April Deann Crawford, 48 of Oliver Springs passed away August 13, 2023. She was born September 3, 1975 to Henry William Matthews and Thelma Elaine Matthews of Houghton Lake, Michigan.

April was a graduate of the University of Michigan with a masters in human resources and a bachelors in criminal justice. She enjoyed cooking and gardening with her husband, DJ Crawford who she had been with for 15 years. She also enjoyed purchasing antiques and trinkets for her family.

The loved ones who survive April are her husband, DJ Crawford, her three children, Buddy Ochoa, Patrick Crawford, and Heather Crawford. As well as her grandson, Arthur Crawford whom she loved very much.

April was a beautiful and kind woman who will be forever missed by her family and friends.

A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, August 24, 2023 at Jackson Funeral Home and Cremation in Oliver Springs. Visitation will be from 11-12:00 with the service beginning at 12 noon, officiated by Rev. Nancy Coleman.

To leave a note for April’s family or to share a memory, please sign our online guestbook at jacksonfuneralservices.com