Earl Bearcrane

Earl Daniel Bearcrane “Dan” went home to be with the Lord on February 6, 2017. His life was full of many interests and activities. He had many friends and relatives who loved his company and sense of humor. In his boyhood years he loved to play baseball. A a young age he served in the US Army as a radar technician in Germany during the Vietnam Era. Most recently, he served as the Jr. Vice Commander at the VFW Post 1634. Dan loved Crow Fair, it was his favorite time of year. He loved the outdoors and was a master gardener when it came to fruit and vegetables. He enjoyed making things with his hands especially with wood and dream catchers. Dan had a gift for writing, especially short stories. Most recently his Guest Opinion was published in the Billings Gazette: The Legend of Sacrifice Cliff – A Love Story. (July 2, 2016) Dan is survived by his parents Earl and Rosie Bearcrane and his Mama Faith Faraway; brother Joseph Dean; five sisters, Jean, Barbara and Alicia Bearcrane, Earline (Cletus) Cole and Linda (Wes) Couture; son Jayson and daughter-in-law Cassy Bearcrane; daughters, Shilo Rose (Jay and son Chris) Valenzuela of Phoenix, Christina Mae and her daughters, of Idaho; adopted daughters, Synobia Chan and Rindy Daughters; grandchildren, Zachary, Tjasia, Andres, Monique and Elijah. Until we see you again, we love you Son, Brother, Dad and Grandpa.