Anthony Eugene "Tony" Crane

Anthony Eugene “Tony” Crane, age 67, of Clarkesville, Georgia, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, December 15, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family.

Born on November 3, 1958, in Mecklenburg, North Carolina, Tony was the beloved son of the late Marvin Ellis “Tookie” Crane and Doris Burgess Crane. He was a proud graduate of Habersham Central High School, Class of 1976, where the roots of many lifelong friendships were formed.

Tony devoted over 31 years of his professional life to Hardy Chevrolet of Gainesville, where he earned a reputation as a top salesman and, more importantly, as a trusted friend. His warm smile, integrity, and genuine care for others left a lasting impression on colleagues and customers alike.

Outside of work, Tony found joy in life’s finer pleasures. He loved collecting coins, admiring fast cars, and enjoying fine dining. An outdoorsman at heart, he cherished time spent fishing and being surrounded by nature. Yet above all else, Tony’s greatest passion was his family. He was a steady rock, a devoted husband, a loving father, and a proud Pawpaw. His greatest blessings were his children, and nothing brought him more joy in recent months than his precious granddaughter, Ellie.

A man of deep faith, Tony was a faithful member of The Torch Worship Center, where his love for the Lord and his kind spirit shone brightly.

In addition to his parents, Tony was preceded in death by his older brother, Steve Crane.

Those left to cherish his memory include his wife of 28 years, Elizabeth Keller Crane; daughter and son-in-law, Tori Crane Allen and Tanner Allen; son, Tyler Crane; granddaughter, Ellis Laine “Ellie” Allen; sister-in-law, Debbie Crane; niece, Mandy Crane Wade and husband Jason; great-nephew, Tanner Wade; mother-in-law, Rose Armour; sister-in-law, Cindy Ferguson; brother-in-law & sister-in-law, Dennis & Cassie Keller; and many other special friends who were truly like family.

Tony Crane will be remembered for his unwavering faith, generous heart, and the deep love he had for his family. His legacy of kindness and devotion will live on in all who were blessed to know him.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 20, 2025, from the Chapel of McGahee-Griffin & McEntire Funeral Home, with Pastor Mike Franklin and Rev. Earl Pirkle officiating. Interment will follow in Hillside Gardens Cemetery in Clarkesville.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Friday, December 19, 2025.

An online guest registry is available for the Crane family at www.mcgaheegriffinandmcentire.com

McGahee-Griffin & McEntire Funeral Home of Cornelia, Georgia (706-778-8668) is in charge of arrangements.