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Leroy Cranz Obituary
Zanesville - Leroy A. Cranz, 83, of Zanesville, died at 3:34 A.M. on Monday, February 22, 2021, at Genesis Hospital Emergency Room, Zanesville. He was born July 27, 1937, in Barberton, a son of the late Paul H. and Frances (Stipe) Cranz. He was a member of Grace United Methodist Church for forty-six years and retired after thirty years from Zanesville City Schools as a Social Studies teacher. He was a member of the Muskingum County Retired Teachers Association where he had served as Treasurer and a member of the Thursday Music Club. Leroy enjoyed working with crafts and was well known for repairing clocks.
He is survived by his wife of fifty two years, Judith (Hale) Cranz, whom he married September 5, 1968; a son, Jonathan (Jessica) Cranz; a daughter, Emily (Aaron) Richards; three grandchildren, Owen Cranz and Ella and Maeve Richards; and a brother, Roger (Shirley) Cranz.
A Private Family Service will take place at Grace United Methodist Church, Zanesville, with Pastor Mark Chow officiating. An Inurnment will take place at a later date at Zanesville Memorial Park, Zanesville.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Grace United Methodist Church, 516 Shinnick Street, Zanesville, Ohio 43701.
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Bill and genie Ellis
March 1, 2021
Dear Judy and family,We were deeply saddened to hear about Leroy.What a smart,funny guy he was! He could always make you smile with his wit and sarcasm.We know he will be deeply missed.May our precious Lord comfort you and bring you peace.With love and deepest sympathy-------- Bill and Genie
Gloria Wade Dillon
February 23, 2021
Mr. Cranz was my Social Studies teacher. I am now a retired educator (for the past 10 years), after 35 plus years.
Prayers for your family during this difficult time.
Blessings,
Rev. Dr. Gloria Wade Dillon ZHS class of "73
Sheila Dailey
February 23, 2021
I met Leroy when my father was at The Oaks. Dad passed away on 11-29-2020. Leroy made my father's stay at The Oaks bearable. They would eat at the same table (before Covid) and our family had great conversations with Leroy; he was so knowledgeable about everything! He also cared about each and every person at The Oaks , making sure he could help out in whatever way needed. I so hoped I would get to see him again, but due to Covid that never happened. I am rejoicing in that he is now in Heaven with a strong healthy body. Hopefully he and Dad are visiting and sharing their life experiences again. What a special man! Paul Rector's daughter (Sheila)
Judge Ray Miller
February 22, 2021
Leroy Cranz touched the lives of zanesvillians in so many ways. He taught my children and many others with a zest for his calling. He was an icon to those of us who knew him as a staunch and valuable member of our church. He will be remembered fondly by all who had the privilege to know him. My condolences to Judy and his family.and his many friends.
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