John Bruce Crane's obituary , Passed away on May 28, 2026 in Union, Missouri

John Bruce Crane

August 27, 1939 - May 28, 2026 (86 years old)

Union, Missouri

John Bruce Crane's obituary , Passed away on May 28, 2026 in Union, Missouri

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John Bruce Crane

August 27, 1939 - May 28, 2026 (86 years old)

Union, Missouri

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John Bruce Crane Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of John Bruce Crane (Union, Missouri), born in Peoria, Illinois, who passed away on May 28, 2026, at the age of 86, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of John Bruce Crane to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Irvin Crane and Florence Crane. He is survived by: his friend Ozark; his wife Carol Crane; his sons, John Crane of Washington, David Crane (Sara) of Wildwood and Christopher Crane (Whitney) of Reading, Massachusetts; and his grandchildren, Ian, Isabel, Will, Hope, Shay, Max and Anna. He is also survived by family members and friends.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Good Samaritan Fund at Zion United Church of Christ in Union, and Bethel Hills Advocates for Community Choice in Marthasville, Missouri.

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Oltmann Funeral Home



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May 29, 2026

Bruce Grannemann wrote a sympathy message

“Carol, John, David and Christopher, so sorry to hear of Bruce’s passing. I have such fond memories of him and your family during my college days in Springfield. God bless you all. Bruce Grannemann”


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Zion United Church of Christ
115 S Washington Ave, Union, MO 63084

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