"Spencer and family,We were saddened to hear of the loss of your mom. Though you were blessed to have her for many years it is never easy to have her go. She was a kind and loving women who was a pleasure to know. May you share many fond memories of her life well lived and find comfort in gathering in her honor. Sending you big hugs and love across the miles, Cathy and Mike"
In loving memory of
Margaret J. Craw
May 18, 1921 - February 12, 2020
Margaret J. (Coolman) Craw, 98, of Fairmount, died on Wednesday, February 12, 2020, at Colonial Oaks Healthcare Center, Marion, Indiana. Margaret was born in Washington Township (Grant County), Indiana, on May 18, 1921, daughter of the late Ernest and Winnie (Dillman) Coolman. She graduated from Marion High School in 1939 and Marion Business College. Margaret married Sanford D. Bunch on May 18, 1941, and from their marriage came four children, Sandra (Arnold) Rybolt, Sara (Wesley) Brookshire, Susan (Tom) Piper, and Spencer (Sharon) Bunch. Sanford preceded Margaret in death on March 18, 1962. Margaret remarried to Robert L. Craw on December 12, 1964, and welcomed children, Diana Craw, Beth (Frank) Liestenfeltz, Robert (Lee Ann) Craw, Julie (Ronald) Caldwell, Marcie (Bob) Kendall, and Tony (Linda Drake) Craw. Robert preceded her in death on January 8, 2007. Margaret worked as a bookkeeper for 50 years at the Fairmount Feed Grain and the Fairmount Implement. She was a member of Grant United Methodist Church and the Fairmount Order of Eastern Star where she had been a Past Matron.
Margaret is survived by her children Sandra (Arnold) Rybolt, North Judson; Sara (Wesley) Brookshire, Monticello; Susan (Tom) Piper, Swayzee; Spencer (Sharon) Bunch, Fairmount; Beth (Frank) Liestenfeltz, Marion; Julie (Ronald) Caldwell, Tampa, FL; Marcie (Bob) Kendall, Marion; and Tony (Linda Drake) Craw, Fairmount; 22 grandchildren, 35 great-grandchildren, and 13 great-great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by a daughter, Diana Craw; son, Robert Craw; granddaughter April Wiley; great-granddaughters, Maggie Mae Craw, Gayle Ann Liestenfeltz, and Brittany Brookshire; great-grandson, Ace Piper; brother, LaVon Coolman; and sisters, Elizabeth Barnes and Martha Oatess.
Arrangements for Margaret have been entrusted to Fairmount Chapel of Armes-Hunt Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 415 S. Main Street, Fairmount, Indiana 46928, where services will be held on Saturday, February 22, 2020, a visitation for family and friends from 11:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M., an Eastern Star Service beginning at 2:00 P.M., with the funeral service following, with Pastor Constance Cherry officiating. Burial will take place immediately following the services at Park Cemetery, in Fairmount.
Memorial contributions made in honor of Margaret may be made to either Grant United Methodist Church, 11018 S. 300 E. Fairmount, Indiana 46928 or to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation at cff.org or 4550 Montgomery Avenue, Suite 1100 N., Bethesda, MD 20814.
Memories and condolences may be shared at www.armeshuntfuneralhome.com
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"Granny was such a special, sweet soul. We will never forget that special twinkle in her eye. A favorite memory was meeting up with you, Spencer and Sharon, in Las Vegas in 1990. And then again in 1994 cruising around Bodega Bay, CA. Her love knew no boundaries. We loved any time spent in Fairmount, with fond memories of seeing what her union with Grandpa created, like that robust Christmas in July at their house. She was loved my many, and will be missed."
"Cinda thank you for your kind words. Susan Piper"
"SPENCER A ND Sharon SORRY to read of the passing of your Mom. She was a very kind and caring person. Treasure your MEMORIES."
"She taught you well, because you make me feel special and loved too Uncle Spencer. Love and hugs"
"Thanks Barry & Roberta for remembering us."
"Mom often mention you April. She enjoyed you so much."
"Thanks Roger"
"Cathy, Mom did so enjoy your presence with her at Northwood, yours and Gary visits. Thanks for being there for her."
"Kim, one thing my mom taught me in life is how to love. Kim you are so right Granny loved all her grandchildren equally. I will never forget when I would take her to get Christmas gifts she made sure she spend the exact amount on each one of you. Love you Kim and your joy."
"Sara Sorry for your loss. How amazing to have your mother for such a long time."
"My thoughts and prayers to the family, Margaret was a beautiful person, I will remember her with loving thoughts of a life well lived."
"To the Bunch and Craw family,Most of you know how much Margaret has meant to me not only did I get to grow up around her and see her frequently as a child, I also got the pleasure of taking care of her at Northwood Manor, Marion. I loved her so and loved visiting with all the family whenever they came to visit. My brother Gary Van Matre and I also would visit her quite a bit at Wesleyan Healthcare. I think of her often. I think about all of you also and miss seeing you. We will see you on Saturday. Again I am sorry to you all. Margaret , you were a very bright light for me."
"Such a sweet and kind Granny. There were so many grandchildren, but she always made me feel special . I will miss her terribly but she's in paradise now and with Grandpa, and that's a beautiful thing. I will miss her chicken and noodles and mac and cheese too! I'm very grateful I was able to see her in August.I'm also sorry to the rest of my family and to everyone who loves her.I love you Granny, always and forever until I see you again.Kim Liestenfeltz LoilerMatthew 5:4Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.Psalm 34:18The LORD is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit."
"I'M SORRY TO HEAR OF MARGARET'S PASSING. MAY PEACE BE WITH YOU AT THIS DIFFICULT TIME. MARGARET WAS A BEAUTIFUL PERSON WHO I KNEW FOR OVER 55 YEARS, SHE WILL BE MISSED BY MANY PEOPLE IN FAIRMOUNT."
"You will be missed by so many & was loved by all."
"Such a precious and sweet lady! Condolences to her family!"
"The Craw Family,Tony, Marcie, Julie, and Diana, I am sorry to read of the death of Margaret. I remember her working at the Fairmount Feed and Grain, as well as attending Grant UMChurch. I know she will be missed. God be with you at this time of loss."
"Margaret worked for my Grand Dad for so many years. I remember sitting with her at the elevator & telling her that one day I would work that calculator just as fast as she did. She was a loving, caring woman that had a beautiful soul. My thoughts & prayers are with the family."
"Susan, so sorry for your loss. Cinda (Curless) Bussell"
"Spencer so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Barry and Roberta Bennett"