James Roy Crauswell's Obituary
On Wednesday, June 1, 2022, James Roy Crauswell, loving husband, father, and grandfather, passed away at age 76. James was born on January 2, 1946, in Princeton, Florida to Charles Fredrick and Minnie Edna Crauswell. He graduated Plant City High School, serving as an apprentice funeral director and received his funeral director's license. He married his high school sweetheart and neighbor, Jeannie Kaye Brewington, on June 17, 1967, and they raised 1 daughter, Alecia Dawn Crauswell and 1 son, Chad Eli Crauswell. James was drafted into the U.S. Army in 1969, served in Vietnam and completed 24 years and 10 months honorably with many sacrifices, family in tow, earning many awards and honors. After moving to Florida in 2011, James pursued his interest in beekeeping and recruited his wife and daughter in the bee chasing business. James was known for his infectious smile, and his kind and compassionate spirit.
A memorial service will be held at the Crauswell family farm on July 3, 2022 at 1pm.
4515 Rushing Rd.
Lakeland, Florida 33810
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