Duane Crawford

Duane Roy Crawford, 57, of Ooltewah, Tenn., passed away on Thursday, Nov. 16, 2017. He was preceded in death by his father, Roy Calvin Crawford. He is survived by his loving wife of 28 years, Louisette Crawford; daughter, Jill (Bryce) Reading, of Spokane, Wash.; son, Corey Crawford, of Ooltewah, Tenn.; sister-in-law, Carol (Harold) Lasley, of Ooltewah, Tenn.; grandchildren, Clara and Bryson Reading; and a host of family, nieces, nephews, aunts, and uncles. A memorial service will be held at 4 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 21, in the funeral home chapel with Dr. Gary Carver officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Jude, 1-877-956-7198. Please visit www.heritagechattanooga.com to share words of comfort and view the memorial tribute. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, Nov. 21, from 2 to 4 p.m. at Heritage Funeral Home, 7454 E. Brainerd Rd.