Martin O'Donnell Crawford passed away peaceful at the age of 95yrs old in Greenfield Park at the Charles Lemoyne hospital after battling with heart and kidney failure with his devoted wife Jennifer Viner Crawford by his side.
Martin was born on July 6th, 1930 to George and Ruth Crawford in Bridgetown, Barbados.
After graduating he worked in a hotel from about the age of 18-20, Then he worked for the Harrison Boats Ship learning to be an engineer.
He met his first wife Muriel Davis in the late 1940-1950's and eventually moved to England he worked in a hospital for a while shoveling coal.
He had 6 children, Marilyn and Maureen and 4 with Muriel, Michael, Julie and Martin Jr.
He eventually moved to Montreal and had Marvin, he worked at the Catherine Booth Hospital and resumed working with the lakes with the Canadian Steam Ship Lines.
Martin divorced and retired and at a barbecue met his present wife Jennifer Viner Crawford.
They Travelled and had a busy social life and later a quiet life.
Martin was predeceased by brothers and sisters, Austin, Paul, Beresford, Ervine and Baby Ruth and children : Martin Jr. , Marvin and Maureen.
He is survived by is brother Aubry, Peter and Joy, 10 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren, nephews, cousins, brother in law Blaine Viner and friends.
He will be missed immensely.
Instead of flowers send donation to heart, stroke and kidney foundation.
Ceremony:
26 July - 3970 Chem. de la Côte-Sainte-Catherine, Montréal, QC H3T 1E3
Viewing 10am - 11 am
Funeral 11 am - Until
Martin O'Donnell Crawford
1930-2025
Funeral
St Paul's Anglican Church
3970 Chem. de la Côte-Sainte-Catherine, Montréal, QC H3T 1E3
3970 Chem. de la Côte-Sainte-Catherine, Montréal, QC H3T 1E3
Saturday, 26 July 2025
10:00
Condolences to the family
Dear Jenny & family, so sad to hear this news. Sending love & strength during this difficult time. Uncle Martin will be remembered as a kind, loving, emphatic soul. May he rest in eternal peace. Accept our sincere condolences 🙏🏽Deb & family xo
Dear Jenny & family, so sad to hear this news. Sending love & strength during this difficult time. Uncle Martin will be remembered as a kind, loving, emphatic soul. May he rest in eternal peace. Accept our sincere condolences 🙏🏽Deb & family xo
I was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Martin, a cherished friend of my late father, Rufus Haddock. Please accept my heartfelt condolences during this difficult time. Please know that our thoughts are with you and your family. May Martin rest in peace, and may you find strength in the love that surrounds you. With deepest sympathy, Michael Haddock
My deepest condolences to you and Martin family my dearest thoughts are with you.
Thinking of you dear Jenny, during this difficult time. Deepest condolences on the loss of your husband. Will keep his memory in our hearts. Much love from Shavon and family July 24 2025
Jenny, It is with a lot of sadness we heard about Martin; Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. He will last forever in our hearts. He will continue to love and guide you from Heaven! Our sincerest condolences!
Jenny our sincere condolences on the passing of Martin. June and Family
I’m so sorry for your loss , My heart is with you during this difficult time., thinking of you and sending you love and strength. Continue to be strong.
Dear Jenny, I’d like to wish you my sincerest condolences on the passing of your husband. I wish you strength during this arduous time. You were a faithful and loyal wife and Martine was a lucky man to have you share that time with him. Sincerely, Marie.
My deepest condolences my dear Jennifer on the loss of your beloved husband may he rest in eternal peace . Love Pat and family 🙏🕊️💙🙏