July 16, 2023
July 16, 2023
Thinking of you always and missing you dearly! I wish I could hear your voice one last time and give you a hug!
This memorial website was created in the memory of our loved one, David Crane, 68, born on March 16, 1943 and passed away on January 13, 2012. We will remember him forever.
Please join us in a celebration of his life to be held at The Heritage Museum of Orange County, 3101 West Harvard Street Santa Ana, CA 92704, (714) 540-0404, at 2:00 pm Saturday, January 21, 2012. Reception to follow.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in David's name to the American Heart Association or the American Lung Association.
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January 13, 2021
January 13, 2021
Well Honey, nine years have passed and we still think and speak of you often. You were a good friend to those who knew you. You were strong when needed, and calm and sweet as well. You have left a legacy and we will enjoy the stories and laughter for as long as we live. I know I will. Keep watch over all of us. We miss you and love you. Donna
January 13, 2021
January 13, 2021
Dear Grandpa, I miss you so much!!! You've been on my mind heavy lately. My mind probably knew subconsciously this date was coming up. Im so grateful for every year we got to spend together. I cherish and hold those memories close to my heart. Save a hug for me, Love you!!
January 13, 2020
January 13, 2020
Dave, I hope you can hear me up there, because I still hear you and your beautiful deep, loving voice. I can replay your voice over and over in my mind. It comforts me and it brings me right back to you. I miss you my friend. I have nothing but warm, loving memories of you from my childhood, through adulthood. Thanks for being the man you were to me and to so many. You left a lasting impression and will truly be forever missed. Love you Dave. -Ed
March 16, 2019
March 16, 2019
Happy Birthday Grandpa, thinking of you today! Miss and Love you always...
January 14, 2019
January 14, 2019
Glad to see a few tributes from Carly and Leeza. I know you appreciate the notes and will keep them all safe.
We toasted to your memory last night. Your good buddy Richard finally got married. He felt funny about having his special day on your day of passing. I assured him you would be fine with it. Gives this day another important reason to remember. So, I hope you heard us. Cheers! Love you. Miss you.
We toasted to your memory last night. Your good buddy Richard finally got married. He felt funny about having his special day on your day of passing. I assured him you would be fine with it. Gives this day another important reason to remember. So, I hope you heard us. Cheers! Love you. Miss you.
January 13, 2019
January 13, 2019
Thinking of you today Grandpa! Today we had my daughters 4th birthday party, it brought back many memories of all the birthday parties I was lucky to spend with you. I’m so grateful for those memories Love you
January 13, 2019
January 13, 2019
I miss you, thinking of you ❤️
October 25, 2018
October 25, 2018
Missing you Grandpa, Love you ❤
January 12, 2018
January 12, 2018
You might think this would get easier as time passes, but that is just not true. There are often times I wonder what our day would be like if you were still here with me. What would make you smile or laugh? Who and what do you miss? I miss talking with you. I still do, just don't get feedback. Miss you and love you. I know the kids do too! Watch us and help keep us all safe! Love you, Donna
January 13, 2017
January 13, 2017
“Grief is like the ocean; it comes on waves ebbing and flowing. Sometimes the water is calm, and sometimes it is overwhelming. All we can do is learn to swim.”
Still learning to swim..
Miss you so much ❤️
Still learning to swim..
Miss you so much ❤️
January 13, 2016
January 13, 2016
Dave: So hard to believe it's been 4 years already, So many memories come to mind whenever I think of you. Seeing the Rolling Stones live. Sipping bourbon together in your car the night before I got married. I was so nervous about screwing up in the ceremony. You told me "If that's all your worried about, you have it made." You were always there when I needed you. There's no doubt in my mind that you're in Heaven. Someone as good and kind as you were HAS to be. Steven
January 13, 2016
January 13, 2016
Well it was 4 years ago today when you left us. I don't think a day goes by where you are not mentioned or remembered. I miss your face and your laugh. Your laugh was so contagious. Keep us safe and we'll keep you in our memories. Love you, Donna
December 31, 2015
December 31, 2015
Well Honey, another year has passed. Moving into 2016 and hopeful for a bright future for all of us. Keep watch over us and we'll keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Love you, Donna
March 16, 2015
March 16, 2015
Happy Birthday Babe. Wish we were spending your day together as we have always done. Miss you and love you.
March 16, 2015
March 16, 2015
Thinking of you brother ...... I miss you and I wish I could hear your voice again...... You are always in my heart .
January 13, 2015
January 13, 2015
Well today was the day you left us in 2012. I know the kids miss you terribly as do I. The family continues to grow. New Great Grand baby by Michael and Meygan, and Leeza was due any time. May have even happened as of this post. Keep watch on all of us as I know you will. Love you. dc
December 31, 2014
December 31, 2014
Everytime I log on and see that picture of you on the boat, looking so comfortable and content, I realize you were really in your element. Missed you for Christmas, but had a houseful. Kids everywhere. We had a good time. Tonight's New Years Eve, so please keep watch on all of us, that we may enjoy a great 2015. Miss you and love you. dc
December 11, 2014
December 11, 2014
Babe,
Happy Anniversary. Wish we were spending it together. I'll keep you in my heart, always. Please watch over all of us form up there. You have a good view, I'm sure. Love you. Donna
Happy Anniversary. Wish we were spending it together. I'll keep you in my heart, always. Please watch over all of us form up there. You have a good view, I'm sure. Love you. Donna
December 4, 2014
December 4, 2014
I love you grandpa. Your always in my thoughts.
December 1, 2014
December 1, 2014
Babe, Happy Thanksgiving. I viewing the site, there is a great picture of you on Thanksgiving looking at the turkey. Hope all Thanksgivings are as good as that one was for us. Keep watch on all of us. Help us when you can, know you were and are loved. Donna
July 17, 2014
July 17, 2014
I miss you Dad.. I think about you often but have to stop myself almost the minute you enter my mind. If I don't I am afraid I might cry forever.. I wonder if it will ever just hit me that you are not longer here and I will be forced to deal with all the emotions.. I wish you would visit me in a dream again.. It would mean the world to me.
Love you
Love you
June 16, 2014
June 16, 2014
Well Babe, another Fathers Day has come and gone. Wishing you all the love in the world and hope you continue to watch over the family. We all can use an angel watching over us, sometimes I think you are right there, and have to look twice. It's a glad and sad occurance. I'm glad you are with me, but sad you are away. Love you. Donna
March 18, 2014
March 18, 2014
when iam on my boat and iam thinking about a problem and i think i better call dave........but i cant do that now.........it happens a lot
capt. hank
capt. hank
March 16, 2014
March 16, 2014
Hi babe, happy birthday! Thinking of you today and what we would have done for your celebration. Hope you look down here on all your family and friends and know how much you were loved and respected. Keep watch on all of us, as I know you do. Happy birthday, love Donna.
March 16, 2014
March 16, 2014
Thinking about you on your birthday brother ....... Miss you and love you always .......
January 13, 2014
January 13, 2014
Can't believe it's been two years.. I really miss you Dad. The kids are doing wonderful and you would be happy to know that although it took us some work, Dion takes really good care of us. I know that's all you ever wanted was to know I would be okay and happy.. I am really looking forward to getting together with Donna and going through your pictures and mementoes. I miss you.
January 13, 2014
January 13, 2014
I can't believe it's been two years already,Dave. Have thought about you alot. You were so dearly loved. How I looked up to you when we were growing up. I have such vivid and fond memories of all that we did together. And like Sis,how I remember that deep infectious laugh of yours when we watched those Richard Pryor movies. Take care my brother. Hope you will be there to meet me along with Cynthia when my time comes.
January 13, 2014
January 13, 2014
Well Honey, it's been two years today. Been receiving notes from family and friends. You were very well thought of by all. The messages are a tribute to that. Family is doing well and growing up quickly. Time passes so swiftly and it's apparent with each visit of the Grandkids. Keep watch over us and we'll do our best to make you proud. Love you.
August 3, 2013
August 3, 2013
I hope you love the tattoo I got for you. I Show it off very proudly. I love you grandpa. Hope you look down on me and smile.
August 3, 2013
August 3, 2013
Grandpa I miss you so much. Its still unreal to me. I think about you every day. Today I thought about you more then usual. I got the keys to my very first apartment today and I seen a things that needed to be fixed and the first thing that came to my mind was you. Then also at work today we have this wood stand and it keeps giving me splinters and I wished you were there to sand it down.
June 14, 2013
June 14, 2013
Well Babe, another Father's Day. Missing you and wish you were here for your day. I know the girls will be thinking of you. Kindly look in on them and keep them safe. Love always. dc
March 18, 2013
March 18, 2013
well happy "B" day, late (when was i ever on time) this comes from me,phil,courtney,mia,and of course SV RELIANCE/SV ALERT....will put a photo in when i return home. (manzanillo) as of now iam up to no good and moving fast! Capt.Hank
March 17, 2013
March 17, 2013
Happy Birthday Dave! I am so glad that Donna has a guardian angel like you! She and your boys are doing well and I can only attribute that to the fact that you are up above watching out for their welfare! Although you are sorely missed down here, you are doing a fabulous job as an angel up there! Love, Laura
March 16, 2013
March 16, 2013
Happy Birthday Baby. Miss you and hope to do you proud. Hope theres a party up there for you today, you deserve a good one. We'll have some cake down here and think of you. Love you.
January 14, 2013
January 14, 2013
Well Honey, it's been a year since you left us. I had a nice visit with the girls and their families on Sunday, the 13th. We enjoyed your favorite morning snacks, donuts and coffee. We all thought about you and had some nice moments sharing each others company. We miss you and know you are looking out for each of us. Love you always. Donna
January 13, 2013
January 13, 2013
Dave......I think about you alot and I still find it hard to know I can't pick up the phone to call you. Sometimes I smile and sometimes I cry when you come to mind,but always I miss you.........
January 13, 2013
January 13, 2013
Hey Dave. Miss you a lot buddy. Christmas wasn't the same without you this year. I miss but will never forget your warm voice, your hand on my shoulder and that unmistakable twinkle in your eye when you smile. I'll always remember you and look up to you. Thanks for your love and the memories - they live on in me and so many others too. Love ya buddy, Ed
January 13, 2013
January 13, 2013
every time i go to my boat or see a sailboat i think about dave and sometimes i think " i better call dave about this" but then i remember i cant do that anymore, and i think about the times we had together,and only dave ,donna and phil know about most of the times as most were not things we could talk about with anyone else.....capt hank
December 11, 2012
December 11, 2012
Hi Honey... Happy Anniversary. 25 years today. How the times flies. We did pretty good, you and I. Many fond memories. Lots of good stories. We didn't live a boring life together, that is for sure. As you would say "I wake up in a new world everyday". Keep the family in your thoughts and know we all miss you. You are our Guardian Angel. Love you and miss you. Happy Anniversary.
November 30, 2012
November 30, 2012
Always thinking of you.. I have a job interview tomorrow.. I know you will be looking out for me.. Your little Stevie has been talking about you a lot... I miss you..
September 28, 2012
September 28, 2012
Dave, I am so glad to see tributes come in regularly for you. You made a very large impact on family and friends and it shows with the continued messages left on this site. This is how we keep you alive in our memories. Love you, Donna
September 26, 2012
September 26, 2012
still thinking about you , hank and phil
September 20, 2012
September 20, 2012
I think about you every day. I miss you..
August 27, 2012
August 27, 2012
Dad I really miss you a lot . I just want to tell you today I LOVE YOU .
July 3, 2012
July 3, 2012
I miss you every day.. The grief can consume me so I try not to think about you.. It hurts going to the house.. It hurts that I never built a stronger relationship... I hope you know how I loved you..
June 19, 2012
June 19, 2012
Hey Babe,
First Fathers Day without you. Kind of lonely, but I know the girls were thinking of you. Zach had a moment when he was taken to Home Depot. He recalled you liked tools and brought him donuts! What a combination. Like his grandpa, he likes his donuts. Tools will probably follow. We are thinking of you and missing you. Love you
First Fathers Day without you. Kind of lonely, but I know the girls were thinking of you. Zach had a moment when he was taken to Home Depot. He recalled you liked tools and brought him donuts! What a combination. Like his grandpa, he likes his donuts. Tools will probably follow. We are thinking of you and missing you. Love you
June 17, 2012
June 17, 2012
Dear dad , I wish you a happy fathers today . I miss you with all my heart there's not one day that I dont think of you,Your back rubs your laughter your love for animals you were the very best dad. I hope your day is wonderful and i feel you with me today at the beach{yeah}. I love you,
March 23, 2012
March 23, 2012
Dear Dave; Happy belated birthday! I feel even closer to you in death
as I listen to all the wonderful stories about you from Donna. Truly you
were the ultimate husband and father. I thank you for that and for bringing me closer to Donna! Love, Laurie
as I listen to all the wonderful stories about you from Donna. Truly you
were the ultimate husband and father. I thank you for that and for bringing me closer to Donna! Love, Laurie
March 17, 2012
March 17, 2012
Happy Belated B-Day Dave & hope you are doing O.K. Donna. Was thinking of you 2 when I recently saw an article titled "Shipwreck claim made". A purported discovery of $3 billion treasure! Made me think of our kitchen table talks of your sailing adventures. Maybe Dave's able to see the treasures. Love, Your Friend Gracie
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July 16, 2023
July 16, 2023
Thinking of you always and missing you dearly! I wish I could hear your voice one last time and give you a hug!
January 13, 2021
January 13, 2021
Well Honey, nine years have passed and we still think and speak of you often. You were a good friend to those who knew you. You were strong when needed, and calm and sweet as well. You have left a legacy and we will enjoy the stories and laughter for as long as we live. I know I will. Keep watch over all of us. We miss you and love you. Donna
January 13, 2021
January 13, 2021
Dear Grandpa, I miss you so much!!! You've been on my mind heavy lately. My mind probably knew subconsciously this date was coming up. Im so grateful for every year we got to spend together. I cherish and hold those memories close to my heart. Save a hug for me, Love you!!
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My favorite picture of my Dad and "Stevey"
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Donna and Dave
Dave & Donna 1985
Dave at Ed & Kristy Collins wedding 1985
Leeza & David on her first birthday.
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Camping with Dave & Donna
January 18, 2012
One long ago summer Dave & Donna packed their pick-up with bicycles & a tent. T.C. & I did the same & followed them. When we arrived at our 1st evening stop all the stores were closed. Not to fear. They came prepared with emergency rations from the Surplus store. Once the meal was heated over a campfire, we soon heard, "U'm!, U'm!, U'm!, U'm!, U'm!"!! Dave loved a good meal & that one wasn't bad for 4 hungry campers. Then it was on to "Barbie Benton's Campground" in Goldrush country. If you have ever panned for gold at Knott's, you get more there than we found. We did hear about alot of gold being found at the local laundry-mat. Seems it fell out of another campers pocket in the wash! Even though Dave didn't find tons of gold, it turns out he was rich in all the things that count! Good Bless him & his family. Hugs to All, Gracie
I love you Grandpa.
January 17, 2012
by Leeza George
Grandpa, I will miss you more then words can explain! I love you with all my heart. You made 18 years of my life the best with your memories. From each birthday & holiday with you & grandma. I'll miss your hugs the most though, anybody that has ever got a hug from you will know what i mean you always did this rough pat rub thing & all of us grandkids always laughed about how rough it was but now that your gone I would kill just to have one last hug from you. I'll always remember the time you spanked me when I lived in orange for getting sassy with mom. I would always would get mad for being the only grandkid you ever spanked. I could go on forever with every little thing about you. Life will not be the same but at lest I know I have the best guardian angel looking down on me everyday.
I picked this poem because it is so true
January 16, 2012
Our Dad was one of those special men
Who truly knew what life was about
Who demonstrated that his family came first
For his actions left no room for doubt
Our Father's greatest joy was his children
In fact, there was no faster way
To light up his face with an ear-to-ear smile
Than the mention of his own children's names
He preferred to discuss his children's accomplishments
Rather than his own
And loved to recall the sweet memories
Of his young children and how they had grown..."
final verse in the poem:
So as we say goodbye and remember
Our Father's life...the man he came to be
He'd be happiest being remembered by all who knew him
As a man who loved his family