Harry Crane, Jr.

Harry “Buddy” Olin Crane, Jr., loving husband and father of two, passed away September 18, 2020, at the age of 79, in Waco, Texas. He was born June 1, 1941, in Corning, New York, the son of Harry and Vera Crane. A private service will be held in North Carolina where he will be laid to rest next to his wife, Ellen Batson Crane. Buddy proudly served in the U.S. Marine Corps and finished his tour in North Carolina, where he met his wife, Ellen. They lived most of their lives in the Carolinas where they loved to fish, bowl, and enjoy great seafood with friends and family. Buddy also loved baseball and enjoyed coaching and teaching the game to the youth in the community. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his wife, Ellen; his sister, Laura; and his brother, Ronnie. He is survived by his daughter, Amy Cook and her husband, Mark, and their children, Ryan and Heather, of Bryson City, NC; his son, Rodney Crane and wife, Shari, of Woodway, Texas; sister, Clara Fallon; and many other family and friends who adored him and will miss his sweet smile and tender heart. The family invites you to leave a message or memory on our “Tribute Wall” at www.WHBfamily.com.