William Donald Crawford

DATELINE:  KINGS MOUNTAIN, NORTH CAROLINA William Donald "Don" Crawford William Donald Crawford, 92, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on February 05, 2022 at his home in Matthews, NC. He was born in Cleveland County, NC, son of the late Thomas Harmon and Ethel Lee Reynolds Crawford and was preceded in death by his wife of more than 50 years, Joe Ann Blalock Crawford and his daughter, Donna Ann Cornwell. He was also preceded in death by his brothers, Robert and Jim Crawford. Don was a longtime prominent resident of Kings Mountain and enjoyed staying active. He was involved in Boy Scouting for more than 80 years and a member of the Lions Club and countless other civic organizations. Don was a member of Boyce Memorial ARP Church where he and his late wife, Joe Ann, were very active. Don possessed a servants heart which was reflected in the many awards and commendations awarded to him over the years. He was a recipient of the Order of the Long Leaf Pine, the highest award given to a civilian by the governor, as well as the Dr. Charles Bell Award for scouting. Don served as the District Governor for the International Association of Lions Clubs and as the Wood Badge Deputy Camp Chief of Boy Scouts of America. Throughout his life, Don endeavored to enrich the lives of the people of Kings Mountain. Don's leadership, kindness, friendship, and generous spirit will be greatly missed. SURVIVORS: Wife: Gloria Perkins-Crawford, Matthews, NC Grandchildren: William "Bill" Paul Cornwell (Melissa), Durham, NC, and Angela K. Cornwell Holder (Grant), Kings Mountain, NC Great Grandchildren: Michael Cornwell, Sydney Cornwell, Anna Holder, and Kelsie Davis Step Children: Marcie Horton, Ed Sugg (Keri), Amy Rutledge (Eric) Step Grandchildren: Brandon Sugg, Josh Wood, Dan Wood, Abbey Rutledge, Austin Rutledge, Ryan Sugg, Cory Sugg, and Spencer Sugg Numerous other loving family and friends GRAVESIDE SERVICE: Saturday, February 19, 2022 at 3:00 PM with Reverend Robert Patrick III officiating at Mountain Rest Cemetery INTERMENT: Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain, NC GUEST REGISTER AVAILABLE AT WWW.HARRISFUNERALS.COM ARRANGEMENTS:  HARRIS FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, KINGS MOUNTAIN, NORTH CAROLINA