Obituary of Angela A. Crawford

Angela Denise Crawford was born on April 13, 1966 in Memphis, Tennessee to Amos Lawrence and Bessie (Crawford) Lawrence. The oldest of five children. Angela, affectionately, known to all as Angie, grew up in Westbury, NY until the age of 16. In 1982, the family relocated to Wyandanch, NY, where her parents still maintain the family home. In her younger years, Angie, also enjoyed a school year and several memorable summers with her paternal family members in Lowndes County, Alabama. All who were blessed to have Angie as a part of their life, knew unconditional and genuine love. She may not have thought she had much to give, as far as material gifts, but what she did have to offer was PURE LOVE. Angie's family meant the world to her. Her lifes motto and devotion, truly reflected the phrase, Family Over Everything! The love she shared with each family member was a special, tailor-fitted, and unique bond. On birthdays, holidays and special occasions, you were guaranteed to receive a phone call, greeting card or both from Angie. The family looked forward to her energy and excitement for those special celebrations. If you were not available, you better believe, Angie would be calling back, as her "celebration mission" was incomplete, until she spoke to you! With all of the love she had for her family, one may not know that she didn't have children of her own, because of how she beamed with pride for her nieces and nephews. They were her kids, her babies. She loved them with all her heart. Angie, was one of our greatest strengths and protectors of our family. Over the years, as the Lawrence family blossomed, grew, and many relocated to various states, she remained in New York, as a foundation and supportive pillar for our parents and our homebase. Always available, always contributing with her presence. She proudly encouraged, cheered and lifted her family. Angie contributed her specific strengths and support to the family, enabling the entire family legacy, to grow and reap the benefits. Conversations with Angie were always entertaining and memorable. Life lessons provided her with the wisdom and heart to share, in only the unique way Angie could. We will always remember her voice, and her ranges from extreme animated descriptions to overly dramatic explanations. Her phrases, greetings and cliches were a guaranteed part of that conversation. "Quiet as its kept", "I know that's right!", "All the tea in China", "Hey darling", "Cross the T's, dot the I's, and pet the dog!", and many more. We will always cherish how that smile, that laugh and her funny stories, would brighten your day. With her strength, her determination, and the overflowing love from family, Angie overcame most of her life's trials and tribulations. It made her even more compassionate, appreciative, and supportive. She became an inspiration to others with similar challenges. As with many of us, she was still a work in progress, but she believed in her Lord and Savior, and the strength HE would provide to overcome her struggles. Angie has always maintained her personal relationship and love for the Lord. She began attending Perfecting Faith Church in Freeport, NY, with Pastor Donnie McClurklin in 2014, and became a member in 2015. Angela was preceded in death by: her maternal grandmother Carrie Crawford; her paternal grandmother Alice Moore and her aunt Gloria Moore. She leaves to cherish her memories; her parents Amos and Bessie Lawrence; her two brothers Eric (Lafonia) Lawrence and Alando (T'myka) Lawrence; two sisters Tanya (Ronald) Dials and Starie Lawrence; nieces and nephews Tanise, Gelissa, Preston, Dante, Ebonee, Quenton, Tamara, Paris, Delysha, Dysean, Tiara, T'mya, Tiani, Eryka, Seth, Malik, Alando lll, Elysia, Makaila, Ronell, Emmanuel, T'nae, Gabrielle and Noelle; one great-niece Kaliyah; three great nephews Jayden, Trey, and TJ; three aunts Wanda Moore, Alma (Sears) Carnes and Debra (Peter) Moore; three uncles Leroy Crawford, Moses Moore and Rembert Moore; loving cousins; a special friend Mr. K Carter; as well as, a host friends. We are given this gift of life, to figure out, explore and lovingly impact lives. We were not ready for Angie to receive her wings, but God has said that her seeds have been planted, good deeds have been done and we (family and loved ones) believe that He is pleased. She departed this life on Saturday March 25, 2017, at her home in Amityville, NY. Angie is at peace, and her soul is at rest. She is loved by us all, in our hearts forever and will be missed beyond measure.