Connie L Crane

   Connie L. Crane, 71, of Indianapolis passed away Thursday, March 7, 2024 at Franciscan Health Indianapolis.

  She was born February 18, 1953 in Shelbyville to William “Eddie” E. Crane and Frances “Pat” (Surber) Crane. 

   Connie graduated from Shelbyville High School in 1971.

  She was active in TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) where she served as a Chapter Officer, Area Captain, and State Coordinator.

  Connie was also a former district manager for The Shelbyville News.  She was an active volunteer for the Salvation Army and the Humble Impressions Thrift Shop. Connie was very charitable.  She had a big heart and would do anything to help others. 

  Connie is survived by her cousins, Patti (husband, Robert) Feller, Sam (wife, Marcia) Reed, and Cathy (husband, David) Justice, and her best friend, Ellen Ashcraft.

  She was preceded in death by her parents, and infant brother.

  A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m., Friday, March 15, 2024 at Forest Hill Cemetery, 704 Morris Ave., Shelbyville, IN. 46176  with Envoy Shannon Benner officiating.

  A Celebration of Life will be held Wednesday, March 27, 2024 at 1 p.m. at the Salvation Army, 136 E. Washington St., Shelbyville, IN. 46176.

  Memorial contributions may be sent to TOPS Club, Inc, P.O. Box 070360, Milwaukee, WI 53207-0360 or to the Shelbyville Salvation Army, 136 East Washington St., Shelbyville, IN 46176.

  Funeral Directors, Greg Parks, Sheila Parks, Stuart Parks, and Darin Schutt are honored to Connie’s family.

  Online condolences may be shared at www.murphyparks.com.