He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Paula Gazaway; son, Douglas Davis & fiancé Debra; daughter, Dawn Griffin & husband Josh; sister, Judy Smart, two grandchildren Alex Griffin, Haley Griffin; niece, Stephanie Smart; as well as many other loved ones and a host of friends.
James is a Veteran of the United States Air Force, serving during the Vietnam War. He was all about family, and through example inspired those around him. He was a faithful member of The Church of Christ in Jasper, Texas.
He is preceded in death by his parents, James Carlton Gazaway, Viva Eugenia Crawley, and brother-in-law, Butch Smart.
A visitation will be held Thursday, September 2, 2021, 5-7pm at Pace Funeral Home.
There will be a Celebration of Life at 1:15pm, Friday, September 17, 2021, with military honors at Ft. Sam Houston 1520 Harry Wurzbach Rd
San Antonio, TX 78209.
Condolences(6)
Ava and Pete Peters
KENOVA, WV Wednesday, September 1, 2021 Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you at this time. Crawley has always had a special place in our hearts. We will be with you in spirit on the 2nd and 17th.Our love and sympathy,
Aunt Ava and Pete
Karen Hollis, Sherry Huie
Kyle, TX Tuesday, August 31, 2021 Paula, Our prayers and thoughts are with you and the family.I have missed our visits from when my sweet Grannie stayed with you at ‘A Woman’s Place’ . Thank you so much for all you both did for Grannie and me. Your personal care home was an outstanding and blessed place for Grannie and all your residents.
Sending you healing energy to cope in this difficult time.
Love and hugs across the miles.
Karen Hollis
KATHY Want
Cleveland, TX Monday, August 30, 2021 I will miss listening to your wonderful and interesting stories.Jean Webb
Monday, August 30, 2021 Sending you our condolences. My fondest memory of Crawley is of him sitting in his chair sharing his ideas on any number of subjects. He will be missed.Prayers for you and your family.
Sherry Criste
Grapevine, TX Monday, August 30, 2021 We are so sorry for the loss of your dear Crawley. He was a great man, so kind, smart, and wonderful. It has been a blessing to know him and make some good memories. God bless you and comfort you.Sherry and Mike Criste
Douglas Davis
Cleveland, TX Monday, August 30, 2021 You will be missed by those that loved you but we will one day be together again. Enjoy the peace of heaven and save a place for those of us left behind.