Alumni

Alphabetical Alumni

Crandall, Lewis

Lewis Crandall

Class of 1916. Lewis Crandall. Graduated from Brigham Young High School, Commercial Department, in 1916. Source 1: 1916 BYU Banyan yearbook, BYH section, about 23 pages, not numbered. ~ ~ ~ ~ Class of 1916. Lewis Crandall. He received a BYH Business Education Diploma in 1916. Source 2: Annual Record, B.Y. University, Book 7, page 420.

Crandall, Myron L.

Myron Crandall

Collegiate Grad of BYH, Class of 1917. Myron L. Crandall. He received an AB Degree in Botany in 1917. Source: Annual Report, B.Y. University, Book 10, page 62.

Crandell, Joseph Rufus [not Crandall,]
Winslow, Arizona US

Rufus and Laverne Crandell

Class of 1913. J. Rufus Crandall [actually Joseph Rufus Crandell]. Graduated from Brigham Young High School, in the Music Department. Source: 1913 BYU Banyan yearbook, BYH section, pages 63-81. ~ ~ ~ ~ Class of 1913. J. Rufus Crandell. He received a BYH Music Diploma in 1913. Source: Annual Record, B.Y. University, Book 7, page 301. ~ ~ ~ ~ J. Rufus Crandell was born on August 11, 1892 in Woodruff, Navajo County, Arizona. His parents were Albert William Crandell and Sarah McCleve Crandell. He married Laverne Richards. She was born on August 22, 1897 in Joseph City, Navajo County, Arizona. They were married in 1922. She died on June 18, 1984 in Winslow, Navajo County, Arizona. J. Rufus Crandell died on February 10, 1960. ~ ~ ~ ~ Every year a "J. Rufus Crandell Award" is presented to a student at Snowflake Junior High School.

Crane, Florence

Florence Crane

Class of 1921 ~ Honorary. Florence Crane. Member of the Class of 1921 as a freshman in 1918.

Crane, Jennie

Jennie Crane

Class of 1913. Jennie Crane. Graduated from Brigham Young High School in 1913. Name on list, but no photo. Source 1: 1913 BYU Banyan yearbook, BYH section, pages 63-81. ~ ~ ~ ~ Class of 1913. Jennie Crane [not Craue]. She received a BYH Music Diploma in 1913. Source 2: Annual Record, B.Y. University, Book 7, page 47.

Crane, Olive

Olive Crane

Class of 1923. Olive Crane. She received a BYH Normal Diploma in 1923. Source: Annual Record, B.Y. University, Book 10, page 430.

Cranney, June
Pleasant Grove, Utah US

June & Jesse Monson

Class of 1937. June Cranney. Notre Maison. German Club, Secretary. ~ ~ ~ ~ HER OBITUARY: June Cranney Monson, 95, of Pleasant Grove, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 25, 2014. June was born June 14, 1919 in Ogden, Utah the daughter of Frank Philander Cranney and Eliza Jane Kingston Cranney. She was the youngest of twelve children. June lived on a ranch in Star Valley, Wyoming for a big part of her early years. She graduated from BY High School in Provo, Utah in 1937. She also attended BYU. She met Jesse H. Monson who had served as a missionary with her brother Dick. They were married in the Salt Lake Temple on September 18, 1940. They were married for 63 years when Jess passed away on October 4, 2003. After their marriage Jess and June lived in various places around the country due to Jess serving in the military. They finally settled in Pleasant Grove in 1946 after having moved seventeen times in five years. Jess founded a successful insurance business with June working by his side. They made many dear and lasting friendships over the years. June was an avid quilter and made beautiful quilts for each of her children and grandchildren. She served faithfully in many callings in the Church throughout the years. Her family and Church are the most important parts of her life. She was a wonderful mother and grandmother and was always so helpful and caring to everyone. June is survived by her six children, Tom (Mary); twins Mary Evans (Dean); Martha Craghead (Bob); Judy Turpin (Ed); Becky Palmer (Mike, deceased); and Jodi Bezzant (Howard). She has 33 grandchildren, 73 great-grandchildren and 16 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two granddaughters: Elena Palmer and Carrie Evans Andersen, and by all eleven siblings. Funeral services will be held Thursday, July 31, 2014 at 11:00 am in the Timpanogos Sixth Ward Chapel, 315 East 500 North, Pleasant Grove. Family and friends may attend a viewing Wednesday evening from 6-8 pm at Olpin Family Mortuary, 494 South 300 East, Pleasant Grove and at the church on Thursday one hour prior to services. Interment will be in the Pleasant Grove City Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.olpinmortuary.com [Provo Daily Herald, Sunday, July 27, 2014] Source.

Craven, Charles Moore
4483 Forrest Green Dr.
Ogden, Utah 84403 US

Charles Craven

Class of 1946. Charles Moore Craven. He graduated from BYH on May 23, 1946. Source: 1946 BYH Graduation Exercises Program.

Craven, Helen
Ogden, Utah US

Helen and Bruce Dabling

Class of 1940. Helen Craven. Opera. Girls' Athletic Association. Fauvines. Notre Maison. She married Bruce Dabling, BYH Class of 1941. ~ ~ ~ ~ HER OBITUARY: Helen Craven Dabling, 79, beloved wife, mother and grandmother, died Monday, May 13, 2002 at the LDS Hospital in Salt Lake City. She was born Aug. 29, 1922, in Provo, a daughter of Ralph Craven and Esther Moore. She graduated from B. Y. High and married Dr. Bruce R. Dabling, her high school sweetheart, on Feb. 14, 1944 in Provo. She was a member of the Trinity Presbyterian Church, where she was an ordained Elder and Deacon. She served as Sunday School Superintendent, and in the Stevens Ministry. She was an active member of the PTA, holding state and local offices. She also served on the Governor's Child Safety committee for many years. She was active in establishing educational opportunities for the handicapped. Along with her husband, she was an active member of the Holiday Ramblers Travel Club. Helen's happiest times were when she was traveling and spending time with her family and friends. Surviving are her husband of Ogden; daughter Niki Rae (Jack Marcure) Upchurch, Fresno, California; sons Charles (Jeri) Centerville; Ralph (Mary Jo), South Jordan; John and Paul, both of Ogden. 13 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one brother, Charles. Funeral services were held Friday, May 17, at Trinity Presbyterian Church, Ogden, Utah. Interment, Provo City Cemetery. [Provo Daily Herald, May 16, 2002] ~ ~ ~ ~ HER HUSBAND'S OBITUARY: HIS OBITUARY: Bruce Ray Dabling, December 2, 1921 to February 2, 2018. Dr. Bruce Ray Dabling, 96, peacefully returned to the God who gave him life Friday February 2, 2018, in South Jordan, Utah. A Wworld War II veteran, pioneering optometrist, and devoted husband and father, he passed away surrounded by family members who love him. Bruce was raised in Provo where he attended BY High, met his high school sweetheart and future wife, Helen (whom he affectionately called "Shapey"), and developed his lifelong love for BYU. At BY High, Bruce was known for his academic achievement, athletic prowess, and raging six-pack abs that would make his wife-to-be swoon and his grandsons jealous. Bruce earned his wings and served honorably in the Army Air Forces during the Second World War, primarily training pilots serving on the European and Pacific fronts. Bruce was traveling home one weekend from training when he was told along the way that he was heading to his own wedding that his bride-to-be had planned without his knowledge. Bruce readily agreed, and the two were happily married 58 years before she passed away in 2002. Following the war, Bruce and Helen began their family, and he earned his doctorate in optometry from Pacific University. He later opened his own practice in Ogden where he cared for patients for 38 years and helped pioneer the use of contact lenses and other innovative procedures that benefited the Ogden community. Ogden was Bruce's home for nearly 60 years. He and Helen were active in the community, cheering on the Wildcats and leading several efforts to aid local schools, the Presbyterian Church, and individuals with disabilities. Healthy till his final year, he cared for friends in his neighborhood, visited nearby widows, and shoveled their driveways. He is preceded in death by his parents Ray and Lora Dabling, his wife, Helen, and his daughter Nikkie. He is survived by his sons Charlie (Jeri), Ralph (Mary Jo), Paul, and John, 13 grandchildren, and 23 great-grandchildren. He was a mountain of a man and the sturdy pillar of the Dabling family. He was singularly devoted to his family through his last days. He will be celebrated by all who were blessed by his expert eye care, the richness of his laugh, or the depth and steadiness of his love. He died with dignity, and those he loved are living witnesses to the goodness of his life. His funeral was held on Thursday, February 8, 2018 at Wasatch Presbyterian Church, 1626 South 1700 East, Salt Lake City, Utah. Interment, Provo City Cemetery. Condolences for the family may be left at wasatchlawn.com Source: Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park and Mortuary, February 6, 2018.

Craven, Keith

Keith Craven

Class of 1938. Keith Craven. Boys' Athletic Club. Drama. International Club.

Craven, Percy Howard
Rexburg, Idaho US

Percy and Anna Craven

Class of 1910. Percy Craven. Graduated from Brigham Young High School in 1910, in the High School Department. He was elected President of the Class of 1910. Source 1: 1910 BYU Banyan, BYH section, list on p. 83. ~ ~ ~ ~ Source 2: Annual Record, B. Y. University (BYU Records Office), Book 3, page 187. ~ ~ ~ ~ Percy Howard Craven was born September 8, 1885 in Lower Gate, Longwood, Yorkshire, England. His parents were John William Craven [1852-1912, son of James Craven and Ann Rhodes] and Frances Hartley [1852-1895, daughter of David Hartley and Betsy Schofield (Scholefield) ]. He married Anna Marie Mathisen on September 11, 1916 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Anna Marie was born on November 21, 1888 in Ovid, Bear Lake County, Idaho. Her parents were Michael Mathisen and Carolina Johansen [Bodin]. She died on July 5, 1974 in Rexburg, Idaho. Her interment, Provo, Utah. He died on January 10, 1942 in Rexburg, Idaho. Interment, Provo City Cemetery, Utah. The 1910 census record for Provo shows that Percy and his brother were living with his mother's sister, Mary Hartley Bland.

Cravens, Phyllis
El Monte, California US

Phyllis & Sylvan Wanlass

Class of 1918. Phyllis Cravens [not Cravers]. Business Department. She graduated Monday Evening, May 27, 1918. Source: 1918 Graduation Program. ~ ~ ~ ~ Second source: 1918 BYU Banyan, High School section, pages 60-79. ~ ~ ~ ~ Class of 1918. Phyllis Cravens. She received a BYH Commercial Diploma in 1918. Source 3: Annual Record, B.Y. University, Book 10, page 12. ~ ~ ~ ~ Phyllis Cravens was born February 17, 1898 in Payson, Utah. She died November 8, 1974 in El Monte, California. Her parents: William Thomas Cravens & Medora Daniels Cravens. She married Sylvan George Wanlass on May 18, 1921 in the St. George Temple, Utah.

Crawford, Carl

Carl Crawford

Class of 1925. Carl Crawford. Source: 1925 BYU Banyan yearbook, BYH section.

Crawford, Charles N.

Charles Crawford

Classes of 1915 and 1916. Charles N. Crawford. He received a BYH Normal Certificate in 1915. Source: Annual Record, B.Y. University, Book 8, page 378. ~ ~ ~ ~ Class of 1916. Charles N. Crawford. He received a BYH Normal Diploma in 1916. Source: Annual Record, B.Y. University, Book 8, page 378.

Crawford, Edwin Louis
Salt Lake City, Utah US

Edwin and Marguerite Crawford

Class of 1919. Edin L. Crawford [this appears to be Edwin L. Crawford]. He received a BYH Normal Diploma in 1919. Source: Annual Record, B.Y. University, Book 20, page 62. ~ ~ ~ ~ Collegiate Grad of BYU, Class of 1925. Edin L. Crawford (sic). Recieved a BS Degree in Education in 1925. Source: Annual Record, B.Y. University, Book 10, page 62. ~ ~ ~ ~ Edwin Louis Crawford was born on November 12, 1894 in Grand Junction, Colorado. His parents were John George Crawford and Maren Kerstine Sorensen Crawford. He married Marguerite Jeanette Davis on August 8, 1919. The 1920 Census shows them living in Beaver, Utah, in 1920. Edwin L. Crawford died on April 27, 1972 in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Crawford, Royce Kent
Provo, Utah

Kent Crawford

Class of 1959. Royce Kent Crawford. Drama, Science Club, Seminary Graduate, Key Club. [Deceased in 1991, buried in Provo City Cemetery.]

Crawford, William Galbraith
Rancho Palos Verdes, California US

William & Myrtle Crawford

Class of 1911. William G. Crawford, of Provo, Utah. Arts and Trades. An artist with talent and ambition. Likes to cartoon the latest fads for amusement, as well as to increase his collection of relics and souvenirs. The author of our cover design [BYU - 11's H.S. Year Book]. Source: BYHS Yearbook 1911. ~ ~ ~ ~ Source 2: Annual Record, B.Y. University (BYH Records Office), Book 4, p. 58. ~ ~ ~ ~ William Galbraith Crawford was born on January 21, 1894 in Salt Lake City, Utah. His parents were William Urie Charitan Crawford and Deborah Eugene Wilmot Crawford. W. G. Crawford married Myrtle Lucille Loveridge on February 19, 1918 in San Diego, California. William Galbraith Crawford died on September 13, 1978 at 5700 Ravenspur, Rancho Palos Verdes, Los Angeles County, California. His interment, Green Hills Cemetery, Rancho Palos Verdes, California.

Creer, Clara

Clara Creer

Class of 1923. Clara Creer. She received a BYH Normal Diploma in 1923. Source: Annual Record, B.Y. University, Book 10, page Clara Creer.

Creer, Iva

Iva Creer

Collegiate Grad of BYU, Class of 1924. Iva Creer. She received a BS Degree in Public Speaking in 1924. Source: Annual Record, B.Y. University, Book 10, page 316.

Creer, Lora

Lora Creer

Classes of 1917 and 1918. Lora Creer. She graduated from Brigham Young High School in 1917. Source 1: 1917 BYU Banyan yearbook, BYH section, pages 82-88. ~ ~ ~ ~ Class of 1917. Lora Creer. She received a High School Diploma in 1917. Source 2: Annual Record, B.Y. University, Book 8, page 185. ~ ~ ~ ~ Class of 1918. Lora Creer. She received a BYH Normal Certificate (1 year) in 1918. Source: Annual Record, B.Y. University, Book 8, page 185.

Creer, Patricia Ann
Riverton, Wyoming US

Pat & Robert/Harry Burton-Harnsberger

Class of 1948. Pat Creer. Girls Basketball 2. Cheerleader 1, 2. ~ ~ ~ ~ Patricia Creer first married Robert Lee Burton, Jr. Second married Harry Harnsberger, Jr. ~ ~ ~ ~ HER OBITUARY: Patricia Ann Harnsberger, 78, of Riverton, Wyoming, died Friday, January 30, 2009 at the Wyoming Medical Center in Casper. According to her wishes cremation will take place and private services will be held at a later date. Patricia Ann Creer was born March 23, 1930 in Provo, Utah to Lenn and Thelma (Greer) Creer. She graduated BYU High School and received her Bachelors from the Fine Arts University of Utah. She married Robert Lee Burton, Jr. Together they had three sons. He preceded her in death in 1962. She later married Harry Harnsberger, Jr. He preceded her in death in 1991. Patricia was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She served as a Primary Teacher and a MIA Live Performance Director. The family said their mother led a very active life and was active in fine arts and live performances for all of the communities in which she lived. She especially enjoyed painting, sculpting, and performing arts. Her hobbies included Alpine skiing, horseback riding, and ice skating throughout her life. She was a member of the Sports Car Club of America. Patricia lived in Provo, Utah for 33 years, Lander and Riverton for 31 years and 14 years in Phoenix, Arizona. She is survived by three sons: Robert Burton and his wife Lonnie, of Phoenix, Ariz., their son, Shon; Chris Burton and his wife Rosanne of Van Nuys, Calif., their children Lander, Elerie, and Taylor; and Michael Burton and his wife Loretta of Riverton, their children Quaila House and Jon Burton; a sister, Cathleen of Provo. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husbands, Robert Lee Burton, Jr. and Harry Harnsberger, Jr.; son Jon Burton in November of 1976; and granddaughter, Sasha Burton in September of 2000. On-line obituaries are available and condolences for the family may be made at: thedavisfuneralhome.com

Creer, Ruth

Ruth Creer

Class of 1920. Ruth Creer. She received a BYH Normal Certificate in 1920. Source: Annual Record, B.Y. University, Book 10, page 316.

Crismon, Maggie

Maggie Crismon

BY Academy High School Class of 1884. Maggie Crismon. Graduated Friday, June 13, 1884, with a Normal diploma. Source: Territorial Enquirer, Friday, June 13, 1884.

Critchley, Geraldine
Pocatello, Idaho US

Geraldine Critchley

Faculty & Staff Early 1960s, including 1962-64 - Physical Education & Health Teacher. Geraldine Critchley. ~ ~ ~ ~ HER OBITUARY: GERALDINE CRITCHLEY. Born March 13, 1933 to Ferris James and Lilian Florence Parkin Critchley in King Hill Idaho, the second of 5 children. Her first bed was a cardboard box in the kitchen of the family home. The open oven door provided the heat. She attended Roosevelt Elementary, Franklin Junior High, and Pocatello High School. After high school graduation she worked at the "Letter Shop" -- a printing shop -- where she learned to operate a printing press. This skill she put to good use when she was called to Finland on a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She spent most of her 2 year mission in the mission home printing the Book of Mormon in the Finish language. She also was able to travel through Europe and Russia at the conclusion of her mission. When she returned to Pocatello she enrolled at Idaho State University as a Physical Education Major. She achieved her Bachelor's Degree 4 years later. Upon graduation she accepted a teaching position at Brigham Young High School, in Provo Utah. Soon after this, Jerry's younger sister LaVonne lost her husband to a terminal illness. Jerry offered to have LaVonne and her infant son come and live with her in Provo, while LaVonne attended BYU. Upon LaVonne's graduation, they all moved back to Pocatello, where they both began careers in the Idaho Education system. Jerry was given the position of the Women's Physical Fitness Teacher, and later became the Athletic Director for the American Falls School District. At the time Jerry was the first female in the State to hold this position. She remained at American Falls School District until her retirement nearly 40 years later. She was also called to serve as the Relief Society President in her Ward in American Falls. Jerry was an avid Bowler, winning many titles and tournaments over the years. Jerry was very active and involved in the Idaho State Athletic Association, holding many leadership positions. Upon her retirement she had planned on traveling with her widowed mother Florence. However Mom was well into her 80's by this time so their travel plans had to be amended to shorter trips close to the Pocatello home they shared. She loved to spend time with her family in Island Park Idaho, camping at Macks Inn. Although she had no biological children, she was a wonderful, loving Aunt to her 14 Nieces and Nephews. She was integral in each of their educations in a variety of ways. She died September 14th, 2022, at the age of 89. Her entire life was consumed by her Faith, her Family, and all of the many students she inspired over the course of her life. A visitation was held on Sunday, September 18, 2022 from 6-8 p.m. at Wilks Colonial Chapel located at 2005 S. 4th Ave., Pocatello, ID Funeral service will be held Monday, September 19, 2022 at 11 a.m. at the LDS Church located at 954 E. Walnut Street, Pocatello, ID with a viewing one hour prior. Interment, Restlawn Memorial Gardens located at 2864 S. 5th Ave., Pocatello, ID. Condolences may be offered at www.wilkscolonialchapel.com Idaho State Journal, September 18, 2022

Crnkovic, Elin Wilhelmina
Austin, Texas US

Elin and David Sorensen

Class of 1961. Elin W. Crnkovic. Poetry Festival, Concert Band, Instrumental Music, Forensics, Dramatics, Model U.N., Hi-Steppers, All State Band, Instrumental Music Achievement Award, Senior Honor Panel, BYU Music Award, Honor Roll, Outstanding Girl Student, Seminary Graduate. ~ ~ ~ ~ Crnkovic Scholarship 2004: E. Elina Crnkovic, her daughter Elin Sorensen, and her son Peter Covey, have endowed a scholarship in memory of former School of Education faculty member John Crnkovic. The half-year, full-tuition scholarship benefits a student in the David O. McKay School of Education. Over the next three years, the family plans to increase the amount of the scholarship to help even more students. [Listed in 1961 Wildcat Yearbook under both Crnkovic and Crkovic. Crnkovic is correct.] ~ ~ ~ ~ BYU BA Humanities 1964. BYU MA Humanities 1970. Married David Sorensen. @2011 ~ ~ ~ ~ HER OBITUARY: Elin C. Sorensen, age 74, quietly passed away on September 24, 2017 at 10:33 pm in Seton NW hospital in Austin, Texas. The family wishes to thank the staff of Seton NW for their care and understanding as well as the kindness they showed in caring for Elin. Elin has both a BS and an MS in Sociology and an MSW. Elin went into the U.S. Army with a direct commission as a first lieutenant in Medical Services Corp and served as a Social Worker until retirement from the Army as a Major in 1993. After her retirement she served as a facilities inspector for Texas Child Protective Services for just over two years. In this capacity she was able to see many of the beautiful backroads of Texas. Elin had the gift of music and as long as her health permitted sang for pleasure and for various groups. She loved to read. She joined the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served as a missionary in France. Elin spent about two years with her parents in Ethiopia (when Haile Selasi was still Emperor). Elin traveled to many countries in Europe (over a dozen) and also traveled by bus from Ethiopia to South Africa and back again. Many of the countries through which she traveled now have different names. She also visited Korea, India, Australia and New Zealand. Elin served in the Army at multiple bases in the USA as well as in Germany and Japan. Her last assignment was at Fort Bliss in El Paso, Texas. She had a life-long love of Texas after being stationed at Fort Sam Houston in San Antonio, Texas. Elin was preceded in death by her mother and her father. She is survived by her brother Peter Covey, her husband David Sorensen, her son John Sorensen, her daughter Mary Ann Kinsey and 5 WONDERFUL grandchildren: Vitya Kinsey, Seth Sorensen, Chloe Sorensen, Scarlet Sorensen and Violet Sorensen. Elin was born in 1943 in Flint, Michigan, lived in Gila, Arizona until she was about 8 and then her family moved to Provo, Utah where her father was a professor. She attended BY High School, graduating in the Class of 1961. Then she received her BS and MS from Brigham Young University. This was followed by her MSW from the University of Utah. David and Elin were married in the Salt Lake Temple on September 6, 1968. She performed in multiple musicals and sang in the regional tryouts in Utah for the Metropolitan Opera. We could also mention many other things she did however, her greatest joy was her husband (married for 49 years as of September 6, 2017), her son and daughter, grandkids and the sweet relationship she had with the sisters in Shoal Creek Ward of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Her grandkids call her Mina. Her husband, son, daughter and her grandkids find that there is a great hole in their hearts because they miss her so much. But they are sustained by their faith in the Atonement of Jesus Christ and His resurrection. They also find comfort from the sweet whispering of the Spirit that fills them with gratitude for this angel who brightened their lives. They are also bourn up by the assurance that they will see her again. Now their task is to live so they can all be together forever. Her funeral service was held on Wednesday, October 4, 2017 at Cook Walden Funeral Home, 6100 North Lamar Blvd, Austin, Texas 78752. Interment, Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery in San Antonio, Texas. [Cook Walden Funeral Home, September 2017]