Randy Todd Crane

January 15, 1961 - October 21, 2020

Randy Todd Crane, 59, of Gainesville, TX, passed away Wednesday, October 21, 2020 in Gainesville, TX. Randy was born January 15, 1961 in Wichita, KS to Leon Earl Crane and Margie Faye Bullard. Randy married Cris Sanchez on October 1,1988 in Lewisville, TX. Randy graduated from Ketchum High School and Oklahoma State University. He then moved to Texas to work for Payless Cashways, where he met his wife, Cris. Randy and Cris had two children, Megan and Zac. He was a loving family man, and his wife and kids meant the world to him. Randy never met a stranger, and everyone he met was a friend. He had that “ol’ cowboy way” about him that made people feel comfortable. His friendliness was one of his greatest attributes. Randy’s genuine cowboy way put people at ease and striking up a conversation was easy. Randy truly enjoyed working with wood and making furniture was his passion. He put his creativity to work as he made furniture pieces that showcased his skill. He simply loved to build furniture, and the furniture he built was a testimony to his gentle cowboy spirit. Randy left lasting memories with those who knew him and for those who loved him. His presence will be greatly missed and his memory will be cherished by his family. Randy is survived by his wife, Cris; father, Leon and wife Carolyn of Grove, OK; mother, Margie Harlan of Vinita, OK; son, Zac Crane of Gainesville, TX; daughter, Megan Crane of Gainesville, TX; brother, Rick Crane and wife Diane of Vinita, OK; sister, Rita Crane of Vinita, OK; in-laws, Leo Sanchez and wife Gloria of Hickory Creek, TX. Randy was preceded in death by his grandmother, Imogene Miller, and nephew, Clint Crane. Visitation will be held 4:30PM-5:30PM, Saturday, October 24, 2020 at Slay Memorial Chapel of Aubrey. A memorial service will follow at 5:30PM, with Chaplain Jerald Garner officiating. Online condolences may be shared at www.slaymemorialfuneralhome.com. The family respectfully requests that all attendees wear a mask and practice social distancing for the safety of others. Thank you for your understanding and kindness. The family would also like to thank the Visiting Nurses Association for their help and support. Arrangements are under the direction of Terri Slay and Slay Memorial Funeral Center.