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▰ Katie (Wilson) Cranford

Died February 14, … More Information
Katie (Wilson) Cranford, of Trinity, North Carolina, entered into eternal rest February 14, 2006. Katie was 81.
Obituary published: February 15, 2006 in "Courier-T"

▰ Kathryn (Brown) Cranford

Died November 17, … More Information
On November 17, 1996, Kathryn (Brown) Cranford, 81, of Elkin, North Carolina left us to live with the Father in her new eternal home.
Obituary published: November 18, 1996 in "Richmond T-D (VA)"

▰ Kathryn Edith Cranford

Died May 13, … More Information
Kathryn Edith Cranford, born February 28, 1923 entered Heaven's gates on May 13, 2016 in Kannapolis, North Carolina. Kathryn was 93.

▰ Kathleen Elizabeth (Roberts) Cranford

Died July 12, … More Information
Kathleen Elizabeth (Roberts) Cranford, 88, of Salisbury, North Carolina departed this life July 12, 2003.
Obituary published: July 13, 2003 in "Statesville L"

▰ Karen L Cranford

Died April 22, … More Information
Karen L Cranford, born July 19, 1960 went into the presence of the Lord on April 22, 2015 in Salisbury, North Carolina. Karen was 54.

▰ Julian Edward Cranford

Died January 08, … More Information
Julian Edward Cranford, born February 23, 1922 died January 8, 2011 in Lexington, North Carolina. Julian was 88. Tags: #Thomasville #Davidson #Lindsay #Cranford #Louise #School #Ashmore #Holly #Memorial #Grove #Bethlehem #Fairfield #Baltimore #Liberty #Post #Chapter #Sertoma #Park #Baptist #World #Corps #Camp #Miami #Shepperd #Chanute #Tyndall #Sioux #Mediterranean #Oran #Algeria #North #Foggia #Italy #Force #Bomb #Fortress #Staff #European #Eastern #Medal #Overseas #Good #Leaf #Bronze #Silver #Doris #Shoemaker #Eddie #Anastasia #Hudson #Charles #Ervin #Zeffie #Zola #Agnes #Effie #Sandra #Karen #Julian #Kimberly #Taylor #Lexington #Laura #Bella #Betty #Orangejello #Smith #Road #Rebecca #Sharon #Rita #Margaret #Brian #Hospice #Cystic #Foundation #Arlington #Floor #Bethesda #Attn #Development
Obituary: Julian Edward Cranford, Sr., 88, a resident of Thomasville for most of his life, died , 08, 2011 at the Brian in Lexington. He was born 23, 1922 in Thomasville, Davidson , NC, a son of Lindsay Allen Cranford and Louise Walker Cranford. He was named for Dr. Charles A. Julian, the physician who attended his birth.

Mr. Cranford was a graduate of Thomasville High School and Ashmore Business . He retired as sales manager of Holly Hill Memorial Park where he was employed 27 years. During the 1950s he owned and operated Oak Grove Grocery and Gas. Prior to entering military service, Mr. Cranford was employed as a ship fitter at Bethlehem Steels Fairfield Shipyard in Baltimore, MD. The Liberty Ships used to transport cargo and soldiers overseas were built there, along with other types of ships.

Mr. Cranford was a member of VFW Post 2756 and DAV Chapter 20. He was a charter member & former president of the Sertoma Club. He was a member of Park Place Baptist Church, where hed served as a deacon and sang in the church choir.

Mr. Cranford was a World War II veteran, having served in the U.S. Army Air Corps. On 03, 1943 he was inducted at Camp Croft, SC., then entered active service at Ft. Jackson, SC on 10, 1943. He received basic training in Miami, FL, attended airplane engine mechanic school at Shepperd Field, TX and Chanute Field, IL, and received gunnery training at Tyndall Field, FL. In Sioux City, IA he received combat training and was assigned to a B-17 bomber crew.

In May of 1944 Mr. Cranford shipped overseas to begin service in the Mediterranean Theatre. He was stationed in Oran, Algeria in North Africa and in Foggia, Italy with the 15th Air Force, 301st Bomb Group, 32nd Bomb Squadron. He flew 51 combat missions over 11 countries on B-17 "Flying Fortress" bomber planes, usually in the position of waist gunner. He participated in six major battle campaigns and invasions. He obtained the rank of Staff Sergeant. Medals awarded him include the European/African/Middle Eastern Campaign Medal, Overseas Service Bar, Good Conduct Medal, Air Medal with 2 Oak Leaf Clusters, 2 Bronze Stars and 1 Silver Star.

military service, Mr. Cranford returned home to Thomasville. On 27, 1947 he married Doris Louise Shoemaker. had three children and two grandchildren. Mr. Cranford enjoyed many activities such as family vacations and camping trips. He liked to fish, garden, play cards & dines with friends. He attended local baseball and football games. He enjoyed listening to music and singing. He liked to stay current on news, weather, events and politics. He was very fond animals & children. He especially enjoyed airplane flights with his son Eddie.

Mr. Cranford was preceded in death by his wife, Louise, who died 8, 1999. He was also preceded in death by his parents Lindsay and Louise W. Cranford; granddaughter, Anastasia Sean "Stacy" Hudson; brothers Charles Edgar Cranford and Ervin James Cranford; sisters Zeffie Irene Cranford, Zola Mae Cranford Robbins, Agnes Blanch Cranford Swink, and Effie Ilene Cranford.

Mr. Cranford is survived by daughters Sandra Kay Cranford Hudson and Karen Jane Cranford, both of Thomasville; son Julian Edward "Eddie" Cranford, Jr. and his wife Kimberly Gwen "Kim" Taylor Cranford of Lexington; granddaugher Laura Paige Cranford of Lexington; and several nieces and nephews. He also leaves behind his pet cats Bella, Betty, Orangejello and Mr. Drysdale.

Visitation will be held , 15, 2011 from 10 am until 12 noon at Thomasville , followed immediately at 12 noon by a memorial service in their chapel. Burial will follow at Holly Hill Memorial Park. The family will receive friends and relatives at other times at the home of Eddie & Kim Cranford of 1467 Smith Farm Road, Lexington, NC.

The family would like to thank Rebecca Wilson, Sharon Kimsey, Rita Lloyd, Margaret Lackey, the staff of the Brian & Hospice of Davidson for their assistance in Mr. Cranfords care.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, 6931 Arlington Rd., 2nd Floor, Bethesda, MD 20814 or to Hospice of Davidson , 200 Hospice Lane, Attn: Development Office, Lexington, NC 27292.

▰ Julia Woodson (Kerr) Cranford

Died April 04, … More Information
Julia Woodson (Kerr) Cranford, of Concord, North Carolina, left herearthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home April 4, 2004. Julia was 85.
Obituary published: April 05, 2004 in "Salisbury P"

▰ Julia Elizabeth (Petree) Cranford

Died April 28, … More Information
Julia Elizabeth (Petree) Cranford, 84, of Winston-Salem, North Carolina gained her wings on April 28, 2011.
Obituary published: April 29, 2011 in "Winston-Salem J"

▰ Julia (Woodson)[Kerr] Cranford

Died April 04, … More Information
Julia (Woodson)[Kerr] Cranford, age 85 of Concord, North Carolina, went to be with the Lord on April 4, 2004.
Obituary published: April 05, 2004 in "Daily Tribune"

▰ John Henry Cranford

Died October 03, … More Information
John Henry Cranford, age 83 of Albemarle, North Carolina, entered Heaven's gates on October 3, 2001.
Obituary published: October 04, 2001 in "Weekly P"

▰ John Henry Cranford

Died September 27, … More Information
John Henry Cranford, of Albemarle, North Carolina, entered the Kingdom of Heaven September 27, 2001. John was 83.
Obituary published: September 28, 2001 in "Salisbury P"

▰ Joe Kenneth Cranford

Died December 24, … More Information
Joe Kenneth Cranford, age 67 of Concord, North Carolina, entered Heaven's gates on December 24, 2001.
Obituary published: December 25, 2001 in "Daily Tribune"

▰ Jewell (Sexton) Cranford

Died January 11, … More Information
Jewell (Sexton) Cranford, age 93 of Thomasville, North Carolina, departed this life Sunday January 11, 2001.
Obituary published: January 12, 2001 in "High Point Ent"

▰ Jessie Gaines Rev Cranford

Died July 09, … More Information
Jessie Gaines Rev Cranford, age 79 of Charlotte, North Carolina, entered Heaven's gates on July 9, 2004.
Obituary published: July 10, 2004 in "Hickory R"

▰ Janet Rorrer Dunn Cranford

Died August 31, … More Information
Janet Rorrer Dunn Cranford, born July 25, 1927 passed away peacefully August 31, 2017 in Lincolnton, North Carolina. Janet was 90.

▰ Jane (Herlocker) Cranford

Died January 21, … More Information
Jane (Herlocker) Cranford, 75, of Asheboro, North Carolina gained her wings on January 21, 2006.
Obituary published: January 22, 2006 in "Courier-T"

▰ James Wade "Jimmy" Cranford

Died October 25, … More Information
James Wade "Jimmy" Cranford, of Asheboro, North Carolina, entered into eternal rest October 25, 2006. James was 78.
Obituary published: October 26, 2006 in "Courier-T"

▰ James Wade "Jimmy" Cranford

Died October 24, … More Information
James Wade "Jimmy" Cranford, age 78 of Asheboro, North Carolina, departed this life Sunday October 24, 2006.
Obituary published: October 25, 2006 in "Courier-T"

▰ James Ray Cranford

Died October 21, … More Information
James Ray Cranford, age 62 of Troy, North Carolina, entered into eternal rest October 21, 2001.
Obituary published: October 22, 2001 in "Courier-T"

▰ James Lee Cranford

Died July 22, … More Information
James Lee Cranford, of High Point, North Carolina, went to be with the Lord on July 22, 2002. James was 40.
Obituary published: July 23, 2002 in "Winston-Salem J"

▰ James Franklin Cranford

Died April 16, … More Information
James Franklin Cranford, age 76 of Thomasville, North Carolina, passed away peacefully April 16, 2005.
Obituary published: April 17, 2005 in "Courier-T"

▰ James Elton Cranford

Died December 12, … More Information
James Elton Cranford, of Asheboro, North Carolina, passed away peacefully December 12, 2001. James was 84.
Obituary published: December 13, 2001 in "Courier-T"

▰ James Hill Cranford

Died October 05, … More Information
James Hill Cranford, born May 7, 1938 entered Heaven's gates on October 5, 2017 in Forsyth County, North Carolina. James was 79.

▰ James Andrew Cranford

Died June 13, … More Information
James Andrew Cranford, born July 24, 1984 passed away peacefully June 13, 2017 in North Carolina. James was 32.

▰ Jack Norris Cranford

Died November 18, … More Information
Jack Norris Cranford, 69, of Hickory, North Carolina, entered the Kingdom of Heaven November 18, 2004.
Obituary published: November 19, 2004 in "Morganton H"

▰ Jack Norris Cranford

Died November 18, … More Information
Jack Norris Cranford, of Hickory, North Carolina, joined the Lord November 18, 2004. Jack was 69.
Obituary published: November 19, 2004 in "Hickory R"

▰ Isabelle Simmons Cranford

Died July 08, … More Information
Isabelle Simmons Cranford, born June 21, 1932 entered the Kingdom of Heaven July 8, 2016 in Troy, North Carolina. Isabelle was 84.

▰ Ida Mae (Chaney) Cranford

Died August 28, … More Information
Ida Mae (Chaney) Cranford left this earth on August 28, 2001 to meet with Jesus, her Lord and Savior in Salisbury, North Carolina.
Obituary published: August 29, 2001 in "Salisbury P"

▰ Ida Mae (Chaney) Cranford

Died August 29, … More Information
Ida Mae (Chaney) Cranford, age 88 of Salisbury, North Carolina, went to be with the Lord on August 29, 2001.
Obituary published: August 30, 2001 in "Salisbury P"

▰ Hugh Cranford

Died August 15, … More Information
Hugh Cranford, born February 13, 1920 went to be with his Lord and Savior August 15, 2014 in Charlotte, North Carolina. Hugh was 94.

▰ Hugh Cranford

Died August 15, … More Information
Hugh Cranford, born February 13, 1920 left his earthly home and passed through the Veil to his Eternal Home August 15, 2014 in Charlotte, North Carolina. Hugh was 94.
Family members and close friends: , John Rudisill, Ronald Cranford, Yves Berthiaume, Caitlin Hendel, Charles Allen, Gary Adamson, Pete Mcintyre, Carol, Ron & Marilyn Thompson, Barbara Timmons, Shirley Bullington

▰ Hoyle B Cranford

Died April 16, … More Information
Hoyle B Cranford, of Elkin, North Carolina, passed from this life on April 16, 2005. Hoyle was 93.
Obituary published: April 17, 2005 in "Winston-Salem J"

▰ Henry Lee Cranford Jr

Died November 22, … More Information
Henry Lee Cranford Jr , born April 12, 1928 passed away peacefully November 22, 2018 in Charlotte, North Carolina. Henry was 90.

▰ Helen (Grissom) Cranford

Died May 10, … More Information
On May 10, 2006, Helen (Grissom) Cranford, 85 of High Point, North Carolina passed from this world into the next.
Obituary published: May 11, 2006 in "Winston-Salem J"

▰ Helen (Bulla) Cranford

Died July 15, … More Information
Helen (Bulla) Cranford, age 85 of Pinehurst, North Carolina, passed from this world into the next July 15, 2006.
Obituary published: July 16, 2006 in "Courier-T"

▰ Helen (Benfield) Cranford

Died September 28, … More Information
Helen (Benfield) Cranford, a resident of Charlotte, North Carolina for decades, died September 28, 2002 in Charlotte, North Carolina at the age of 81.
Obituary published: September 29, 2002 in "Charlotte Obs"

▰ Helen Irene Cranford

Died March 01, … More Information
Helen Irene Cranford, born May 10, 1951 left her earthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home March 1, 2017 in Archdale, North Carolina. Helen was 65.

▰ Helen Irene Cranford

Died March 01, … More Information
Helen Irene Cranford, born May 10, 1951 went into the presence of the Lord on March 1, 2017 in High Point, North Carolina. Helen was 65.
Family members and close friends: , Deborah Slack

▰ Harry James Cranford

Died August 26, … More Information
Harry James Cranford, age 84 of Valdese, North Carolina, joined the Lord August 26, 2006.
Obituary published: August 27, 2006 in "Hickory R"

▰ Harold Franklin Cranford

Died September 20, … More Information
Harold Franklin Cranford, of Charlotte, North Carolina, entered eternal life September 20, 2003. Harold was 82.
Obituary published: September 21, 2003 in "Salisbury P"

▰ Gloria (Anderson) Cranford

Died December 27, … More Information
Gloria (Anderson) Cranford, of North Carolina, born in Brooklyn, New York, joined the Lord December 27, 2003. Gloria was 80.
Obituary published: December 28, 2003 in "Winston-Salem J"

▰ Gloria (Anderson) Cranford

Died December 27, … More Information
Gloria (Anderson) Cranford, age 80 of North Carolina, born in Brooklyn, New York, passed away peacefully December 27, 2003.
Obituary published: December 28, 2003 in "Courier-T"

▰ Glenna (Cook) Cranford

Died March 18, … More Information
Glenna (Cook) Cranford, of Thomasville, North Carolina, entered into eternal rest March 18, 2003. Glenna was 91.
Obituary published: March 19, 2003 in "Courier-T"

▰ Gertrude Edith (Harrelson) Cranford

Died May 18, … More Information
Gertrude Edith (Harrelson) Cranford, of Asheboro, North Carolina, left herearthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home May 18, 2006. Gertrude was 89.
Obituary published: May 19, 2006 in "Courier-T"

▰ Gertrude Edith (Harrelson) Cranford

Died May 17, … More Information
Gertrude Edith (Harrelson) Cranford, of Asheboro, North Carolina, died on May 17, 2006. Gertrude was 89.
Obituary published: May 18, 2006 in "Courier-T"

▰ Fred Cranford

Died March 24, … More Information
Fred Cranford, 75, of Hickory, North Carolina departed this life March 24, 2007.
Obituary published: March 25, 2007 in "Morganton H"

▰ Francis Paul Cranford

Died February 04, … More Information
Francis Paul Cranford, of Valdese, North Carolina, entered Heaven's gates on February 4, 2015. Francis was 87.
Obituary published: February 05, 2015 in "Hickory R"

▰ Francis Paul Cranford

Died February 04, … More Information
Francis Paul Cranford, born March 7, 1927 departed this life Sunday February 4, 2015 in Connelly Springs, North Carolina. Francis was 87. Tags: #Burke #Bertie #Cranford #First #Church #Rutherford #Hilda #Beulah #Jesse #James #Fred #Jack #Survivors #Richard #Haliburton #Louise #Libby #Huff #Memorial #Morton #Memorials #Palliative #Enon #Foothills #Project
Obituary: Mr. Francis Paul Cranford, 87, of Connelly Springs passed away 4, 2015 at Burke Hospice and Palliative in Valdese following a period of declining health.
Mr. Cranford was born 7, 1927 in Burke , to the late Bertie and Pat Cranford. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Rutherford .
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife Hilda Haliburton Cranford; sister Beulah Icard; and brothers Jesse Cranford, James Cranford, Fred Cranford, and Jack Cranford.
Survivors include son, Richard Phillip Haliburton; one sister, Louise Cranford; one granddaughter Libby Haliburton Huff; grandson, Richard William Haliburton; two great granddaughters; one great great granddaughter; and numerous nieces and nephews.
A Memorial Service will be held 3:00PM 6, 2015 at First Baptist Church in Rutherford with Rev. Dr. R.L. Icard and Rev. Daniel Morton officiating.
Memorials may be made in honor of Mr. Cranford to Burke Hospice and Palliative at 1721 Enon Rd. Valdese, NC 28690 or Foothills Service Project at PO Box 86 Rutherford , NC 28671.

▰ Floyd Claxton Cranford

Died November 22, … More Information
Floyd Claxton Cranford, born May 26, 1918 passed from this life on November 22, 2009 in Greensboro, North Carolina. Floyd was 91.

▰ Fannie Hunter Cranford

Died December 08, … More Information
Fannie Hunter Cranford, born July 20, 1917 joined the Lord December 8, 2012 in Marion, North Carolina. Fannie was 95.
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