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1944 - 2009
 Mrs. Rozella Rosie Crane, 65, of Milton, WV, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, October 5, 2009, at St. Marys Medical Center in Huntington. She was born on September 19, 1944, in Cabell County, the daughter of the late Roy Johnson and Verona Johnson. She was preceded in death by one granddaughter, Courtney Elizabeth Short; and two brothers, Linville Dorn Johnson and Leonard Scott Johnson. She graduated from Marshall University with an Associate Degree in Business in 1988. She sang with a gospel quartet, the Sounds of Praise, for 18 years. She is survived by her loving husband, Richard Dick Crane; son, Russell Allen Crane and daughter-in-law, Farrah Dawn Crane of Hurricane; daughter, Rhonda Denise Short and son-in-law, Brett Allen Short of Ona; son, Jason Scott Crane and daughter-in-law, Leslie Ann Crane of Winfield; six grandchildren, Renee Annette Crane, Luke Allen Short, Andrew Dalton Short, Allison Rose Short, William Jason Crane, and Carly Ann Crane; six sisters, Ersie Rose Dillon, Violet Victoria Dillon, Pauline Freda Dillon, Lillian Marie Bowyer, Piney Hope McClellan, Janice Delores Johnson. She loved the Lord with all her heart and used her God given talent in singing for him. She loved and cherished her husband and family and would do anything for them. She will be deeply missed by family and friends, but we have peace knowing where she is. Visitation will be from 12 to 1 p.m. Wednesday, at the Wallace Funeral Home, Milton. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Wallace Funeral Home, Milton, by Pastor Winford Curry. Burial will be in Forest Memorial Park Milton. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.timeformemory.com/wallace. |
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There are currently 24 condolences.
Scott Brown
brown7930@live.com
Friday November 6, 2009 at
10:31 PM
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Dick,
Sorry to hear about Rose. It is very hard to lose a loved one. The memories will live forever and the memories will be cherished for a lifetime. You and your family have done alot for me over the years and am so sorry that you are having to go through this loss. Thinking of you.
Regards,
Scott Brown
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Linda Kirby
Monday October 12, 2009 at
4:23 PM
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Dear Dick, I am so sorry to learn of Rosie's passing. Dwight and I
had left for vacation on Oct.5th and just returned home today, Oct.12. Rosie was a sweet, friendly
and beautiful person. Just in the
short time I knew her from work and
thru singing numerous times at our church, I dearly loved and respected her. We send our deepest
and sincerest sympathy to you and
family. I would liked to have been
here to attend her visitation and
funeral. God Bless you and your
family. I will keep you in my prayers. Linda Kirby.
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Teresa Mohr McDonie
Sunday October 11, 2009 at
3:51 PM
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Russell, Dick, and family it's been a long time since I've seen you. Russell I remember you loved to eat my mother's food and I remember your mother's beautiful smile and laugh. May God be with you and peace abide with you during this time. I will keep your family in my prayers and know God is bringing comfort to all in need.
In Condolence,
Teresa Mohr McDonie
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Ann Ashmus
Thursday October 8, 2009 at
7:45 PM
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Dear Rhonda,
I am so sorry that Don and I could not attend the funeral and visitation for your mother. We were in Ohio with the senior McClanahans and the Wilks. We send our sincerest symphathy and know that no one can ever fill the void that your mother leaves in your life. Please know that your friends continue to pray for you and your family in the days to come. Sincerely, Ann Ashmus
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Ann Ashmus
Thursday October 8, 2009 at
6:44 PM
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Dear Rhonda and family,
I regret that Don and I were unable to attend the funeral or visitation for your mother. We were in Ohio with the Wilks and senior McClanahans. Our symphathy and prayers are with you all in the days ahead. I know that no one will ever fill the void that she has left in your hearts. But know that your friends are praying for God to strengthen and comfort you. Love, Ann & Don Ashmus
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Kelly Johnson
Wednesday October 7, 2009 at
11:10 PM
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I am so sorry to hear about your mother. I have known your family for years and we attended church together for many years. I know you understand this, but she is in a much better place than we are. God bless you and your family during this time of loss.
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TAMMY ADKINS
Wednesday October 7, 2009 at
3:55 PM
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Rhonda and the entire family.
I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. My prayers go out to you and your family.
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Shelia Woody Yates
Wednesday October 7, 2009 at
10:02 AM
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My heart is heavy at on one aspect but happy on the other for all. Just wanted you-all to know that you have prayers from Martinsburg-WV to you. It's wonderful to know that we will she her smile again in heaven. I loved her peace and joy when I was at Beaulah Ann. We love you guys- The Yates Family(Chris, Shelia & Sara)
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Joey Noble
noble1@zoominternet.net
Tuesday October 6, 2009 at
10:43 PM
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Mr.Crane
I am sorry to hear of Mrs. Cranes passing and apologize for not being able to attend her funeral, so I will use this situation to express my thoughts that my mere presence would not convey. I will always remember Mrs. Crane as a kind and gentle woman. A woman who seemed as concerned with my well-being and development as she did her own sons during those happy and challenging years when Russell and I were attempting to grow as young men and aspiring to earn the title of soldier and officer.
Although my memories of Jason are shadowy, I am happy, and not at all
surprised, to hear that the wild and happy little boy I remember 25 years ago has grown into honorable manhood an is now a State Trooper!
My wife and I occasionally see your good and lovely daughter Rhonda, and her fine husband, on the soccer field where your grandchildren and our children compete! I have always thought that Rhonda was a perfect reflection of Mrs. Crane's inner and outer beauty, and I know in the future you will find comfort in that reflection.
I am happy to hear of Russell's pending promotion and share in your pride of his numerous achievements. I have always told Russell, on those too few occasions I have seen him since our paths have taken us apart, that he is my hero! I feel it proper at this time to disclose a little secret concerning the only hero I ever remember Russell talk about. I will never forget those occasions when Russell and I would be returning from a drill or field training exercise in your red Ford Mustang, and hearing the pride in his voice as he discussed his father, the soldier, the paratrooper, and the example of a man he aspired to imitate. I thank you sir for inspiring your son to imitate you, for many of the virtues you inspired in your son I adopted as my own, and I am a better man due to my friendship with your son than I could have ever been without it. For that I am in your debt.
Over the course of my career in the goverment, I have come to know men of power and influence and must confess to becoming a little cynical concerning the lack of honor and integrity many men of rank and title actually possess. I take some comfort and hope in hearing of Russell's potential promotion to Brigadier General. This proves to me that men of courage and character are still capable of ascending to power in our government, and for this I am thankful. Russell truly possesses those rare and mysterious characteristics of leadership that without, the mere insignia of a Colonel's eagle or a General's star have no meaning. These are characteristics that both you and I have always recognized in Russell.
It is said that a mans character is reflected by his family; and if this is true, and I believe it is, you sir are a man with few equals.
In closing; we are truly sorry for the loss of Rose, and we know she awaits you at the feet of our King.
Sincerly and respectfully,
Joey, Sonya, Ian, Erin, and Eric Noble
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Chuck and Kelly Jobe
Tuesday October 6, 2009 at
7:10 PM
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Russell, Rhonda and Jason we are so sorry for your loss. You and your families are in our prayers
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so for your lost may god bless you all
Tuesday October 6, 2009 at
6:51 PM
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BILL AND TERESA NIDA
TMNMALTESE@AOL.CO,
Tuesday October 6, 2009 at
4:44 PM
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WE ALWAYS THOUGHT A LOT OF ROSIE AND AND SHE HAD A BEAUTIFUL VOICE. NOW SHE IS IN HEAVEN IN GOD'S CHOIR. LOVE AND PRAYERS !
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Opal Jones
Tuesday October 6, 2009 at
4:06 PM
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Dear Dick and family--Rosie's friendship has meant so very much to me the last 47 years. I'll miss her with all my heart. Love to all--God Bless--Snookie
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Richard and Linda Peters
Tuesday October 6, 2009 at
3:59 PM
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Dear Dick and family--Rosie's beautiful smile and friendly ways will always be rememberd in our hearts. We are so sorry we cannot make it in for her memorial--but know we are with you in spirit. God Bless you always. Rick and Linda
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Richard and Linda Peters
Tuesday October 6, 2009 at
3:54 PM
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Dear Dick and family--Rosie's beautiful smile and friendy ways will always be rememberd in our hearts. We are so sorry we cannot make it in for her memorial, but know we are with you in spirit. God Bless you always
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Tim Rider
Tuesday October 6, 2009 at
2:41 PM
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Brett & Rhonda just wanted you to know your family is in my prayers
Tim Rider
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Sue & David Benedict
Tuesday October 6, 2009 at
1:31 PM
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Rhonda & Brett, family
You our in our prayers and have been. I loved to hear your mother sing.Now she is singing of our God.I always will remeber the Sunday that you and your mother sang with Alison. We miss all of you.
Love & Prayers
Sue
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Tuesday October 6, 2009 at
11:02 AM
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I am so sorry for your loss. May God give you the strength to make it through this difficult time. Always remember when God picks a rose, he picks a beautiful one!
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Mitzi, Jimmy and Sean
Tuesday October 6, 2009 at
10:49 AM
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You are in our thoughts and prayers!
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Minister Kathie D. Holland
Tuesday October 6, 2009 at
10:28 AM
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Jason and Family, my prayers are with you during this time. May God comfort, strengthen and keep you. Keep your hand in God's hand and he will give you the PEACE that surpasseth all understanding through this difficult time. May God continue to richly bless each of you.
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Kourtney
Tuesday October 6, 2009 at
9:19 AM
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Rhonda, Our Hearts and Prayers are going out to you and your family. May you rejoice in the memories that you had with your mother and the Grace that God had given her. With lots of Love,
Josh, Kourtney, Emme & Ethan
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Julie Park
Tuesday October 6, 2009 at
9:19 AM
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Rhonda, Brett, Richard and family, we are praying for you all! May God strengthen and comfort you during this difficult week. We love you. The Park Family
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RW & Bettle Meffert
Tuesday October 6, 2009 at
9:09 AM
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We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers
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william turley
wturley@verizon.net
Monday October 5, 2009 at
6:51 PM
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My loving thoughts are with every one.....bill
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