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Teddy Perry Crane
May 25, 1998 - October 19, 2017

Teddy Perry Crane

Teddy Perry Crane
May 25, 1998 - Oct 19, 2017

Teddy Perry Crane
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Teddy Perry Crane, age 19, of Ames, Iowa died Thursday, October 19, of a self-inflicted gunshot wound. A celebration of life memorial service will be 1:00 p.m. Saturday, November 4, 2017 at Heartland Baptist Church, 3333 Stange Road Ames, Iowa.

Teddy was born May 25, 1998 in Ames, Iowa, the son of Joanie Zavala and Richard James. Teddy grew up in the Ames area, graduating from Ames High School in 2017. Teddy loved nature walks, fishing, helping his grandpa with his cars, chicken tenderloins in Nevada, watching Fast and Furious movies, building things, taking things apart to see how they work, watching as many reruns of Rosanne as he could, playing video games with his sister and friend Zane, playing practical jokes, and dumpster diving no matter how dirty he would get. Teddy had a special place in his heart for his 3-year-old cousin and best little friend, McKade.

Teddy is survived by his parents Joanie and Hector Zavala; brother Tyree and sister Grace; grandparents Don and Mary Perry, Bruce Crane, and Raul and Herlinda Zavala; aunts and uncles Misty Perry and Brad Noon, Alissa Stoehr, Ginny Crane and Nick Bell, Austin and Christine Crane, Bruce. Jr. and Nicole Crane; Cousins Katisha and Mhikealy Knight, David Perry, McKade, and numerous others.

Teddy was preceded in death by his father, Rick James.

Teddy donated his organs to Iowa Donor Network, and he has saved numerous lives across America.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Teddy's family.

Online condolences may be directed to www.grandonfuneralandcremationcare.com

Cydney on Sep 15, 2020

Back in 2015 I was having my birthday party with some of my friends and I took a video of them to remember that day. he saw that I Was recording and it was really funny. Thankfully I got it when I did cause that’s the only video I ever took, even though I do a few pictures I’m lucky that I’ve got to know him.

Randie & Noah on Nov 4, 2017

We miss you, Teddy. Noah adored you more than we'll ever know. Our thoughts are with all of your many loved ones!

Christine Gray on Oct 30, 2017

Joanie, I was saddened to hear the news of your son. He seemed like a talented young man. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this trying time.
Christine Gray

Matt Fitzgerald on Oct 30, 2017

Joanie I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Matt Fitzgerald

Mary Perry on Oct 28, 2017

+40

Erin Mulhern on Oct 26, 2017

There are no words to express my sadness for the loss of your son, Joanie. Prayers for peace and strength for you and your entire family.

Becca Miller on Oct 25, 2017

CandlePrayers of comfort and strength to you and your family Joanie. Call me anytime night or day. I will be ready to listen and help you through this painful journey. Teddy sounds like such a wonderful guy. I look forward to hearing all the stories you wish to share. Big Hugs and much love to you and yours.

mike fitzgerald on Oct 24, 2017

We want to extend our condolences/send you folks our deepest sympathy.
Mike and Marge Fitzgerald

Rose Pence on Oct 24, 2017

Joanie-We applaud you for all the information you have shared with us as you have gone through the process of Teddy's death and remembrance. I never met Teddy, but heard you talk of your children often. Please know that all your friends are here to support you and your family in whatever ways we can help. Call on us. You've been doing that so well on Facebook-please continue to do that. We will be continuing with our prayers for the soul of your dear Teddy, and for the recovery of his loss for your whole family. HUGE HUGS to you and yours at this time. Rose

Nathan Sanow on Oct 24, 2017

My deepest sympathy.

Jeff Anderson on Oct 23, 2017

CandlePrayers to all of Teddy's family. Teddy was a wonderful young man, with a great heart. He truly cared about his family and friends. I'm so sorry for your loss.

Joanie Zavala on Oct 23, 2017

Kym Alexander on Oct 23, 2017

All of my love and prayers for you all! I am thinking of you and holding you all in my heart, I love you all, Kym

Katy Skjordal on Oct 23, 2017

CandleJoanie and I were very close friends and neighbors when she met Teddy's father Rick James. Rick was a sweet guy who battled a lot of depression but always kept the world laughing around him, then with Joanie's personality being so entertaining so it's no surprise that Teddy grew to be a funny child and young man, keeping the laughter going. In honor of Teddy i pray that the laughter continues to be heard for this family. My prayers and best wishes to Joanie and the whole family. so sorry, all my love, Katy Skjordal

Jami Tharp on Oct 23, 2017

CandleRIH sweet Teddy. Your pain is no longer. God Bless you all.

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Heartland Baptist Church
3333 Stange Rd
Ames, Iowa 50010
1:00 PM


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