William Joseph Crane Jr.
William Joseph Crane Jr.
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Born on May 17, 1949 in Great Lakes, Illinois, he was the son of the late William J. Crane, Sr. and Evelina R. (Johns) Crane.
He served in the U.S. Navy.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Cindy Lucille (Godlove) Crane.
He is survived by his children, William B. Crane (Kelli) of Clever, MO, Brady J. Crane (Sydney) of Ashburn, VA, Renata Bowes (Travis) of Ridge, MD, Rodger Lee Bachtell, Jr. of Clarksburg, WV, his grandchildren, Taylin Jade Bachtell, Aubrey Jo Bachtell, Levi J. Louthian, Cameron C. Louthian, Anthony Crane, Trevor Bowes, Audrey Bowes, Patrick Bowes, Camryn Crane, Courtny Ray and great-grandchildren, Octavia Crane and Gabriella Mettille.
Arrangements by McKee Funeral Home, Augusta, WV.
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Susan Crane Reyes
January 22, 2026
We loved each other through thick and thin, brother. You're in good hands now, and I will see you There one fine day. Sister Sue
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Carol Davis
January 21, 2026
This is sad....Jr was a cool guy in school , friendly and funny, loved by everyone. I particularly appreciated his personality, as I wasn´t part of the in-crowd, but he was always kind and funny to be around. He will be missed and thought of often. Susie, Terri, and Elaine, I love you... you are wonderful people, and I´m forever grateful for you coming to my dad´s funeral several years ago. Unforgettable. Prayers for you all.
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