GayLynne Crane

GayLynne Crane
Richfield, Utah

     GayLynne Jensen Crane passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her family, on March 11, 2025, at the age of 78. GayLynne was born December 14, 1946, in Richfield, to Lorna Dean Lorensen and Tell Ogilvie Jensen. Her life was filled with love, service, and family. 
     GayLynne grew up in a loving home and a community of extended family. She was the fifth child and second daughter of seven children. GayLynne was loved and adored by her parents and siblings. She was known as the towhead tomboy of the family. Her youth was filled with countless happy hours racing her cousins, both boys and girls, and riding horses. Spending time with extended family was the highlight of her younger years. 
     GayLynne graduated from Richfield High School, Class of 1965. She met her sweetheart, William “Bill” Crane, on graduation night at the bowling alley. They were engaged a year later. Shortly after their engagement, Bill was deployed to Panama. While he was away, GayLynne finished her associate’s degree at Snow College, then enjoyed visiting and living with many different family members. She also spent this time developing her artistic talents, which she would share throughout her life.
     On March 1, 1968, Bill and GayLynne were married and sealed for time and all eternity in the Manti Temple. They hoped to honeymoon in Key West, on Army assignment, but their plans were called off when Bill was ordered to Korea for a year. While Bill was overseas, GayLynne continued living with family members and waiting for her new husband to return safely home. Upon their joyful reunion, the newlyweds moved to Logan, to continue their education. After graduation, Bill and GayLynne returned to Richfield to start a family. 
     Before being blessed with her children, GayLynne was the favorite aunt and babysitter to many nieces and nephews who still love and adore her. She was soon blessed with three children of her own, to whom she dedicated her life. 
     GayLynne was a fun mom; she attended baseball and softball games, dance recitals, wrestling matches, football games, gymnastics meets, and more. She taught her children the value of hard work and how to raise a family. 
     GayLynne never stopped learning and developing new talents. Earning her Cosmetology degree allowed her opportunities to connect with people, help support her family, run her own business, and continue her artistic pursuits. She also earned her CNA certification and enjoyed working in the physical therapy office. 
     GayLynne has a very strong testimony of the Gospel and love for her Savior, Jesus Christ. Bill and GayLynne served a mission in Adam-ondi-Ahman for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. GayLynne loved serving in the Relief Society, Primary, and Young Women’s organizations of the Church and singing with the choir. 
     Grandchildren were the highlight of GayLynne’s life. The past 28 years have been dedicated to loving, serving, and enjoying them. Each grandchild’s arrival brought more love and more joy! She treasured being grandma! Her grandchildren have been showered with love, time, and quilts by their grandma! 
     Quilting was GayLynne’s favorite hobby and artistic endeavor. For the past few years, much of her free time has been spent creating quilts and giving them away. She made some of her best friends and favorite memories while quilting. 
     GayLynne is survived by her three children: Kimberly (Matthew) Robinson, Tooele; Kelly (Rochelle) Crane, Richfield; Sara (Stephen) Howard, River Heights; 12 grandchildren, one great-granddaughter and another on the way; siblings: Garth (Pat) Jensen, Marylene Naser, and Bryce (Julie) Jensen; sisters-in-law: LaRue Nielson, Kathleen Crawford. She was preceded in death by her loving husband and eternal companion, Bill; her parents; and siblings: Robert Nielson, Elaine (Murrell) Lyman, KayDon Jensen, and Don Naser. 
     Funeral services will be held Monday, March 17, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. in the Richfield 9th Ward Chapel, 159 N 400 W. Viewings will be Sunday, March 16, 2025, from 6:00-7:00 p.m. at the Magleby Mortuary in Richfield and Monday morning prior to services at the church from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Interment will be in the Richfield City Cemetery. Live streaming of the services and online guestbook can be found at www.maglebymortuary.com. Funeral Directors: Magleby Mortuary, Richfield, Salina and Manti.