William Crandall

William Crandall

William Crandall Obituary

Published by Beloit College on Dec. 20, 2012.
William H. Crandall, age 81, of Hubertus, passed away Friday, October 26 2012 at his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on July 18, 1931 in Milwaukee to Claire Albert and Lauretta (nee Glock) Crandall. William was united in marriage to Margaret Edwards at Trinity Episcopal Church in Wauwatosa on December 26, 1955. William was a commercial artist and an instructor at the Milwaukee Area Technical College. William enjoyed being an artist his entire life, sailing, and traveling. He also volunteered at the Wisconsin Museum of Art in West Bend. William is survived by his devoted wife Margaret of 57 years; his loving children, Jennifer (Jeffery) Crandall Ames of Hartford, Christine (Will) Crandall Scott of Baltimore, MD, William (Debbie) Crandall of Milwaukee, and Robert (Lisa) Crandall of Hubertus; 7 cherished grandchildren, Chloe Crandall, Jackie Scott, Amy, Robert, and Brianna Crandall, Abigail Crandall Ames, and Caradoc Crandall. He is further survived by his brother Harry Crandall, other relatives and friends. A Memorial service for William will be held Friday, November 2, 2012 at 6:00 p.m. at the Shimon Funeral Home, 824 Union Street, Hartford. Family will greet relatives and friends Friday at the funeral home from 4:00 p.m. until the time of service.

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