longer in pain is some consolation to losing her. Rest well Mrs C. We will take care of Mr C. Love The Johnson Family (Lynn, PJ, Mona, Clint, Phyllis, and Emmett) from Canton, MS.
Rest well dear servant of the most high God! Deepest condolences to the family. Mrs. Icyaphine has always been dear to my heart starting with being my Sunday teacher, supporting everything dealing with the up bringing of children at Mt. Gilead and I remember her seat in the choir! Soft spoken! She helped to mold me! Praise the Lord for such a faithful woman!
I am a genuine bonifide Columbusite, born & raised in Columbus. And though I cannot remember the pleasure of meeting & talking to Mother Crawford, I know her son. We met & share church affiliation at the Salem Missionary Baptist Church, Lilburn, GA. My wife Jackie & I joined Salem in 1994. And shortly thereafter we met Mother Crawford's son, James, his wife, Veronica & their son, daughter & later, their grandchild. And every since then, James & I, as homeboys away from home here in The ATL, we became close friends, like Brothers of a different Mother. We have shared great life experiences on so many different levels.
As James is an offspring of Mother Crawford, I can say unequivocally, she raised a wonderful person. We have become great friends at Church & in our home communities. The qualities Mother Crawford instilled in James must be some of her same qualities. James is a humble servant of GOD, kind, gracious & ready to aid most anyone in any way he can.
Though our paths never crossed while we lived in Columbus, James & I share a friendship a mindset I will cherish until my dying day.
Jackie & I have experienced a great kinship & fellowship with the Crawfords. Our relationship ranks pretty high among all the people we have ever met!
So to the family, we extend our condolences in this time of grief. And may Mother Crawford's life be long celebrated, remembered & revered. To GOD Be The Glory! Amen! 🙏
