OBITUARY
Dr. Galen Glick Craun, Jr.
November 23, 1945 – February 1, 2017
Dr. Galen Glick Craun, Jr., 71, of Harrisonburg passed away on February 1, 2017 at the University of Virginia Medical Center in Charlottesville. He was born on November 23, 1945 in Richmond and was the son of the late Dr. Galen G. Craun, Sr. and Beulah Spencer Craun. Dr. Craun graduated from Turner Ashby High School in 1964 and received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Bridgewater College in 1968. He taught Biology at Fauquier High School from 1968-1971. He entered the University of Virginia, School of Medicine in 1971 and earned a doctorate of Medicine in 1974. Dr. Craun completed his surgical internship and orthopedic surgical residency at the Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, MD from 1974-1979. He served as assistant professor of orthopedic surgery at the Johns Hopkins Hospital from 1979-1981. He returned to Harrisonburg in 1981 where he practiced orthopedic surgery for 24 years as an active staff member of the Rockingham Memorial Hospital. He retired in 2005. Dr. Craun was a member of the Harrisonburg First Church of the Brethren and later the Bridgewater Church of the Brethren. He was also a member of the Medical Society of Virginia, Rockingham Medical Society, American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery, American Medical Association, National Board of Medical Examiners, American Board of Orthopedic Surgeons, the Lawn Society at UVA and the Founders Society at Bridgewater College. He is survived by his wife, the former, Susan Eleanor Logan, of Bridgewater. Also surviving are two sons, Galen G. Craun, III of Winston-Salem, NC and Austin L. Craun of Richmond; a brother, William A. Craun, II of Harrisonburg; a sister, Karen C. Kable of High Point, NC; four granddaughters, Katherine and Ashley Craun of Winston-Salem, NC and Campbell and Charlotte Craun of Richmond; a sister-in-law, Margaret Vincie and her husband, John of The Plains, VA. The family will receive friends from 6-8:00 pm, on Monday, February 6, 2017 at Lindsey Funeral Home in Harrisonburg. The casket will be closed. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 am, on Tuesday, February 7, 2017 at Bridgewater Church of the Brethren with the Rev. Jeff Carr officiating. Private burial will follow at Oak Lawn Cemetery in Bridgewater. The family would like to thank the medical staff at the University of Virginia Health System for their care, guidance and counsel. Memorial contributions may be made to Sentara-RMH Medical Center, c/o RMH Foundation, 2010 Health Campus Dr., Harrisonburg, VA 22801 or the Harrisonburg Rescue Squad, 1700 Reservoir St., Harrisonburg, VA 22801. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.lindseyharrisonburg.com.
Services
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Visitation
Monday, February 6, 2017
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Funeral Service
Tuesday, February 7, 2017
Memories
Dr. Galen Glick Craun, Jr.
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ADD A MEMORYBrenda Merica
February 7, 2017
Please tell Bill that I tried to get in touch with him concerning his brother and I have lost his phone number. I worked with him at Belk a few years ago and so enjoyed him. I met his brother a few times and enjoyed him whenever he came to shop. Please tell Bill that Brenda wants to get in touch with him. Please accept my sympathy. Home 540/652-1102 or Cell 540/460-2787 Thank you.
Lawrence Johnson
February 7, 2017
Susan, I am saddened to learn of the death of Galen. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Larry Johnson
Ron and Vi Cox
February 6, 2017
Susan and family, Sorry to learn of Galen's passing. We are traveling and will not be able to attend services. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
February 6, 2017
Dear Susan,
I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of Galen. My prayers are with you, especially for the strength of awesome memories to last a lifetime! We are out of town and will miss the services, but my thoughts are with you.
Cathy Slusher
jim benson
February 6, 2017
Susan, so sorry to learn of Galen's passing. I was treated by his father several times when I was playing football at B.C. Galen was so much like him.
In sympathy,
Jim Benson
February 6, 2017
Susan, William and family, Our hearts are with you.
Carl and Gail Craun Garrison, Fredericksburg, Virginia
February 6, 2017
Dear Susan and family,
I will always remember Galen as a friend and fellow surgeon. We enjoyed visiting at the bay and talking about boating and fishing.
I admired his independence and focus on his patients.
I am so sorry for your loss.
Gene Harper
Montie and Barbara Blakey
February 6, 2017
Susan: Our hearts are heavy having just learned of the death of your dear husband. We are sending our deepest and heartfelt condolences to you and your family, along with hugs of comfort and much love.
Danny Shull
February 6, 2017
Sue, I haven't seen you and G G for far too long. You have my utmost sympathy. I am praying for you. All the best.
Danny Shull
Deborah Gill
February 5, 2017
Dr. Craun was a Great Orthopedic Doctor. Thanks to having 3 knee surgeries by Doctor Craun, II was able to enjoy life much better. I have great Admiration and Respect for him. May God bless and be with the family!
Pat Cekada
February 5, 2017
Dear Susan and Family,
I was so sorry to hear about the passing of Dr. Craun. Please accept my heartfelt condolences, as well as thoughts and prayers, at this time of loss.
Norma & Kirk Sheap
February 5, 2017
We were sorry to read of Galen's passing. We used to enjoy chatting with him when we shared a parking lot on Harrison St. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
February 5, 2017
Susan,
I haven't seen you and G G for far too many years. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
My Best to You.
Harry Chandler
Marion Watts
February 4, 2017
Galen Craun was my high school biology teacher, and later he was in medical school when I attended the University of Virginia. He was one of the best teachers I ever had and an inspiration to me. He kept in touch when I was at univesity,and I often babysat for his little boy. I have often thought of him over the years with great affection and respect. Good teachers who leave a lasting memory are few and far between. Galen Craun was more than just a good teacher. He was an inspiration and a friend. My sympathies to Mrs Craun and the family. Much love, Marion (Mauck) Watts, Fauquier High School Class of 1972, UVa Class of 1976.
Bill Earhart
February 4, 2017
Susan and family, so sorry for the loss of Galen. You have my deepest sympathy.
February 4, 2017
Susan and family, Please accept my sincere condolences at the passing of Dr. Craun. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Cindy Martin
Alan Morgan
February 4, 2017
I was so sad to hear of Galen's passing. I am one of the family docs here in Harrisonburg and always had a tremendous respect for Dr. Craun. He was always so kind. He always listened if I had a question. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers in this time of grief. Alan Morgan, MD
February 4, 2017
Susan, William, and family, we are so sorry for you loss of G.G. He was a good man and will be sorely missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. We are sorry we won't get to see you at the service. Know we will be thinking of you.
Kathy and Fred Zimmerman
Connie Craun Keatts
February 3, 2017
Susan you and the family are in my prayers through this difficult time. May God watch over you as you grieve the loss of your loved one. Connie Craun Keatts
Darrin Barkley
February 3, 2017
I was saddened to hear of Dr Craun's passing. My sincere condolences.
I do want to say that Dr Craun may have saved my life back in the early 80's. I was a teenager with a dirtbike and had a series of accidents on it in a one year period. Each time I had broken a bone and Dr Craun was my doctor. After the last accident, Dr Craun told my Mother I should seriously consider getting rid of the bike. Looking back now I cannot imagine myself as a teenager listening to those wise words of advice however I did. I sold the bike and moved on to safer hobbies. Not too many years later I actually lost a friend due to a tragic dirtbike accident and it really hit home how thankful I was that Dr Craun cared enough to lend that advice. I will keep the Craun family in my prayers during this difficult time.
Faye Wampler
February 3, 2017
Susan, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. There are no words to express what a loss this is for you. What good memories I have of you two over the years. God bless you and yours.
February 3, 2017
Susan and Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Judy Craun Compton.