Laura Gail Cranston

Laura Cranston Obituary

LAURA GAIL

CRANSTON

November 17, 1931 - May 13, 2009

Laura Cranston, 77 of Oroville, passed away Wednesday, May 13, 2009 in Gridley, following a short illness. Laura was born in Richmond, CA. She was a homemaker for 50 years. A member of the Order of Eastern Star Mission Bell Chapter #205, she was past Mother Advisor in The International Order of Rainbow Girls, San Pablo Assembly #117.

Preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, Robert Cranston.

Survived by daughters, Janice (Dave) Roy of Vacaville, Karen (Paul) Habe of Oroville; four grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

Services will be Wednesday, May 20, 2009, 2:00 p.m. at Skyview Funeral Chapel, 200 Rollingwood Drive, Vallejo, CA 94591, with burial to follow at Skyview Memorial Lawn, Vallejo CA. Arrangements by Skyview Memorial Lawn,

Donations may be made to The American Cancer Society Solano County, 1125 Missouri Street, Suite 109, Fairfield, CA 94533.

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Published by Chico Enterprise-Record from May 17 to May 18, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Laura Cranston

5 Entries

Tammi Moore-Belt

May 20, 2009

Dear Janice and Karen, Your mom (Mrs. C) to me for many years. She was my MA in Rainbow and always was there for advise, a prompt during meetings, to make a dress and I know she made every one of my dresses during my time in San Pablo Assembly. She did the most beautiful sewing of dresses I have ever seen. She took alot of pride in everything she did. She was always there to pick up any of us girls who needed a ride to anything going on, without one complaint. One of the saddest days was when she decided to retire as MA, but all of us knew she still loved us all like her own girls. Mrs. C and your dad Mr. C were both a very special part of my life growing up. Your dad was one of my Rainbow Dad's and your mom was like my 2nd mom or my grandma. I loved both of them very much. Your mom and I kept in touch through all these years with Christmas cards. I know that even though your mom has left us in body, her heart and soul will live on in all of the many people whos lives she touched and made a difference to, even if she thought it wasn't anything big, anyone who knew her will be touched forever. And know that your mom and dad are together again in a better place looking down on all of us.

Julie Stevenson

May 18, 2009

Dearest Janice and Karen:

I have pleasant and wonderful memories of your mom (and your dad too). Laura was so dedicated to both of you and her family. She was so committed to her position as Mother Advisor at Rainbow. She was my Mother Advisor and I look back on those years and how Rainbow has changed now and how deeply grateful I am that she was my Mother Advisor. She was always willing to help and I remember vividly how she would sit next to me when I was Worthy Advisor and had her ritual in hand if I needed prompting. Luckily, I never did, but Laura was always ready. Many times she alternated between MA and musician when we didn't have anyone that could play piano. She played beautifully all those years I was in Rainbow. I was blessed again when she played the marches at my daughters installation nearly two decades later. She sewed numerous dresses, helped in the kitchen for our fundraisers, and was a leader of the 12/20 Mother's Club. And right along side her was your dad, Bob. Always a Rainbow Dad. He was one of my Rainbow dads and always there too. I will miss your mom deeply. She was always so sweet and caring and such a quiet demeanor even when she had to discipline. I remember also the many, many practices for dance, choir, or work parties at your parents' home. Your mom lovingly playing piano, sewing, or arranging fundraisers. Your dad would be reading his newspaper in the front room. When practices were over, your mom would always remind the girls to grab a box of candy to sell on the way out the door. Such happy memories I hold in my heart, as do my girls. May the memories of your parents and their loving words comfort you in the days ahead. Even though our parents leave us physically, they are always in our hearts and thoughts and that is what gets us through the sad times. I am sure my dear mom and dad were there to welcome her along with your dad. I'm sure they are all smiling down on us. Much love to you and your families.

Denise Beavers

May 18, 2009

Dear Janice and Karen, I wanted to tell you how sorry I was to hear that your mom, Aunt Laura has died. Sounds like you did so much to make her days more comfortable, surrounding her with love is the very best gift. I wish you comfort in all your memories, she will be with you in your heart, like my dad. Guess they thought it was time for them to catch up and laugh together again. Take care, Denise Beavers(McCausland) and family

Skyview Memorial Lawn

May 16, 2009

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Virgie McGrath

May 16, 2009

Your mom always stopped to talk to my little granddaughter, Savannah and me when we were out pulling our weeds on Pleasant Oak Lane. We will miss her.

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