William W. Cranston

Biography

William W. Cranston lived with a conviction that service, both public and personal, was the calling of every citizen, and he devoted his later years to the Oakwood neighborhood where he encouraged youth programming and civic improvement projects. His involvement ranged from supporting local schools to lending a patient ear to veterans.

Through friendships forged in churches and clubs he modeled steady generosity, inspiring others to care for one another, and his resting place in Oakwood Cemetery is visited by those who still honor his steadiness and care.