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In Loving Memory of

Norma Crawford

29th August 1932 - 17th December 2025

Norma Elizabeth Crawford's story starts on August 29, 1932, when she was born in Box Hill, Victoria, Australia to parents Joseph Cox, a nurseryman, and Fanny Cox, a housewife. When Norma was 22, she married her husband, Neil Crawford and on 12th March 2025 they celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary. They began their married life in Mitcham and went on to become parents to Rosemary, Elaine, Robyn, and Janet. Norma adored Neil, her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and all subsequent partners. Norma and Neil remained in the same home until 2025 when poor health stepped in and they moved to Aged Care in Croydon. Her other loves were her faith and connection with God and her music. Norma taught both piano and organ for many years and played organ at her church for over 5 decades. Norma was also involved with many Committees and Charities and was tireless in her input in these activities. Saying 'I'm unable to help' was not a phrase that flowed easily from Norma's mouth. Norma is loved by family and friends alike. She will be deeply and fondly missed and forever remembered. We encourage you to help keep her story alive by sharing a memory or reflection.

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To my very special Auntie Norma. You will be sadly missed by all who knew you. Great memories of our families growing up and the fun times we all had ...

JN
June N Jan 15, 2026 01:27 PM

Fond memories of both Norma and Neil. Wonderful friends to my mum and dad, Beth and Ian smith.

KS
Kathy Smales Jan 10, 2026 06:54 PM

Norma and Neil have both been lifetime friends of our family. Norma was a person with a welcoming smile who had a gift for engaging with new people; a woman ...

CC
Clark Family Clark Jan 10, 2026 06:03 PM

When I first met Norma just prior to Rosemary's and Bobs wedding in the late 70's, I was taken by Norma's humility and kindness.Totally foreign to me..Her welcoming of Bob's ...

KH
Ken Hughes Jan 10, 2026 11:13 AM

Rosemary & I have been friends all our lives we used to.wave to each other in our prams when our mothers took us for walks Norma was the loveliest person ...

KB
Katrina Butson Jan 09, 2026 04:10 PM

Fond memories of growing up at Mt Pleasant church. You looked right and there was Mrs Crawford sitting at the organ …and beside me mum and dad (Ina and Ken) ...

LC
Leanne Clark Jan 09, 2026 03:59 PM

Deepest sympathy to the Crawford family. Norma was such a gentle, kind and generous person and will be deeply missed.

MM
Margaret Miller Jan 09, 2026 10:38 AM

Memorial Service


Venue: Forest Hill Uniting Church
Date: Jan 19, 2026 11:30 AM
Location: 333A Canterbury Rd, Forest Hill VIC 3131
Service details:

The Musical Memorial for Norma will be held at the Forest Hill Uniting Church beginning at 11.30am on Monday 19th January. Following the service there will be light refreshments offered in the Church Hall.
Parking is available in the Church grounds however if the spaces are full we suggest you park in Will Street behind Church grounds. Canterbury Road is not the safest place to park.
Please note that if you are searching for Church details on the Internet, the website will state that the Church is permanently closed. As very special and long-time Church Members, we are permitted to use the facilities.