Edwin A. Crane, 88, of Bethlehem Township, died Sunday, January 15, 2017 in St. Luke’s Hospital.
Born April 18, 1928 in Caldwell, NJ, he was a son of the late Harold A. and Gertrude (Brooks) Crane. His wife, Doris M. (Capanna) Crane died in 2015.
He was an engineer for Fuller Co., Bethlehem. Prior to that he worked for T. A. Coughlin & Co., Bethlehem and Dixie Cup, Wilson Borough. He graduated from Wilson High School in 1946 and Lafayette College in 1950 and was a member of College Hill Presbyterian Church, Easton.
Surviving are a son, Stephen A. Crane and his wife, Carol of St. Georges, Delaware; a daughter, Susan M. Crane of Alpharetta, Georgia; and two grandsons, Evan and Ryan Crane. His brother, Norman Crane died earlier.
Services will be private. The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton is handling the arrangements.
Contributions may be made to College Hill Presbyterian Church, 501 Brodhead St., Easton, PA 18042. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.
George and Estelle Gimbar
January 18, 2017 at 9:22 am
Dear Steve and family,
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. He was a wonderful man, and I’m sure he’ll be missed by many. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
George and Estelle
Bernie Berg
January 18, 2017 at 9:32 am
You will be missed at the bridge game by all who enjoy getting beat by a pro. Enjoy your new life and your reunion with your wife and friends and relatives in the presence of the Big Guy In The Sky who wears the Big G on His sweatshirt.
Rev. Herbert Mohlenhoff
January 18, 2017 at 9:46 am
Ed and Doris were members of St. Luke’s Lutheran Church during the period that I served there as Pastor (1967-74). They are remembered as a delightful and dedicated couple who maintained a beautiful home that I often visited in Bethlehem Township! Have often thought about them in the intervening years as I’ve moved from one parish to another. No longer do I need to speculate about them, for they have both moved into the presence of our Lord. Rest eternal grant to them, O God, may your divine light continually shine upon them! My prayers are joined with others for their grieving family members. Pr. Herb (Longboat Key, FL)
Donna Trauger
January 18, 2017 at 10:41 am
Dear Crane Family,
So sorry to hear of the passing of your father/grandfather. Mr & Mrs Crane were both such sweet people in the neighborhood. They both are missed & loved. He is now with his wife that he loved so very much. I lived at 4309 for 32 years & grew up with the honor of knowing your wonderful parents. May you find peace in knowing your parents are happily reunited with each other in the arms of our Lord.
God Bless You,
Donna & Bea
Leslie Ann Howard
January 24, 2017 at 3:31 am
Dear Sue and Steve and family,
I am so so sorry to hear of the loss of your dad this year and your mom last year. There are so many good memories from Chetwin Terr. I will never forget your parents and the fun and kindness they brought to everyone. Thoughts and love are with you both. Leslie Howard