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Francis Crippen Obituary

FRANCIS W. CRIPPEN
July 10, 1916 ~ February 19, 2011
"He was a loving grandpa and friend."

Francis W. Crippen, 94, of Vancouver, WA, passed away on Feb. 19, 2011. He was born in Lyons, NE on July 10, 1916 to Samuel and Caroline Crippen.
Francis served in the United States Army during World War II.
He enjoyed gardening and volunteering for Meals on Wheels.
Francis is survived by his daughter, Betty Smith of Kelso, WA; grandsons, Dale Barto and Bruce Barto of Kelso; granddaughter, Brenda Godbey of Iowa; sister, Venola Kohl of Wyoming; nine great-grandchildren; and nine great-great-grandchildren; and special friend, Inez Olin.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Eleanor; parents; and sister, Lila Mae Kerns.
Special thanks to the staff at Cascade Inn for the care and love they gave to grandpa.
A memorial service will be held on Mon., Feb. 28, 2011 at 12:30 p.m. at Evergreen Memorial Gardens.
Please sign his guest book at: www.columbian.com/obits.

Published by The Columbian on Feb. 22, 2011.
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February 26, 2011

Francis was my wife Shirley's only uncle. He was a very warm and honest person and we will miss him dearly. He is our American Hero as he served our country as an American soldier. I will never forget the Sunday pot roast dinners at his house in Vancouver, as he was a cook & chef for most of his working career. He loved to grow berries, fruits & veggies in his wonderful gardens. We love you Francis and miss your warm smile and the many lunches we had over the years.

Jon & Shirley Crew and family

shirley crew

February 26, 2011

Francis was one of our favorite customers at Carrows Restaurant. We always enjoyed sitting down and talking with him. He was a kind and gentle soul. He will be missed by all those who knew him.

Gary Cornett

February 24, 2011

It was an honor to know Francis. He was the beloved companion of our Mom, Inez Olin. He was a true gentleman and made her life, the past few years, so enjoyable. We so looked forward to our visits with him, and he will be missed by the whole Olin family.
Our memories will be many and we extend sincere sympathy to his family.

Denny and Kathy Olin

February 23, 2011

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