Danny Crane

(From Parker Mortuary)

Danny R. Crane, age 61, Joplin, passed away on Monday, April 6, 2015 at his home after an illness.

Danny was born April 9, 1953 in Joplin, son of the late Everett R. Crane and Lois Howard Crane. He graduated from Joplin High School, and worked for American Fibrex for 22 years before retiring. He was also a member of the local boilermakers union for 22 years. In his free time Danny loved the outdoors, especially fishing.

In addition to his parents, Danny was preceded in death by a brother, Richard Crane, and his sisters, Sue Graves, Mary Johnson, and Judy Hogue.

Survivors include his wife, Leah Alleger Crane; sons, Danny Crane, Jr. and wife Stephanie of Jacksonville, Florida, and Michael Alleger of Joplin; brothers, Everett Crane and Bob Crane and wife Karen; sister, Mabel Lindquist all of Joplin; 12 grandchildren.

The family will receive friends at Parker Mortuary on Wednesday from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m., with cremation to follow.

Private family services will be held at a later date.