David Paul Crane

Battle Creek - David Paul Crane, 81, of Battle Creek, passed away on October 18, 2018 at Heartland Health Center. David was born on March 3, 1937, in Battle Creek, the son of Roderick "Bud" and Yvonne (Douglas) Crane. He was a 1955 graduate of Battle Creek Central High School. David was previously employed by the Battle Creek Enquirer and News. He was a letter carrier for the United States Postal Service for 30 years retiring in 1992. David enjoyed cars and especially drag racing. He held the Head Technical position at US 131 Martin Dragway for 15 years. He enjoyed porting cylinder heads for his fellow racers. David was previously married to Judith Crane. He married the former Cora (Canfield) Keefer in 1990. She survives him. David also leaves his children Maryanne (Bill) Wiescholek, Nancyanne Kuhlman, Bethanne (Fred) Paepke and Bill Crane and stepchildren Rachel Keefer and Anna (Keith) Lemon. David also leaves 9 grandchildren and his brothers Steve (Brenda) Crane and Pete Crane. He was preceded by his grandson Tanner Wiescholek and his sister-in-law Mary Margaret Crane. Visitation will be from 4:00pm to 6:00pm, Friday, November 2, 2018 at Baxter Funeral Service with a memorial service beginning at 6:00pm. Please refer to royalfuneralhome.net or baxterfuneral.com

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Published by Battle Creek Enquirer from Oct. 21 to Oct. 24, 2018.

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Linda (Warner) Hickerson

November 3, 2018

Maryanne and the Crane family,

I am very sorry to hear of your loss. I remember going to the stock car races with you Maryanne and your dad. We had a lot of fun and he made things more fun. You have my greatest sympathy.

John Metler

October 25, 2018

A fire went out in me with the passing of Dave. Whenever I was down he had some joke or "one liner" that picked me up. My heart goes out to Cora. She is the sweetest woman on earth. She and Dave were as close as close can get. I will always cherish the parties and road trips with him. I have countless pictures and videos of my times together with Dave and Cora and they will bring back great memories in the future. With the passing of Dave its like the movie is over and all I can say is "thanks for saving me a seat"

Gerilynn Tarvin

October 24, 2018

Dave is greatly missed ,he had a long struggle with health issues related to his race days but had no regrets. I am blessed to have met Dave and Cora ,two of the nicest people in the world. Cora you are not alone.
I love you both, and mourn his passing.

Tom and Barb Barnhill

October 24, 2018

GOD how I love you n Cora, I wish I could have seen you more time. Ill miss our long long phone calls, I cherish the Crane Youseeum trophy Cora and you made for me, it goes everywhere with our car. Your good friends Steve and Cindy Gibbs made sure you were mentioned on the memorial list of heroes at the reunion and I thanked them for you. Make sure to say Hi to Ralphie Kitron for me and both of you stop laughing at me every time I mess up !!! Ill see you again soon Cora, call me again anytime day or night. I love you !

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lee

October 23, 2018

May God's loving-kindness bring comfort to you and your family during this very sad time.

Jon Suggs

October 23, 2018

You will be greatly missed. I was lucky enough to get a tour of his museum and listen to some great stories as we went from one racing item to the next. A true drag racing historian and a great human being. RIP

colorado

October 22, 2018

Cora. David P will be missed. All the fun and the stories we all shared at the old PO. He made the days bearable when all else failed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you

Rick & Beth Kirvan

October 22, 2018

Cora, we are so sorry to hear of Dave's passing. SO MANY great stories and memories. It is a true honor to have known him. Thinking of you at this time, keeping you in our prayers.

Bob Tindale

October 22, 2018

My condolences to Daves family and friends. I met Dave through Bobby 'Poncho' Rendon. Got to visit the 'Museum' several times and had good conversations at Detroit Autorama over the years. Dave was a very nice man and I always enjoyed running into him. He is missed. R.I.P. Dave.

Julaine Paltelki

October 21, 2018

Cora - I'm so very sorry for your loss, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Alan Randall

October 21, 2018

We shared the love of drag racing and Dave was always an inspiration to me along with his sense of humor!

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