Mrs. Margaret Crawford

April 18, 1937 - May 6, 2020

She is a giant in her own right, and we celebrate and honor her in the highest esteemed love and respect. Margaret Crawford April 18, 1937 - May 6, 2020 Margaret Crawford was born April 18, 1937, in Pontiac, MI in her grandmother's house on 170 Lake Street. She is the oldest child of Julius M. Ward, Sr. and Eveylena Ward, and the sister of one brother, Julius M Ward, Jr. Margaret was affectionately called “Josie” by her grandparents and extended family, and she attended Bagley Elementary School in Pontiac, MI. At the age of 7, the family relocated to Detroit, MI, and resided on Ohio Street. Margaret attended Higginbotham Elementary School, where she excelled as a young scholar. Her favorite subjects in school were Science and Music. She wrote for the school newspaper covering school and community events. She enjoyed a close family bond with her aunts, uncles, cousins and with her maternal grandparents, who were a very strong influence in her life. At a young age, she accepted Christ as her personal Savior and was baptized at Wisconsin Ave Church of God, and developed a strong passion for serving in the Church. There were several families on Ohio Street that helped to nurture Margaret's zeal for church, for studying the Bible and helping others. One beautiful soul, in particular, was Miss Callie, an older woman from the neighborhood, who would often stop by and take Mom to church with her. These early deposits would impact her entire life. continue reading: http://margaretcrawford.org/