Ernest Samuel “Johnny” Crane, 98, of Flint Hill, Virginia, passed away Thursday, January 4, 2024 at Warren Memorial Hospital.
A funeral service will be held on Saturday, January 13 at 2:00 p.m. at Flint Hill United Methodist Church with the Rev. Jeff Thompson officiating. Interment will be in the Flint Hill Cemetery.
Mr. Crane was born April 28, 1925 in Pierce, West Virginia, son of the late John Samuel and Amber James Crane.
He was a United States Navy Veteran serving during World War II.
Mr. Crane was preceded in death by his loving wife of 53 years, Thelma Mae Brady Crane, in 2006. He also was preceded in death by his parents; seven siblings; and a daughter-in-law, Tina Crane.
Surviving is a daughter, Catherine Susan Crane Cieslak and husband Ken of Flint Hill; one son, Ernest Michael Crane of Heathsville, Virginia; one sister, Onile Salisbury of Front Royal; four grandchildren, Laura, Jennifer, Michael, and Rebecca; and three great-grandchildren, Samantha, Katie, and Kieran.
Pallbearers will be family and friends.
The family will receive friends on Saturday, January 13 from 1-2 p.m. at the church.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Flint Hill United Methodist Church, 651 Zachary Taylor Highway, Flint Hill, Virginia 22627.
Michael Cathy and families. You are in our thoughts and prayers,
Thank you. Take care of each other and be well.
Ken, Cathy and family. Our deepest condolences and prayers. You are in our thoughts during this difficult time.
Tom and Gloria Rezentes
Thank you; hope you’re doing well. Take care and stay well and be safe.
Ken, Cathy, and family.
My condolences for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers during this difficult time.
Tony
Uncle Johnny was a devoted man to family and country. His skills were numerous and I will forever remember him showing me how to widdle as a child.
Mike, Cathy and families, our thoughts and prayers are with you. The Maness Family