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Anthony Paul Crano
Anthony Paul Crano, 72, passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 11, 2005, surrounded by his family, while at Hospice Care Cen ter, after a courageous battle with cancer.
An Akron native, Paul had retired from the Akron Police De partment, where he served for 28 years. He was a member of the F.O.P., Ameri can Legion Post 611 and the Printers Club, and was a veteran of the Korean Conflict.
In 1966, he was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia. His survivors include daughters, Paula (Philip) Arriaga of Cuyahoga Falls, Penny (Jerry) Smith of Norton, and Candy (Chuck) Grubb; son, Paul (Inez) Crano; stepson, James Curtis; and brother, Donald (Mary) Crano, all of Akron; grandchildren, Jeromy, Jonathan, Joseph, Felicia, Lillian, Dawn Marie, Mark, Ei leen, and Anthony; great-grandchildren, Logan, Blake, and Katelynn; and numerous other relatives.Leaves behind brother Donald.
Calling hours will be on Friday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. at the Dunn-Quigley, Ciriello & Carr Funeral Home, 811 Grant St. Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday, 9:30 a.m., at St. Martha's Church. Interment at Holy Cross Cemetery.
The family would like to ac knowledge the kindness and professional care of the staffs at the V.N.S. Hospice Care Center and at Akron General Medical Center 5400.
Memorial donations may be made to the family to be placed in a special memorial fund.
(Akron, 330-253-8121.)
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Memories and Condolences
for Anthony Crano
Cindi West Miller
December 16, 2005
Paul & Paula
Sorry to hear about your father.My prayers are with you and your family.
Tiffany
April 18, 2005
I work at a forklift dealership in Akron, where Paul used to buy batteries. He was a nice person and I extend my sympathy to his family and friends.
Cindy Wiley
January 25, 2005
To all of the Crano family, that I knew in my childhood, I extend to you our deepest condolences.
Brenda & Charlie Swingle
January 16, 2005
To Paul's Family -
We were saddened to hear of your loss. Paul was a very special man, and we are proud of being friends for many years. We shall miss him dearly. May God bless and comfort you all.
Janet Lee
January 16, 2005
Paul and Penny, I am sorry to hear about the loss of your father. Growing up on North Hill I remember him alot. I used to go to school with you guys and I remember going to your house. You probably would remember me as Janet Fields. Paul I would very much like to hear from you and Inez. Please contact me via e'mail. Please accept my condolences. An old friend Janet
Frank Stemple
January 16, 2005
I have many great memories of Paul. None greater than the size of his heart. He will always be remember for his helpful,charitable, caring attitude toward the many people he contacted in his 72 years.
Our sympathy to all the family.
jim willoughby
January 15, 2005
Paula, sorry for the loss of your father. Best wishes to you and your family.
jim willoughby (Kaase's Bakery)
Greg and Tammy Clark
January 14, 2005
Sorry for your loss, Greg, Tammy, and kids.
Cecilia Stallard Rastok
January 14, 2005
Paul & Paula
I was sadden to hear the loss of your dad. My brother and I have many stories to remember about your dad. May God bless all of you and your families and this time.
martha wiley
January 14, 2005
He will be missed he was a good man He helped our family out in a time of need when my husband passed away many years ago my husband was a summit county sheriff
my sympathy and prayers are with you in your time of need
The Wiley Family
Ginny & Rich Ainscough
January 14, 2005
Kids, We have a lot of really great memories of your Dad and Mom. We always had a good time together. We will miss him as much as we miss your mom, especially his wonderful sense of humor, which will live on with Paula.
We love all of you very much. Please stay in very close touch.
Eric VanHorn
January 14, 2005
My childhood memories are filled with Paul Crano stories. My dad loved to serve with Paul on the APD.
God's peace to you all at this time.
Dunn-Quigley Ciriello & Carr Funeral Home
January 14, 2005
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Beth Hammen
January 14, 2005
To one of the greastest Uncles you could ever ask for! I Love him with all my heart and will miss him dearly. I have the most wonderful childhood memories of my Uncle Paul. He would always make you and everyone laugh and was always happy. He always called me spaghetti belly when I was little and because of him, to this day spaghetti is my favorite dish. I will always cherish those memories and never forget him. To my cousins, whom I love very much, my heart is so heavy, I would do anything for any of you. I can say at least Uncle Paul lives on through Paula, she is as full of love and life as her dad! I love you girl with all my heart and at least your mom and dad are together again. I love you guys!
cody clark
January 13, 2005
He was a very good man all the good memories that I had with him I will never forget and I hope to tell my kids all the memories some day.
PAULA ARRIAGA
January 13, 2005
DAD; YOU ARE AND WILL ALWAYS BE MY HERO..YOU WERE THE BEST FATHER A DAUGHTER COULD EVER ASK FOR..I LOVE YOU AND WILL FOREVER MISS YOU :) PAULA JO
Vicki Popa Relich (John, Jen & Mike)
January 13, 2005
My Dear Uncle Paul...
I will miss you and love you so very much. I learned so many things from you growing up as a kid - you always wanted us to know what was important, family, respect and loyalty. I remember!!! My dear cousins, I love you all. What a wonderful man you had for a father. "Spaghetti Belly", that's what he liked to call us. Aunt Patsy and Uncle Paul, together again! How wonderful is that. God Bless them and our family.
Jeromy Clark
January 13, 2005
"Grandpa" I will forever miss you and always have your wisdom in the back of my mind before make an decisions in life. You will always be my HERO and I hope you shine down on me with all your love. "Giterbug" Jeromy
Carl Stevens
January 13, 2005
Paul was one of my first partners and every shift was a new memory and story. May God Bless and Keep him till we all meet again.
ELLIE CURTIS
January 13, 2005
DEAR CHILDREN,
MY HEART IS WITH YOU ALL AT THIS TIME. I DEEPLY FEEL YOUR LOSS BECAUSE I AM STILL IN MOURNING FOR YOUR UNCLE KEITH. I CHERISH WONDERFUL MEMORIES OF YOUR MOM AND DAD AND THOSE MEMORIES WILL SUSTAIN ALL OF US. YOUR MOM & DAD ARE TOGETHER AGAIN AND WITH GOD. HOW MUCH BETTER COULD THAT BE. I SEND MY LOVE TO YOU ALL. PAUL WAS A SUPER GUY. HE COULD ALWAYS MAKE YOU LAUGH, AND THAT WAS A GOOD THING. GOD BLESS.
AUNT ELLIE
Tom Overfield
January 13, 2005
Paul was one of the best,,,,I will miss the many good times we had together and all the laughs.
John De Witt
January 13, 2005
Deepest sympathy to the family. Paul was one great guy and a good buddy. I can't count the times when our alarm went off at some wild hour and I would meet CAR 2 up on the hill. Usually was minor situation, but it was always interesting to visit with Paul and his partner. God Bless Him!
Richard May
January 13, 2005
My condolences to the family and close friends of Paul. He was a genuine nice guy and it was my pleasure to serve with him as a police officer. He will be sorely missed.
Lynn Westfall
January 13, 2005
Paula,
I'm sorry to hear about your father. My thoughts are with you on your loss.
BOB AND CLAIRE EVANS
January 13, 2005
PLEASE ACCEPT OUR CONDOLANCES FOR YOUR LOSS. THE OLD BLUE LINE KEEPS GETTING SMALLER AND SMALLER.
paul cutlip
January 13, 2005
MY CONDOLENCES
RON SMITH INSURANCE AGENCY
January 13, 2005
Phil, Paula & family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Tom Jenior
January 13, 2005
My condolences to the family of a really nice fellow and former classmate at St Martha's.
Dave Barnhart
January 13, 2005
Our prayers are with you at this time of sorrow. May the Lord give your comfort.
Dave and Tammy Barnhart
MIKE HAGEN
January 13, 2005
Paul and Inez. I am sorry to read about your loss.
Jerry Dunphy
January 13, 2005
What a friend growing up. Paul and I joined the Air Force together. A real gentleman. May God rest his soul.
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