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Brandon Cranor Obituary

BRANDON J. CRANOR PORTAGE, IN Brandon J. Cranor, age 22, of Portage, IN of Portage, IN, passed away on Monday, December 29, 2008. He is survived by his wife, Ruthie; three children: William Joseph, Lillian Grace and Addelyn Faith; parents: Scott and Shelly Cranor of Hebron; brother, Justin (Heidi) Cranor of Hebron; two sisters: Samatha and Lindsey of Hebron; in-laws: Dennis and Peggy Hutton of Valparaiso; brothers-in-law: Tony and Noah Hutton; grandparents: David and Kathy Cranor of LaPorte, Patricia Pringle of Kentucky. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, January 3, 2009 at 11:00 AM at the Bethel Church 10202 Broadway Crown Point, IN with Rev. Gary Butler officiating. Interment at Hebron Cemetery in Hebron, IN. Friends may call at the Geisen Funeral Home 624 N. Main St. Hebron, IN on Friday, January 2, 2009 from 3:00 to 8:00 PM. Mr. Cranor was a member of the Bethel Church in Crown Point. He was employed at Midwestern Electric as a Lighting Technician. Brandon's love of his life were his wife, Ruthie, his three children and all his family. In lieu of flowers memorials are preferred to be given to the Brandon Cranor Memorial fund for his children at any Harris Bank for Ruthie Cranor and children in memory of Brandon Cranor. To share a memory or send a condolence to the family please visit the guest book section on the obituary page at www.geisenfuneralhome.com For information call 219-996-2821.

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Published by The Times from Dec. 31, 2008 to Jan. 1, 2009.

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Michelle Bodley

January 19, 2009

Dear Cranor Family;
I was so heart broken, when I heard of Brandon passing away. He was always a special boy, who lit up the room whenever he walked in the room. I will always remember Jason, Justin, Josh and Chris Banning, and Brandon playing the fellowship hall at Griffith. Those were very special times. I know my family and I have kept you in our prayers.

Cheryl Mills

January 8, 2009

Scott and Shelly and family we are so sorry for you loss we were members with you at Griffith Baptist Church I used to help teach Brandon in Cubbies. and played softball with Shelly.Come see us at Villa Pizza in Griffith Love Always Your Friends The Mills Family

pam calmbacher(kain)

January 4, 2009

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Christin Bubacz

January 3, 2009

Dear Cranor Family,

I remember meeting Brandon back when we were about 14. He had such a kind personality and was a joy to be around. He will truly be missed, but it's a comfort to know that He's in the Father's arms now. Know that you and your family will be in my prayers.

Sherry Shadley

January 2, 2009

Shelly, I remember Brandon from Calumet Baptist School. I believe he must have been in first grade. Please accept my deepest sympathy.

Steven & Olivia Taskoff

January 2, 2009

Scott, Shelly and Ruthie,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May God be with you all.

Dave and Jen Lucas

January 2, 2009

Dear Cranor Family,

We have been praying for you throughout this whole time. We will continue to hold you up before the Lord Jesus Christ who comforts like no one else can. God be with you all!

Larry Pavey

January 2, 2009

Dear Ruthie, Scott & Shelly. Scott, talking to you dozens of times these past few days has been hard. I could here the pain and see it when you all came to the office Wed. Brandon will be missed at Midwestern. A young man of his honesty, character, and personality and his continious smile will never be replaced. I am thankful for the opportunity to get to know him better these past 3 1/2 years. To all of you from our family, heart felt condolences. We're just a phone call away.

Jack, Pam, Kaylee, Wylan & Sierra Swets

January 1, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you are going through these very difficult days. We will uphold you in the days to come.

Ernie & Semona Peterson

January 1, 2009

Scott & Shelly-You have our deepest condolences during your time of bereavement. May God hold you in His loving arms and comfort you and your family during your time of loss. We know that you have weathered some storms during 2008 but know that joy comes in the morning. Stay strong and trust that God will see you through these hard times. You are in our prayers.

Alana Ingersoll

January 1, 2009

I am so sad for your family, you will be in my constant prayers.
In the last month, I have seen Brandon quite a bit. I work at the Portage Chamber of Commerce, and he was the person Midwestern sent out to install our snowflakes in Portage. I have to tell you before I seen him, my boss Terry said that Midwestern had sent out a young man and that he was so likable and hardworking. It was just a hour later that Brandon walked in and I recognized him. His family and my family had formerly attended Griffith Baptist Church up till 1997. I enjoyed talking w/him and could see what a nice respectful person he was. My heart goes out to all of you.

George and Linda Miller

January 1, 2009

Scott, Shelly and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss, May God Bless all of you and hold you in his arms to comfort you thru this tragic time and know that Brandon will always live on in your hearts.

Kent & Bridgett Eloe

January 1, 2009

We are so sad about the tragic loss of Brandon. It seems like just yesterday he was at our house picking up a toddler bed for his family's new home. We are praying for God to grace you with comfort, strength and peace in the days ahead as you heal from the pain of this loss.

January 1, 2009

Ruthie, We are very saddened by the news of Brandon. We hurt for all of you. Sincerely, The Schrader Family

December 31, 2008

Our deepest sympathy to the entire family.

Mitch, Debbie & Kyle Coates

Sandy Garvey

December 31, 2008

Scott,Shelly,Ruthie&family, I'm so sorry to hear of Brandon's passing you are in my thoughts and prayers I will always remember his smile anytime I ran into him, he was such a handsome young man.

Hill Family

December 31, 2008

Scott, Shelly and family,
We are burdened by your loss and pray for the peace that transcends all understaning. (In Christ) for you all.
Love In Christ,
Ed, Bonnie Hill family

Tom & Ellyn Krusza

December 31, 2008

Our deepest sympathy. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

Tammie Will and Girls

December 31, 2008

We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Tammie Will and Girls Golec

December 31, 2008

We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Larry and Ruth Courtright

December 31, 2008

We loved Ruthie like our own daughter. We hurt for her and the family. We will be in great prayer for all concerned.

Amber Fedornock

December 31, 2008

I am so sorry to hear about Brandon. My prayers are with the family. I will always remember Brandon and all the fun times we had. I love you Brandon, Love your Cuz

Lisa Kelley

December 31, 2008

I am also so sorry for everyone in Brandon's family. This is truly a huge loss and I pray for you guys! Be strong!

Vicky Flowers (Moss)

December 31, 2008

I am so sorry to hear about Brandon. I will keep all of you in my prayers. May God be with all of you.

janet&harold sturgeon

December 31, 2008

your in our thoughts and prayers..we love you

Genay Pizer Steinhilber

December 31, 2008

I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

Gary Moss

December 31, 2008

I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Brandon. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.

Sandi and Rick Kapiszka

December 31, 2008

To the family of Brandon:

I am so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you.

Melissa

December 31, 2008

If anyone does not mind me asking what happened? I belive I use to know him, so sorry for your loss

Matt Vasel

December 31, 2008

Sorry to hear about your loss, Our thoughts and prayers are with you right now.

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