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James Cranny Obituary
James P. "Jim" Cranny, age 53, passed away May 19, 2013, in San Antonio, Texas. He was born September 26, 1959, in Detroit, MI. He was a graduate of Southwest Texas State University where he was a member of the Business Honor Fraternity, Alpha Kappa Psi, U&I. He worked in the computer industry for over 20 years. Jim was a Past Faithful Navigator of Knights of Columbus Assembly 1791 and current Grand Knight, K of C Council 8521. Jim served as an active member of the ACTS team at St. Joseph Honey Creek for several years; was an avid golfer, dedicated Detroit Tigers baseball fan and a connoisseur of fresh blueberries and pistachios. He was preceded in death by his parents, James J. and Eleanor H. Cranny and his father-in-law, Joe B. Finley, Jr.. Jim is survived by his wife of 18 years, Mary Joe Finley Cranny; mother-in-law, Mary G. Finley; sisters-in-law, Alice Richter, Ana Maria Finley, Amanda Lasater and husband Lee, Amy Fischer and husband Jeff; nieces, Emily Fischer and Kathryn Fischer; and nephew, Josef Fischer and also numerous cousins. The family would like to express their gratitude to the Knights of Columbus Council 8521 and the Catholic Daughters of the Americas Court 2260, along with many friends for their selfless support over the last ten months. They also thank the 5th floor nursing staff of Methodist Stone Oak Hospital and the staff at VITAS Innovative Hospice Care Inpatient Unit. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 22, 2013, at St. Joseph Honey Creek Catholic Church.
ROSARY
WEDNESDAY, MAY 22, 2013
7:00 P.M.
ST. JOSEPH HONEY CREEK CATHOLIC CHURCH
25781 STATE HIGHWAY 46
SPRING BRANCH, TEXAS
MASS
THURSDAY, MAY 23, 2013
10:00 A.M.
ST. JOSEPH HONEY CREEK CATHOLIC CHURCH
Interment will follow in St. Joseph Catholic Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 8115 Datapoint Dr., San Antonio, TX 78229, VITAS Innovative Hospice, 5430 Fredericksburg Rd., Suite 200, San Antonio, TX 78229, or the charity of one's choice.
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Trish Sutter
May 25, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. Jim was my neighbor and class mate through school. His Mom was my 3rd grade teacher. He was very smart and always kind and helpful. I will miss his presence on FB.
Larry and Phyllis Leesman
May 24, 2013
Very sorry to learn of Jim's death. Phyllis and I are praying for you both. Jim got me started in the Knights and for that I am forever grateful. We will never forget our time together helping at the Nursing Home in Boerne. May his soul rest in Peace.
Veronica Berlin
May 24, 2013
I was a classmate of James, so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you!
Michele Wecker
May 24, 2013
I am sorry for your loss Mary Jo. Jim was a wonderful guy: smart, funny and very kind. I knew him from school (Romeo), and enjoyed his being in the same classes. We also went to the same church. Peace to you and your family at this time. Sincerely, Mimi
Jerry Rodriguez
May 23, 2013
Dearest Mary Joe,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your loving husband. You and your family are in our prayers.
May God grant you peace, comfort, and strength to know that he is in a better place.
Elaine Castillo
May 22, 2013
For Jim a lite an his next journey.
Alex Renfro-Hernandez
May 22, 2013
My heart is with you Mary Joe. Jim was a wonderful man who could always make you laugh.He will be greatly missed.
May 22, 2013
Mary Jo and family,
You and Jim came into my life as sacristans at st. Joseph and you showed all of us your love and faith in The Lord. you are missed jim.
blessings susi boss
jane paoerman
May 22, 2013
dear MJ I am so sorry and I just found out through Facebook please answer my calls are give me a call at 5:05 259 5004 jim you're going to be sadly missed your my best friend since 1983 you're such a good friend to me you were well loved you cared about people you trusted there are too many nice things to say about you I will miss you terribly but I know you'll be watching over me and mjlove you buddy
May 22, 2013
So sorry for your lose miha.Until we meet again brother Jim,you will be greatly missed........Ray Moreno.
Ruth Miller Miller
May 22, 2013
Mary Joe, very sorry, my prayers are with you. Ruth Miller (Beverly Canales' Aunt)
Elaine Castillo
May 21, 2013
So sad for the loss of my friend. I will miss his sharp wit and his kind and thoughtfull nature. My sincere condolences to his wife Mary Joe.
Larry Engbrock
May 21, 2013
Mary Joe, Jim was a great member of the Knights. We talked to him on many occasions. He will not only be missed by the Knights but also with all the many people that he was a part of. He was a great person and we all will miss him. Please let us know how we can be of assistance to you.
May 21, 2013
So sorry to hear of your sad loss, Mary Joe. May God be with you. And your family.
Fernando Palos
May 21, 2013
Rest in peace, Grand Knight.
Ronald French
May 21, 2013
Jim's passing is so sad for many of us. He was a great friend: fun, thoughtful, generous, kind and caring. He was a really unique person that few of us in our lives ever have the honor of calling a faithful and great friend. We will miss him very much and remember how positively he affected our lives. Tremendous loss for all who knew him.
May 21, 2013
Thank you Jim, for the friendship and sharing of many thoughts as we traveled down the KofC path together.. In our late evening calls on the phone I learned much about you. I finally found out who built the Catholic Student Center sign at SWTSU. Good job by you and your dad. Jim, I talk to you because I still feel that you are listening from a high and beautiful place above. Your love and kindness will never be forgotten. Prepare a tee-time for us when we shall both hit that white ball again.
Love, a fellow Knight
Herschell James
May 21, 2013
We have been keeping up with Jim's illness thru Carl Jordan and my wife and I are so sorry to learn of his passing. I know he was in much pain, and we believe that because of the Christian way he lived his life, he is in a better place now. Our deepest condolences to Mary Joe and family. Herschell and Jean James
him. Kirkendall
May 21, 2013
May The Holy Spirit Comfort You And Your Family As You Grieve Jim's Loss. You Are In Our Prayers. He Will Be Missed But We Will Be Reunited With him.
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