Racine – Richard Cecil Crawford, age 74, passed away at Ascension All Saints Hospital on Thursday, November 20, 2025.

Richard was born in Dayton, Ohio on May 13, 1951 to the late Harold and Jane (nee: Cecil) Crawford. He was a longtime sales representative in Chicago for many years. In more recent times, Richard was employed at Walmart. It was at Walmart that he met a co-worker, Diane Albright. Sparks flew and they were married last year, December 17, 2024.

Among his interests, Richard collected vintage radios and electronics; golfing – almost making it professional years ago; and was quite the accomplished chess player – having once beat the State champion.  Richard also had an engaging interest in Political commentary on television and radio.

Surviving are his loving wife, Diane Albright Crawford; brother, David Crawford; sister-in-law, Roberta "Robin" (Mike) Miller; nieces & nephews, Kyle Crawford, Colin Crawford, Karen Bernhardt, Robert Kingery, Mark Albright and Sarah Albright; great-nieces, Christine Bernhardt, Carol Kingery and Doris Kingery; cousins, other relatives & friends.

Richard was preceded in death by his parents, Harold & Jane Crawford; brother, Don Crawford; sister-in-law, Barbara Kingery; and brother-in-law, Mark Albright, Sr.

Richard's family will honor & celebrate his life privately.