Whitney Pier
It is with great sadness that we, the family, announce the peaceful passing of Walter Roy Crawley, 80, on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at the the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, with his grandchildren by his side.
Walter was a well mannered, respectful, hard working family man. He worked many years installing windows and doors for Modern Aluminum and then Gillis’s.
Walter was always eager to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. He had a passion for music. He enjoyed old country and western and had a great fondness for Elvis.
In the past few years of his life, Walter spent much of his time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Walter was predeceased by his beloved wife, Ethel Veronica (Gerrior) Crawley; three sons, Wally Crawley (Kim), Scott Crawley (Darlene), and Monty Crawley (Karen).
Walter is survived by grandsons, Brandon Crawley (Nicole), Chad Crawley (Jocelyn), Cody Crawley, Colton Crawley and Kyle Gillis; granddaughters, Calista Morrison (Stephen), and Kelsey Crawley (Austin), and great-grandchildren, Gracie, Carter, Gianna, Seth, Kash, and Tatum.
The family would like to send a special thank you to the team at the palliative care unit at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital for their care of Walter in his time of need.
There will be no visitation for the late Walter Crawley. A Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date.
Donations in memory of Walter may be made to a charity of one’s choice.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home.
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To the Crawley family my deepest condolences so sorry for your loss
My condolences to the family, he was one of the nicest neighbors you can ever have,always helping others.
My thoughts and most sincere sympathies are extended to Walter’s family and friends.
Omg, Karen I’m so sorry to hear this news, he was so good to me, condolences to you & the family
Walter was a joy to be around with his witty sense of humor and his gentle nature . He will be missed by many who knew him . Sending my sincere condolences to his family and friends . Rest in Peace 🙏
I am so very sorry to hear of Wally’s passing. I was just thinking of him the other day. My heart goes out to all of you. He was a great man. Rest easy.
We are so sorry to hear about Wally. Our condolences to the families and grand children. He was a great guy.
My sincere condolences on the loss of Walter, he was such a gentleman I always enjoyed our chats when I used to work at Stephen’s Rona.
Dear Uncle Wally, I will never forget the summers we spent at your place. Those memories will always be cherished.
You will be deeply missed, but there is comfort in knowing that you will be greeted with open arms by Chuckem, Wally, Scott and Monty. May you rest in peace surrounded once again by the love you missed so much xox
I’m so sorry to hear of Wally’s passing. We were neighbors on Taylor Street and remained friends over the years. He was a true gentleman and will be surely missed and forever loved. Rest easy buddy. 💔