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Barry Crane Obituary
DANVILLE, Va. - Barry Lynn Crane, 47, of 260 Grenadier Circle, died Saturday, October 23, 2004, of an apparent heart attack, at Danville Regional Medical Center.
Born February 5, 1957, in Danville, Va., he was the son of Ruby French Crane Grosvenor and the late James Tate Crane.
Mr. Crane was a lifetime resident of Danville and was the owner of Crane Tire Company. He was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church, the Young Mens Club, the Danville Elks Club and Ducks Unlimited.
In addition to his mother of Danville, he is also survived by two daughters, Jessi Lynn Crane and Jamie Leigh Crane, both of Danville, and a brother, Richard "Rick" Crane of Danville.
Graveside services will be held at 3 p.m. Monday, October 25, at Danville Memorial Gardens with the Rev. Doug Barber officiating.
The family received friends from 5 to 6 p.m. Sunday at Wrenn-Yeatts Westover Chapel and at other times will be at the residence.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to the Danville Life Saving Crew, 202 Christopher Lane, Danville, VA 24541.
Wrenn-Yeatts, Westover is in charge of arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Barry Crane
bob parrish
November 12, 2004
" we go way back "
lynn keatts
October 30, 2004
with deepest love and sympathy. i will be praying for you all
Stephanie Keatts
October 30, 2004
Dear Jessi and Jami,
We've known each other for so many years, since I was in the 1rst grade I think and we will always be friends. Even though we havent seen each other much recently, you both are still like sisters to me. You both know that youre whole family is like another family to me. I'm so sorry for your loss and I will always be here for you. If you need anything at all you know where you can find me. My deepest love and sympathy goes out to all of the Crane family. I love you both very much.
Joy Smith
October 30, 2004
Fondly Remembering Barry since his childhood. He was a warm-hearted, funny, happy young man.
My sympathy to his family.
Rest in peace Barry. We loved you.
Leon & Connie Garner
October 28, 2004
To The Family,
We express our deepest sympathies, and pray that The Lord will strenghthen you and give you peace. Our prayers are with you all. May the Lord shield you under the shelter of His wings.
Lorie (Rivero) Cody
October 27, 2004
Jamie and Jessi,
You are both in my heart right now as well as my thoughts and prayers...
With lots of love,
Tony Turner
October 27, 2004
I didn't find out about Barry's passing until yesterday. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Barry was a bigger than life character that none of us that knew him will ever forget. Even those of us on the periphery of Barry's life will continue to tell stories about him that will bring a smile to others. He will indeed be missed by many.
Pamela (Love) Bennett
October 27, 2004
I went to school with Barry, and it's such a shock to realize he is no longer with us. My heart goes out to his family and I pray for you to have the peace that only God can give you. God bless you all.
Grady Hampton
October 26, 2004
Sorry to here about your dad, but keep your head up. Its going to be all good.
From Gerri Hampton and Grady Hampton
Curtis Taylor
October 26, 2004
Sorry to hear of your loss,our prayers are with you.
Steve Robinette
October 25, 2004
I just read of Barry's passing on the way to Winston Salem this morning. Was in total shock. My prayers go out to all his family.
I Have know Barry since high school and even though we went our separate ways in life, he always had a smile on his face and was the first to say hello when we did run across each other.
Meagan Seay
October 25, 2004
Jamie and Jessi,
Sorry to hear about the Loss of Barry. May God Bless You All Always.
Susan (Chambers) Oakes
October 25, 2004
Ruby,Ricky, Jessi and Jamie,
I'm so sorry about Barry. You know how special he was to me. I guess you could say he was like my brother for so many years. We've been through so much together. We were just little kids when we met and made so many fun memories. Woodberry Hills was the best. that's where all the fun times were. Playing kickball in the street on Idlewood Terrace, to building forts in the woods, to sleigh riding down the hills at Woodberry School, where the barrels of fire were to warm us up. (with hot chocolate of course). You were the best of the best. Always a smile on your face even when we knew you were mad. We have know each other for 38 years, and we are still friends after 38 years, that says alot Barry Crane.
To the family, You will remain in my prayers and to the girls make your dad proud and follow the right paths in life by walking side by side with God. You can never go wrong by doing that......
Sue Oakes
Maynard Megginson
October 25, 2004
TO THE ENTIRE CRANE FAMILY:
I AM TRULY SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS OF BARRY. EVEN THOUGH IT HAS BEEN YEARS SINCE WE HAVE SEEN EACH OTHER, HE WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED BY ME AS ALWAYS HAVING A GREAT BIG SMILE NO MATTER WHAT KIND OF DAY HE WAS HAVING. MY HEART GOES OUT TO ALL OF THE FAMILY AND MAY GOD BLESS YOU.
Shanie McCowen
October 25, 2004
Your Dad was a very close friend of mine and will always have a special place in my heart... My prayers are with you ...May your memories comfort you both at this sad time..
Much Love Shanie
Paula Starnes Ford
October 25, 2004
Dear Mrs. Crane & Ricky,
I was so sorry to hear about Barry.
He was a fun kid growing up with. I remember babysitting for he and Rick although we were close in age. He loved to play jokes and especially loved to climb out the upstairs window and sneak off to play in the snow. Ricky and I spent many a night "looking for Barry" before you and Mr. Crane came home. I'm sure he will be missed but will be playing jokes in heaven now.
Sincerely,
Paula (Starnes) Ford and family
Tara Elliott Gregory
October 25, 2004
Barry was a dear friend to my family Bobby,Billy and Tamie Elliott.My daughter Brooke Riley worked with barrys wife and thought alot of her and the girls.My heart goes out to the family and my prayers are with you.
Shirley (Manning) Powell
October 25, 2004
My thoughts and prayers go out to the whole Crane family but I especially want Jessi and Jamie to know that I am thinking of them. My son, Drew Dillon, is also thinking of them. We know it will not be easy but we are praying for you.
Vanessa Fowlkes
October 25, 2004
I've known Barry since we were children, when my Dad worked for his Dad. I saw him about a year and a half ago and he looked great and said he was doing well. I always liked Barry and was shocked to hear the news. My heart goes out to Ruby, Rick and his girls. He'll be missed by many.
Sid Grant
October 25, 2004
Our deepest sympathy to the Crane family...a great loss to the many freinds and associates of Barry and the Crane Tire Co.
Sid and Shirley Grant
Bill Tilley
October 25, 2004
So sorry to hear of the loss.
The Hills
October 25, 2004
We are deeply sad to learn of Barry's passing. Memories of past years are full of smiles and laughter. Our prayers and thoughts are with his family and friends. Barry touched many lives and he will be greatly missed.
Jim, Laura, Zach, and Aggi Hill
Paul & Patti Heffinger
October 25, 2004
Dear Ruby and family,
I am in total shock. Barry was a great personal friend to not only me but most all of the Danville Police before my retirement months ago. Barry was just a "Super Guy" and had a big heart. His personality proved him to be a person of character and respect. Our family is and will be in prayer for all the family. My God bless his children and comfort the entire family. Paul & Patti
Jessica Hudson
October 25, 2004
Jessi and Jamie I am so sorry to here about you dad. He will truly be missed by so many people. You both will be in my prayers. Please call me if you need anything.
Pam Thomasson
October 25, 2004
Vanessa Fowlkes called me early Saturday morning from Richmond to let me know of Barry's passing. At first I was numb. Then so many memories began to come back to me. It broke my heart to know he had passed. Barry was the first person I knew to have a ferret for a pet. The first person I knew to have 3 tv's in one room...he had to explain that concept to me. I can remember laughing with he and Robert until it hurt to laugh anymore. The proudest I had ever known him to be...was when he called me at the radio station to let me know his first child had been born! As if he wanted to shout it from the highest mountain. He is truly one of God's special souls, and even though our paths haven't crossed in a few years, still the memories will live in my heart forever. Sweet, funny, kind hearted Barry, we will see you again one bright day. Take care of yourself Robert. And to his girls...I know your hearts must be broken...I lost my Dad when I was a young teenager...very suddenly of a heart attack. I know it's not easy. Life is about choices...always make sure you make good choices in your lives. And know that the proudest I ever knew your Father to be was when he took on the title of "Father" to you girls.
Please accept my deepest and most sincere sympathy to Barry's Family. He is so very special, and will live on in the hearts of so many people who loved him. I will never forget him.
Rebecca Wiley (Guill)
October 25, 2004
I am Rebecca Wiley daughter of Rita Moore. I was sad to hear of Mr. Cranes death. Diana has been a friend of the families for as long as I can remember. The cranes have always been very good people. May God give your family much peace. May God Bless you all!
Johnie Joyce
October 24, 2004
I am very sorry to hear of the loss of Barry. I have been aquainted as a customer of his; and through Advance Auto Parts, he was my customer. I am so sorry for the loss to his immediate family, the shop family, and to Danville. We truely lost a good citizen.May GOD bless his daughters, mother, and brother.
Tonya (Crane) Russell
October 24, 2004
Dear Uncle Barry,
We just want you to know that we love you, always have, always will. We'll miss you at family dinners cracking your funny wise jokes. One of my fondest memories is when you took me, Justin, and my best friend Emily to the beach. I remember sitting on the deck chatting about everything while listening to the waves of the ocean. Remembering can often be bittersweet, can't it?!?! Nonetheless, thanks for the memories! Love you much!!
Tonya, Ken, Blake, and Nicholas.
Lona Kokinda
October 24, 2004
Barry Crane will be dearly missed . He was a good guy and a great friend. Rumours Salon Team sends our deepest condolences to his family and loved ones.
Donna Giles
October 24, 2004
Barry had a great personality and will be missed by his family and friends. My daughter Ashley was good friends with Jessi and Jami in elementary school and that was when I met him. God Bless his family.
Deborah (Guill) Whitlow
October 24, 2004
Was a real shock to hear of Barrys passing,been friends of the family all my life,and also went to school with your mom at Blairs when it was a Jr High.In all the memories I have of Barry he was always smiling,and always generated a very happy presence.Heaven must have needed another angel.He will be greatly missed.
Rita Shelton Moore
October 24, 2004
God bless each of you. Barry had so many friends and he will be missed.
I am Diana's, friend from childhood.I wanted you to know each family member is being remembered in love and prayer.
Deborah hanvey
October 24, 2004
He was a nice guy .He waite on me went i come in to get anything done on my car.i will miss him went i go back in
Peggy Sigmon
October 24, 2004
I wish to express my SINCERE condolences to Ruby, Jessi, Jamie and especially Kathy! I'm so sorry for your loss; however, know that God is closest to those who's heart is breaking.
The Bible says so -
Steve Pittman
October 24, 2004
May God bless Barry, his family and friends. He will truly be missed. I worked for his dad 34 years ago. I am really going to miss reminiscing about the old days whenever we got together about advertising or saw each other out socially.
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