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Mark Eric Crawford, Sr.

May 20, 1965 — Jul 31, 2021

Mark Eric Crawford, Sr.

Friends will be received at the funeral home Saturday from 11 AM to 1 PM.

A Home Going service will be celebrated 1 PM at the funeral home.

Burial will follow in Wiltwyck Rural Cemetery.

Mark Eric Crawford, Sr. was born in Peekskill, NY on May 20, 1965 to Howard Crawford, Sr. and Rose Jones. He passed away July 31, 2021. Mark had a passion for working in healthcare in which he dedicated most of his time to. He was also known as DJ Sir Prize further fueling his passion for old school music. He enjoyed the simple things in life, such as attending family and friend gatherings, indulging in good food and detailing cars in his spare time.

Mark is survived by his loving family; brother Howard Crawford, Jr. & sister-in-law Michelle of Kingston NY, sister Toni Hendricks of New Jersey: his children Chrystal Moses of Atlanta GA; daughter LaChante Crawford and son Mark Crawford, Jr. of Peekskill NY; grandchildren Daishon Dabbs, Mateo Martinez Jr, Isaiah Crawford, Londyn Crawford and Gianni Coles and a host of nieces and nephews.
He is predeceased by his parents and his siblings Roger Zapata, Linda Baker, Pat Griffith, and Michael Grice.

He leaves behind many relatives and close friends to name the closest Cousin/sister Renee Smythe, best friend/brothers Perry Whitbeck, Derrick Horton, Myron Peoples and Randy Montgomery. Loving friend Lori Brodhead.

Mark was a fun-loving, caring person who was always the best hype man and supporter for many. He possessed a sensitive and passionate side which he always expressed. You knew he loved you no matter what. He also had the best sense of humor. His daughter LaChante gave him the nickname "Teardrop Tony." One of his favorite lines was "you know what I'm saying." His favorite color was blue. He will truly be missed.

"A great soul serves everyone all the time. A great soul never dies. It brings us together again and again." -Maya Angelou

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Past Services

Visitation

Saturday, August 14, 2021

11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Joseph V. Leahy Funeral Home, Inc.

27 Smith Avenue, Kingston, NY 12401

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Home Going Celebration

Saturday, August 14, 2021

Starts at 1:00 pm

Joseph V. Leahy Funeral Home, Inc.

27 Smith Avenue, Kingston, NY 12401

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Interment

Saturday, August 14, 2021

Starts at 2:00 pm

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