Robert Dean "Bob" Crawford, 66, passed away on April 17, 2024 at his home.

Memorials may be designated to Don Crawford, mailed in c/o Smith Funeral Home, PO Box 368, Grinnell, IA 50112.

Bob was born on April 17, 1957 in Marshalltown, IA to Melvin and Sharon (Yilek) Crawford. Bob was raised in the Toledo area, and graduated with the South Tama class of 1975.

Bob has been in Grinnell since the 1980s working many years at CertainTeed and then years at H W Brand.

Bob loved anything mechanical, especially engines and fast cars. In his last years he repaired bicycles for friends or anyone in need.

Bob is survived by his brothers, Don Crawford, and Michael (Carol) Crawford; his nieces Melynda McCord, Jacquelyn MCCord, and Marcy MCCord; and his great nephews, Josh, and Jerimiah. Bob's surviving brothers and the many friends he made in Grinnell will miss him dearly.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Bobbi; his parents, Melvin and Sharon, his brother Ron, and sister Mary.