It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Joe Pat Crawford on June 16, 2024, in Canton, Texas.  Joe was born on December 12, 1938, to Pettes Hamilton and Stella Gertrude "King" Crawford in Rockwall, Texas.  Joe retired from his security post at Raytheon after more than 30 years of dedicated service.  In his spare time, he enjoyed golfing, reading, watching movies and spending time with his youngest brother, Ken.  Joe was a Master Mason in good standing of Garland No. 441 of the Grand Lodge of Texas.

He is survived by his brother, Ken Crawford of Canton, Texas, son and daughter in law, Tony and Stacie Crawford of Kaufman, Texas; daughter, Lisa Jacinto of Italy, Texas; four grandchildren, five great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Pettes and Stella Crawford; two sisters, Ruby Foster and Ruth Lorene Russell; five brothers, Gaylon Crawford, Todd Crawford, Bob Crawford, Bill Crawford and infant brother, George Don Crawford.

Interment will be at a later date at Rockwall Memorial Cemetery in Rockwall, Texas.