Benny Lee Crawford Sr. of Rockford departed this earthly life August 18, 2025. He was born July 3, 1951 in Durant, MS the son of Willie Sr. and Annie Crawford. Benny lived in Rockford since 1969 coming from Durant, MS. He married the former Linda Johnston, July 24, 1978 in Rockford, IL. Benny was employed as a machine operator by Gunite Foundry 32 years before retiring, also serving as the president of the local UAW #718. He was a veteran of the US Army.  Benny was a member of Allen Chapel A.M.E. Church. He graduated from Durant Attendance Center and attended Rock Valley College.

Benny leaves to cherish many loving memories; his wife of 47 years, Linda Crawford; daughter, Terrie McIntosh; two sons, Benny Crawford Jr., and Kenneth Crawford; three grandchildren, Chase McIntosh, Promise Crawford and LaToyia Crawford; brother, Travis Williams; special aunts, Ella and Agnes Redmond; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins other relatives and friends including special cousin Marilyn (Derrick) Wortham and special brother in law, Jon Hall Sr. He was predeceased by his parents, Willie Crawford Sr. and Annie Williams; maternal grandparents who raised him, William Redmond Sr. and Lizzie Redmond; two brothers, Willie Crawford and Hurtis Williams; and sister Betty William-Yancy.

Service will be held 12:00 noon Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at Christian Union Full Gospel Church Ministries 1705 Kilburn Ave. Visitation will be held 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. Burial in Abraham National Cemetery in Elwood, IL.