Barbara Lee Crane

Barbara Lee Crane, 88, of Poplar Bluff, MO joined her husband in their heavenly home on March 23, 2026. Barbara passed away at New Hope Assisted Living in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.

Barbara was born on March 3, 1938, to Robert and Evin (Barrow) Allen in Model, Tennessee. She married Bobbie Crane in Model, Tennessee.

Barbara retired from Poplar Bluff School District as a teacher and after retirement she and Bob traveled extensively with Yellowstone National Park being one of their favorites.

Barbara is survived by nieces, Beverly Vernon, Marilyn Trout, Karen (Steve) Johnson and nephew, Richard (Barb) White; cousins, Anna Redford, Cecil Redford, Ken Janotta, and Peggy Janotta. 

Barbara was preceded in death by parents, Robert and Evin; and husband, Bobbie Crane.

Visitation will be held on Monday, March 30th, 2026, from 10:30-11:30am at Temple Baptist Church in Poplar Bluff, MO. Funeral services will follow beginning at 11:30am with Pastor Ron Daughhetee and Pastor Steve Patterson officiating. Burial will take place at Missouri State Veteran Cemetery in Bloomfield, Missouri.

In lieu of flowers please make donations to Temple Baptist Church in Poplar Bluff, MO

Cotrell Willow Ridge Funeral & Cremation Services is honored to serve the family and friends of Barbara Lee Crane. Online condolences can be made at www.cwrfcs.com.