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Jean Cratty Obituary
Jean Bachman Allen Cratty, 80, of Prospect passed away Monday in Greensboro, N.C.
She was born May 10, 1930, in Butler, and she was the daughter of the late Otto and Florence Trimbur Bachman.
She was a member of the Community Alliance Church in Butler, where she enjoyed being involved in many church group activities.
She retired after teaching over 30 years in the Slippery Rock School District. She was a member of the Retired Teachers' Association.
She is survived by her husband, Glenn Cratty, who she married in August 2002; her son, Brent (Lori) Allen of Ohio; Glenn's children, Carol, Keith and Gerry; her grandchildren, Christine, Sarah and Andy; two brothers, Glen (Joan) Bachman of Butler and Harry Bachman of Florida; one sister Mrs. Merle (Eileen) Shearer of Sarver; and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her first husband, George W. Allen, who she married in 1955, and who passed away in 1991.
CRATTY - Visitation for Jean Bachman Allen Cratty, who died Monday, Dec. 6, 2010, will be in the Community Alliance Church, Butler, Monday from 5 p.m. to the time of service at 7 p.m., with the Rev. Denny Krajackic, her pastor, officiating. Interment in Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Prospect, will be private.
Arrangements were made by the Raisley Funeral Home.
The family suggests in lieu of flowers that a special memory in a card of condolence be sent to the family, c/o Raisley Funeral Home, P.O. Box 486, Prospect, PA 16052.
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Memories and Condolences
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Stewart Ketzel
December 13, 2010
On behalf of the Ketzel family please accept our sympathy on the passing of Jean. Both the Allen and Cratty families are remembered with great fondness during our time together at Mt.Zion Baptist Church. May you find comfort in knowing that your wife/mother has arrived safely at her heavenly home.
December 13, 2010
Dear Glenn and Family,
Our heart felt sympathy goes out to you. I just met Jean a year ago, she reminded me of my Aunt Hattie, so that is what I called her. We became good friends, she was so sweet and loving.
We met at Keenager's in Portersville Presby Church. What a lovely memory we have of Jean and also Glenn.Very nice man.
Our love and prayer's are with all of you.
John & Joann Klinehamer
Bob Headland
December 12, 2010
My sincerest sympathy to Glenn & to Jean's entire family. I remember her fondly for her dedication at the CAC library and the friendship & fellowship we shared in the Dessert 8 group. Praying that God will continue to extend his loving comfort to you. -- Bob Headland, Beaver PA
December 12, 2010
To Jean's family,
You have my deepest sympathy. I worked with Jean at the Franklin
Townsip School. She was friendly and kind. I pray for your comfort now, and know that in the future you will carry many fond memories.
Susan Ruckert
Dorothy Hogg-Moore
December 11, 2010
I remember Jean with great fondness..her loving smile was always so comforting when I would pass her in the lobby at church. I always thought of her over the years. Thinking of all the family with prayers of comfort from the Lord.
December 11, 2010
To Jean's family, I am saddened for your loss,but happy for Jean. She is with her Lord now. I used to visit her and George in Prospect and have many fond memories of my friend.
Cindy Carlquist, New Brighton PA
Marge & Jim Pifer
December 10, 2010
To Jean's family, you have our sincere sympathy in her passing. She always had a smile for everyone, and one of our daughters was in her class years ago. She was always well liked.
Kathy Kniess
December 10, 2010
Glenn, Brent, Lori:
We are sending our deepest sympathy to all of you. We were very saddened when we got the news. She was the greatest neighbor that we ever had. We are also have been blessed to have her in our lives as we were growing up. Our prayers are with you all. Kathy (Eckert) Kniess, Randy Kniess and Dave Eckert
December 10, 2010
Sincere sympathies.
Wilda stroup
Marlene Blystone McRoberts
December 10, 2010
You have my sympathy. Jean was a sweet lady. I used to sit by her in choir. Marlene (Blystone) McRoberts
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