Richard E. Kranz, age 95, of Mason, MI, passed away on August 14, 2020. He was born on October 25, 1924 in Holt, MI, the son of Edwin and Hazel (Ribby) Kranz. He married Jean (Bopp), and she survives him. Also surviving are two children, Kurt (Barbara) Kranz of Mason, and Rhonda (Patrick) Montoya of Ann Arbor; as well as four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Richard was preceded in death by his brothers, Don, Max, Harry, Jim, and his sister, Norma, who passed away within hours of Richard.
Richard served in the US Army Air Force. After that, he worked for Consumers Energy, retiring after 36 years of service as a Gas Service Department supervisor. He was a proud, hardworking farmer who raised Hereford cattle and did crop farming, as well. Richard served his community as Trustee of Alaiedon Township. He enjoyed antique automobiles and restored his pride and joy: a 1924 Model T one-ton truck--which was original to his family and still owned by the family. In addition, he loved traveling with his wife.
Per Richard’s wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no Memorial Service. Arrangements by Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home, Stockbridge.
