Born on April 4, 1938, to the late Lurty Samuel Craun and Thelma (Hensley) Craun, Bill was a lifelong resident of the Shenandoah Valley and a well-known diversified livestock and crop farmer. A third-generation farmer, he devoted more than 60 years to farming and, during the height of his farming career, operated more than 500 acres. He was respected throughout the community for his hard work and commitment to agriculture.
In his younger years, Bill was active in 4-H, FFA, and Young Farmers, serving in many leadership positions and competing in local, state, and national judging events, where he received numerous medals and honors. He continued his dedication to serving his community, being an active member of the Cross Keys-Mill Creek Ruritan Club for nearly 50 years.
Bill proudly served his country in the United States Army as a Military Policeman. During his service, he earned the Good Conduct Medal and the Sharpshooter Marksmanship Qualification Badge.
A man of strong faith, Bill was a devoted church member throughout his life and most recently attended St. Michael’s United Church of Christ in Bridgewater.
Bill shared 59 years of marriage with his beloved wife, Betty (Derrer) Craun. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his two daughters, Angela Meadows and her husband, Ronald “Ron”, and Cindy Rader and her husband, Jerry; two granddaughters, Valerie and Tiffany Meadows; and his siblings, James “Jim” Craun and Paul Craun and his wife, Deb, along with many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his sister, Elizabeth “Ann” Crider, and his brother-in-law, Jacob “Jake” Crider.
The family will receive friends at Lindsey Funeral Home in Weyers Cave on Thursday, June 25, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., and again on Friday, June 26, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, June 26, 2026, at Lindsey Funeral Home in Weyers Cave.
Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.lindseyfuneralhomes.com, where a more complete obituary can be viewed.
