It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Val, Your email address will not be published. Lt. Col. Bruce P. Crandall Official military photo, 1965. You can cancel at any time. Despite the fact that the landing zone was still under relentless enemy fire, Major Crandall landed and proceeded to supervise the loading of seriously wounded soldiers aboard his aircraft. Crandall served as an aviation consultant during filming in 2001. He was a proud graduate of the University of Iowa where he received a business degree (accounting) in 1961. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. He was to be aviation and engineering adviser to Argentina, but the assignment did not take place as Crandall suffered a stroke which ended his flying career. Bruce was born on Oct. 4, 1934, at home in Fayette, Iowa. Bruce Crandall of Monticello passed away on February 4, 2020; though his last years were marked with many health challenges, Bruce passed peacefully and was surrounded by family. would like to extend their deep appreciation to all who went above and beyond Major Crandalls voluntary decision to land under the most extreme fire instilled in the other pilots the will and spirit to continue to land their own aircraft, and in the ground forces the realization that they would be resupplied and that friendly wounded would be promptly evacuated. Major Bruce Crandall distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism as a Flight Commander in the Republic of Vietnam while serving with Company A, 229th Assault Helicopter Battalion, 1st Cavalry Division (Airmobile). Bruce graduated from West Union High School in 1953. He served as the City Treasurer for 14 years. [3] He began to pilot Cessna L-19 Bird Dogs and de Havilland Canada DHC-2 Beavers in Alaska for military topographic studies. Bruce died unexpectedly on December 12, 2021, at the exact age of 79. The importance of saying "I love you" during COVID-19, Effective ways of dealing with the grieving process, Solutions to show your sympathy safely during the Covid-19 pandemic. Grau Funeral Homes, Inc. 2018 All Rights Reserved, Our professional and caring staff is dedicated to working with your family to provide assistance in selecting high quality and affordable funeral services, Our professional and caring staff is dedicated to working with your family to provide assistance in selecting high quality and affordable funeral services during a time, Betty Jean Converse, Postville, Iowa, December 28, 2022, Donald Maynard Larson, Elkader, Iowa, April 21, 2023, Kenneth Edwin Mittelstadt, Elgin, Iowa, April 21, 2023, Arlene Miller, West Union, Iowa, April 21, 2023, Donald Dean Webster, Elgin, Iowa, November 24, 2021, Joseph Anthony Vlazny, Farmersburg, Iowa, February 5, 2021, Dorothy J. Anderson, Elgin, Iowa, February 22, 2021. [13], On April 15, 2011, Crandall was inducted as an honorary member of 1st Squadron, 6th Cavalry Regiment. Bruce also leaves behind many beloved nieces, nephews, cousins, neighbors and friends, all of whose lineage is precisely mapped and connected somehow to the Crandall family tree. Later that year, he would command the 1st Cavalry Division's Company A, 229th Assault Helicopter Battalion at An Khe, Vietnam. By the end of the Vietnam War, he had flown more than 900 combat missions. For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty: Major Bruce P. Crandall distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism as a Flight Commander in the Republic of Vietnam, while serving with Company A, 229th Assault Helicopter Battalion, 1st Cavalry Division (Airmobile). Bruce also spent part of every weekday at the Mad Science of the Mid-Hudson office, where his laughter would brighten the day for his son and daughter-in-laws office staff. BRUCE CRANDALL OBITUARY BRUCE PERRY CRANDALL II, 24, loving son, family member, and friend passed away January 30, 2023. Funeral service is Saturday April 29, 2023 10:30 am at Greenbrier Church. Lives in Manchester. Edit Search New Search Filters (1) To get better results, add more information such as Birth Info, Death Info and Locationeven a guess will help. He was also a member of the West Union Industrial Development Corporation which was instrumental in bringing in new business and jobs to West Union. Bruce was born on October 4, 1934, at home in Fayette, Iowa. Oklahoma Gov. Early in his life, he played the drums in a However, his proudest accomplishment was the West Union Recreation Center. Bruce served in the army and was stationed in Okinawa from 1958-1959. He passed away April 25, 2023. graduated from Granville High School, class of 1970. They moved to Yonkers in 1992 and then to Goshen in 2003 where he joined the First Presbyterian Church of Goshen. Major Crandall then decided to adjust his base of operations to Artillery Firebase Falcon in order to shorten the flight distance to deliver ammunition and evacuate wounded soldiers. Crandall was promoted to colonel on April 15, 2010, more than 30 years after retiring from the army, in recognition of his accomplishments and receiving the Medal of Honor. Bruce graduated from Granville High School, class of 1970. Rosary for Bruce and you as well. In 2004, Crandall was inducted into the Army Aviation Hall of Fame. Ed W. "Too Tall" Freeman (November 20, 1927 - August 20, 2008) was a United States Army helicopter pilot who received the United States military's highest decoration, the Medal of Honor, for his actions in the Battle of Ia Drang during the Vietnam War.During the battle, he flew through gunfire numerous times, bringing supplies to a trapped American battalion and flying dozens of wounded . "Providing guidance and support in your time of need". [9], Crandall refueled and flew to the area. He was obsessed with the descendants of Elder John Crandall, who emigrated from Wales to Massachusetts Bay Colony in 1634 only to be expelled and become one of the seven men named in the charter of the Colony of Providence Plantation and Rhode Island in 1664. Using the call sign "Ancient Serpent 6," he led a flying unit supporting eight battalions on the ground. Born in Olympia. Death, Burial, Cemetery & Obituaries. The family Born on July In retirement, Bruce remained in perpetual motion. Save my name for the next time I comment. On February 26, 2007, Crandall was awarded the Medal of Honor by President George Bush for his actions at the Battle of la Drang. Mills passed away March 30, 2013, at age 74. [3] In his final army assignment, he served as senior engineer adviser to the California Army National Guard. 1. responders, police, paramedics, 911 operators, neighbors; Ed and Sue, Lona and Born on July 24, 1951, in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late Clayton Crandall and the late Dorothy (Harding) Gamache. band with his bandmates. Search recent US obituaries and condolences. He learned that the pick-up zone was surrounded by trees on three sides, and he was told that the Medevac had refused to land there. Visitation will be on Friday, December 17, at Donovan's Funeral Home in Goshen from 4:00 to 7:00 PM. China Relief Expedition (Boxer Rebellion), COPYRIGHT 2023 CONGRESSIONAL MEDAL OF HONOR SOCIETY. South America was supposed to be his next assignment, and he and Arlene attended the Defense Language Institute, Monterey, CA. His actions provided critical resupply of ammunition and evacuation of the wounded. Born on July 24, 1951, in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late Clayton Crandall. Estela I am so sorry for your loss. GLENS FALLS - Bruce E. Crandall, 71, of Glens Falls, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, April 11, 2023. Please accept Echovita's sincere condolences. 2 Trees, Flowers, or Condolences have been shared with support of Bruce's family -. His high school senior quote was: Without music, life would be a mistake.. Bruce E. Crandall, 71, of Glens Falls, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, He was born October 18, 1948 in Houlton, the son of Colby and Jean. . Photos from the Festival of the Arts in OKC. Students will recognize heroic actions in civilian and military circumstances and reflect on how their personal decisions can have an impact far greater than they might initially imagine. to provide comfort and ease at this very difficult time. Every memory left on the online obituary will be automatically included in the book. The Crandalls live in Manchester, Wash. We pride ourselves in providing you experienced, professional and dedicated funeral home services. He negotiated to purchase the 40 acres that house the park in 1999. After his first medical evacuation, Major Crandall continued to fly into and out of the landing zone throughout the day and into the evening. My late husband Ed Oakman was a close friend of Bruces from Granville High School. Bruce also leaves behind many beloved nieces, nephews, cousins, neighbors and friendsall of whose lineage is precisely mapped and connected somehow to the Crandall family tree. Bruce graduated from West Union High School in 1953. GLENS FALLS Bruce E. Crandall, 71, of Glens Falls, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, April 11, 2023. Today, the park is home to soccer fields, baseball fields, basketball courts, a walking trail, fishing lake, playgrounds and shelters where families can meet and enjoy one another. Family and friends are coming together online to create a special keepsake. After service in the U.S. Navy, Bruce returned to Monticello, where he met his wife of 40 years, Joyce (Reuvers) of Faribault. The White House, presented by President George W. Bush. Many generations of 7th grade students fondly remember his extensive slide show presentations on the historical markers of New York State, his collection of Time Magazine covers and the Joy City project they worked on while in his class. Bruce J. Crandall, 83, entered heavens gate on Tuesday, December 5, 2017. (71 years old). Bruce also had a huge heart for his country and his community. Biography: Retired Lt. Col. Crandall is a veteran Master Army Aviator in both fixed-wing aircraft and helicopters. Love, 24, 1951, in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late Clayton Crandall and the [9], After an assignment in Colorado, Crandall attended the Armed Forces Staff College. He also identified the grave sites of nearly all the members of the 114th New York State Volunteer Infantry (his great-grandfathers regiment) and those of the 124th New York State Volunteers - the Orange Blossoms of local fame. Please visit www.omanfh.com for more information. [6], Crandall and Freeman were also credited with flying in the ammunition needed for the 7th Cavalry to survive. Crandall's exploits (along with those of many others) at the Battle of Ia Drang, are depicted in the 1992 book We Were Soldiers OnceAnd Young (by Harold G. Moore and Joseph L. Galloway), and in the related 2002 movie, We Were Soldiers, where he is portrayed by Greg Kinnear. He was happiest when serving others and spending time with his family. While working at the Gettysburg College dining hall, he reprimanded a beautiful woman for the offense of sneaking an extra salad. Bruce E. Crandall Most Popular Whitehall motorcyclist killed in Fort Ann crash Police: Queensbury woman drove drunk with child in her vehicle Vermont woman arrested following car trouble in. During the battle he flew 22 missions(in one of the aircraft, then flew 6-8 different aircraft for a true mission total of 70-80 missions) in an unarmed helicopter into enemy fire to bring ammunition and supplies and evacuate the wounded . U.S. Army Major Bruce P Crandall was presented the Medal of Honor for military valor during the Vietnam War. This corruption forced the development of his quick wit and wonderful sense of humor, and instilled in him the optimism and enthusiasm that became essential parts of his personality. If you have questions or comments about any of the information found on this page, please let us know by email or telephone. They were married for 60 years. A Memorial Service will be held at the First Presbyterian Church of Goshen on Saturday, December 18 at 1:00 PM. Crandall's first overseas flying assignment was to Wheelus AFB in Tripoli, Libya, mapping the desert for two years flying YU-1 Otter, L-20 Beaver, L-19 Birddog and H-23 Raven aircraft as an instructor pilot and unit test pilot. Bruce returned to Farragut Middle School year after year to present lessons on Women in American History and genealogy, during which he proudly outlined his connection to his famous ancestor, Prudence Crandall (third cousin four times removed). He is survived by : his wife Estela Tumaque-Crandall; his sister-in-law Nemia Tumaque-Holmes-Golden; and his siblings, Sheryl Wilson (Claude) of Illinois, Deborah Rozell (Fred) of Granville, Adrian Crandall (Sandy) of Sevierville, TN, Christine Hall of Hudson Falls, Corby Crandall of Glens Falls and Larry Crandall (Gabrielle) of Glens Falls. Write your message of sympathy today. After leaving California, he and his wife Arlene LouiseShaffer moved to Mesa, Arizona, where he worked for 17 years in the Public Works Department, the last four as the public works manager. He passed peacefully surrounded by family. Add a photo or a video There is no photo or video of Bruce Crandall. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. (Bud) Foote; brothers, Eldon, Ron, and Dan Crandall; sister-in-law, Marilyn Darnall, and brothers-in-law, Max Darnall and Robert Russell. for Spanish language training in preparation for an Argentine Aviation and Engineering advisor assignment that wasn't to be (a stroke sidelined him and ended his flying career); after recovery he went to Caracas, Venezuela, as the Defense Mapping Agency's director for the Interamerican Geodetic Survey. Bruce was a committed and active member of the Peekskill United Methodist Church for over 20 years. In Bangkok, Thailand, he would become a Facility Engineer managing 3,800 people. Visitation was held on Tuesday, April 18th 2023 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. (68 Main St, Hudson Falls, NY 12839). During high school he mixed cement, set pins at the bowling alley, had a paper route and delivered milk. Receive obituaries from the city or cities of your choice. He was born to Grace (Swale) and Theodore Crandall. Required fields are marked *. Born in 1933,. This lesson can be completed by students independently, with optional collaboration in a virtual learning environment. accomplishments included working at General Electric Co. in Fort Edward, the He subsequently served as deputy chief of staff, deputy installation commander, and commander of the 5th Engineer Combat Battalion, all at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. Your email address will not be published. He returned to refuel and shut down for the night when he learned that a company was in heavy enemy contact and had 12 wounded soldiers who needed evacuation. April 11, 2023 In his final Army assignment, he served as senior engineer advisor to the California Army National Guard. "It was the longest day I ever experienced in any aircraft," he said. ~ All members of our staff are caring and experienced professionals who believe that each family deserves to have their needs and requests honored. Bruce also spent part of every weekday at the Mad Science of the Mid-Hudson office, where his laughter would brighten the day for his son and daughter-in-law's office staff. He helped to develop air-assault tactics as a platoon leader while assigned to the 11th Air Assault Division. Assignments: Infantry Basic; Engineering Amphibious Training; Leadership School; Engineer Officer Candidate School; fixed wing flight training at Gary AFB, TX; 1st graduating class of advanced flight school at Camp Rucker, AL; 30th Topographic Group, Presidio of San Francisco; 30th Topographic Group, Arctic Slope; Helicopter School, Gary AFB, TX; Advanced Helicopter Training, Camp Rucker, AL; 30th Topo Gp at Presidio of San Francisco; Wheelus AFB, Libya; 4th Eng Battalion, 4th Infantry Division at Ft. Lewis, WA; Engineer Advanced Course at Ft. Belvoir; back to 4th Engineer Battalion; Interamerican Geodetic Survey at Howard AFB, Panama; Interamerican Geodetic Survey at Costa Rica; 11th Air Assault Division platoon commander helping develop Army's new "airmobility" concept; 18th ABN Corps liaison for air assault in the Dominican Republic Expeditionary Force; Company Commander of A Company of the 229th as the 11th Air Assault Division (Test) became the 1st CAV (Airmobile), Ft. Benning, GA; 229th at An Khe, Vietnam, in support of eight battalions; Commander of Special Troops at Ft. Carson, CO; Armed Forces Staff College, Norfolk, VA; HQ 1st CAV at An Khe; 1/9 CAV at An Khe; University of Nebraska; Bangkok, Thailand as a Facility Engineer; Deputy Chief of Staff for Ft. Leonard Wood, MO; Commander, 5th Engineer Battalion also at Ft. Leonard Wood; Defense Language Institute, Monterey, CA. [17] Ashley Miller said that the University of Washington already had many monuments to "rich, white men"; she claimed to have partial Sioux ancestry. call Tuesday, April 18, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Carleton Funeral He led over 900 combat missions during two tours in Vietnam. GLENS FALLS - Bruce E. Crandall, 71, of Glens Falls, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, April 11, 2023. Biography: Retired Lt. Col. Crandall is a veteran Master Army Aviator in both fixed-wing aircraft and helicopters. cousins and close friends. The average age of a Crandall family member is 74. On Nov. 14, 1965, Crandall led the first major division operation of airmobile troops into Landing Zone X-Ray in Vietnam's Ia Drang Valley and is credited with evacuating some 70 wounded comrades with his wing man and fellow Medal of Honor recipient MAJ Ed Freeman. As Major Crandall flew back to Plei Me, his base of operations, he determined that the ground commander of the besieged infantry battalion desperately needed more ammunition. United States Army Medal of Honor recipient, University of Washington Medal of Honor Memorial, Learn how and when to remove this template message, List of Medal of Honor recipients for the Vietnam War, "Medal of Honor recipient receives promotion to colonel 30 years after retirement", "Medal of Honor, Vietnam War Major Bruce P. Crandall", United States Army Center of Military History, "Vietnam hero on film gets highest honor for valor", "Mjr. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Bruce E. Crandall of Glens Falls, New York, who passed away at the age of 71, on April 11, 2023. It is with great sadness that the family of Bruce Thorne Crandall announce his passing. He had to use several helicopters throughout the day because each aircraft became badly damaged. The Olympia High School Baseball Field was named after Lt. Col. Crandall in a ceremony during the 2003 season. Here is Bruce Crandall's obituary. After retiring from the army, Crandall earned a master's degree in public administration from Golden Gate University in 1977. Crandall retired from the Army in 1977 as a lieutenant colonel. For this mission, he was based at Howard Air Force Base, Panama, and Costa Rica. Special thanks to first responders, police, paramedics, 911 operators, neighbors: Ed and Sue, Lona and Pete, special friends: Paul and Rosie, and Father Tony Childs from St. Michael the Archangel Church in South Glens Falls. 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[15][16] Some people did not believe that the resolution's sponsor had fully addressed the financial and logistical problems of installing a memorial, and some were questioning the assumption that all warriors and acts of war are automatically worthy of memorialization. Major Crandall's voluntary decision to land under the most extreme fire instilled in the other pilots the will and spirit to continue to land their own aircraft, and in the ground forces the realization that they would be resupplied and that friendly wounded would be promptly evacuated. Bruce was born on October 4, 1934, at home in Fayette, Iowa. That day he completed a total of 22 flights, most under intense enemy fire, retiring from the battlefield only after all possible service had been rendered to the Infantry battalion. To minimize the chances of hitting the trees, he decided to descend vertically. After five months in the hospital, with a broken back and other injuries, he resumed his career as a student earning a bootstrap degree through the University of Nebraska in 1969.