Gary Barnett Crane
December 16, 1948 - April 18, 2012
Obituary
Gary Barnett Crane was born December 16, 1948 in Renton WA to Glen and Ardath Crane. Gary passed away unexpectedly and far too soon on April 18, in Houston,TX while away on business.
Gary graduated from Mayville High School in Mayville, N.D. , attended Highline Community College and graduated from the University of Washington in 1971 with a B.A. in Business Administration, and later earned a CPA license.
Gary is survived by his loving wife of 31 years Lisa, children David, Jennifer, and Eric, grandson Austin, brother Larry (Cheri), many family and friends, and beloved cats Marco and Luna. Gary enjoyed relaxing in Maui, working with his hands, especially while spending time at his cabin on Mason Lake where he always had a project to keep him busy, and was an avid Husky football fan and loved to root on his Dawgs. Gary worked as a Comptroller for over 20 years at Mikron Industries and looke forward to retirement. He was a proud retired Air Force Reservist, member of the Ballard Elks, and U.W. Alumni Association member.
We will miss Gary so much. Always upbeat, always willing to help a co worker. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
During my short time at Mikron I came to know Gary very well. I talked with him daily, sometimes just to say “hello”, usually to ask his help on something; he was always very patient and always helpful. We talked about a lot of things, and as we did, we discovered that we had a number of life experiences in common; same colleges, same degrees, both CPA’s, same branch of the Military and same Military Base. Gary and I sat together in Houston at the after hours painting sesssion and we painted pictures and had a great time. I’ll always remember his gentle ways, mentoring spirit and never ending smile and sense of humor. I will miss him deeply.
my thoughts and prayers are with the family, Gary was loved by all and will truly, truly be missed.
thanks for serving we are all so proud of you Gary . to his family he will be missed by all what a wonderful human being he was . he was so proud of all of you god bless you all praying for you
I worked with Gary for 13 years and I will miss running into him on the stairway. His friendly and cheerful personality will be missed. Everytime I wear purple I will think of Gary.
Gary was a great friend, brother-in-law, uncle, husband, father and grand-father. Holidays, Husky Games, and Mason Lake won’t be the same without him. And we will always ask, “What would Gary say?”.
Sending hugs to Lisa, David, Jennifer, Eric, Autin, Larry, Marco and Luna.
Rick, Elaine, Meghan and Matt
It seems like yesterday that I walked down the isle with Lisa to give her to Gary on their wedding day. It was a good match for as long as it lasted. Gary will be missed by all.
Sending love, hugs and prayers to Gary’s family and my deepest personal condolences.
I am truly blessed to have known Gary. He was always a pleasure to work with and his kindness and approach to life’s challenges will forever impact me. We will miss Gary in the Quanex family.
My prayers and deepest sympathy to his family,
Debbi
I worked with Gary for almost 19 years and I’ve never known a more caring, dedicated individual. I will miss him terribly.
Dearest Lisa,
I have no words to express my deepest condolences to you and all your families. You stay strong, and know that I and everyone around you are sending prayers of strength and courage your way.
God bless you Lisa.
Marilyn & Frank
Although many of us only saw Gary one or two times per year for work, we always enjoyed his company. We will miss him!
Our deepest sympathies to the family.
I knew Gary from the Lake and he was always focused on some project, yet was funny, kind and calm. His family is a testament to the decent man that he was. He will be missed.
I would like to express my deepest sympathy for the loss of your loved one. Death is one of the most difficult things we face in life but may it comfort you to know that others care. I have found great encouragement when reading the beautiful words penned in the Bible at Isaiah 25:8 “He will swallow up death forever, and the Sovereign Lord Jehovah will certainly wipe the tears from all faces.” May this promise bring your family comfort in this difficult time.
So sorry to hear of Gary’s passing. We were good friends in the Reserves -86th APS at McChord. He was a great person and my buddy. I do remember meeting Lisa and they stopped by to see me when I was working in Astoria. I too went on with the Air National Guard in Oregon and retired after 24 years. Many times I thought of Gary when I was in Seattle but never had the time… so sorry.