Crawford Lee Boggs, 68
Crawford Lee Boggs, 68 of Green Cove Springs, FL and native of Richmond, VA, passed away on Monday, February 22, 2016, from complications resulting from esophageal cancer. He was born on November 22, 1947 in Applachia, VA.
He was a Veteran of the US Marine Corps and employed with CSX Transportation for over 44 years, spending the last 10 years as the Vice President of the ATDA, devoting his time to the betterment of all union employees. After retiring he became a member of American Legion Post 250 and Elks Lodge 1892. A trustworthy and honorable man, he will be remembered for his kindness and generosity to others. He adored his children and grandchildren and spent countless hours involved in their lives. He loved his family tremendously and will be greatly missed.
Crawford is survived by his wife of 46 years, Jean Boggs and three sons, Kevin Green (Tiziana), Kenny Green (Joy), Gary Boggs and one daughter, Teri Boggs Grantham. Ten grandchildren, Kenny Lee (26), Corey (22), Dylan (21), Nicolas (20), Rachel (19), Micayla (18), Parker (14), Landon (14), Carson (10) and Gavin (8). One brother, Richard Boggs (Tina), three sisters, Soundra Bertarelli (Vince), Linda Simmons (Roger) and Joyce Dudley (Bert).
The family would like to acknowledge the 5th floor CICU nurses at UF of Jacksonville, for their care and comfort of Crawford and his family.
Memorial Services will be held 2:00 PM Saturday, February 27, 2016 in the Chapel of Russell Haven of Rest with burial to follow in Russell Haven of Rest Cemetery with military honors by the USMC. Pastor Randy Hale will be officiating.
Arrangements are under the care of Russell Haven of Rest Cemetery, Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 2335 Sandridge Road, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043. Family and friends may share their condolences at: www.RHRFH.com 904-284-7720