Supporting the Crandell Family

Goal:

 USD $100,000

Raised:

 USD $37,460

Campaign created by The Crandell Family

Campaign funds will be received by Diane Crandell

Supporting the Crandell Family

We are heartbroken to share this news because there is simply no easy way to communicate it.

On April 28th, Reverend Steve Crandell suffered a cardiac event. Without oxygen to his brain for nearly eight minutes, Steve sustained severe brain damage and, tragically, he passed away on May 10 at 11:35 a.m. Eastern Time.

He held on for many days and during that time he was surrounded by family and close friends. We have been overwhelmed by the outpouring of well wishes and communications to Steve. He is loved by many.

Steve is leaving behind his beloved wife, Diane. He has made it clear that he first and foremost wants Diane to be cared for. Between the two of them, there is a century of selfless dedication and help – there is not a couple in Oregon who have helped others at this level. And so, it goes without saying that they more than deserve our help. In honor of their service to our religion and the world at large, we are asking for donations to help support Diane during this incredibly painful time.

His family and church have donated substantial time and money to ensure that Diane and Steve are taken care of, yet there is additional help needed.

Insurance has partially covered Steve’s hospital stay but due to the unplanned nature of this tragedy, there are additional expenses the family needs help with, including:
-Medical costs not covered by insurance (i.e., “copay”, which is a fixed amount an insured person pays out-of-pocket for a covered healthcare service, typically at the time of service, as part of their insurance plan),
-A suitable celebration of Steve’s life,
-Financial support for Diane as she stabilizes Social Security and other income sources, and
-Other miscellaneous expenses associated with this unexpected event.

We will continue to provide updates regarding funeral services, memorials, etc.

Though losing Steve is deeply painful, we choose to honor his life by carrying forward with the strength, compassion, and unwavering spirit he shared with all of us. His deep faith and love for his community were at the heart of everything he did – and we will continue his legacy by living out those same values every day.

The question one can ask oneself is, “What does Steve want?” Let’s all find it within ourselves to strive to accomplish the answer to this question and to carry on his life’s mission.

We can assure everyone that (with due regard to the tremendous loss associated with this event) Steve is spiritually in stellar shape. He is a trained Auditor, on OT VII, Super Power completion, Professional Supervisor, Professional Word Clearer, who completed the entire OEC/FEBC twice (including the newest iteration). He is set up well for the remainder of this track.

In the words of L. Ron Hubbard:
“The only tests of a life well lived are:
Did he do what he intended? and
Were people glad he lived?
…
“The results of having lived at all, then, are the only things that count.”
-Article entitled “My Only Defense for Having Lived” published on 15 August 1966, which can be found in the book “L. Ron Hubbard: Philosopher & Founder.”
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The Meyer Family
$ 5000.00 USD
1 day ago

Cherie and Erik Gross
$ 250.00 USD
1 day ago

Danielle Mark and Haley
$ 50.00 USD
1 day ago

Our thoughts are with you! Lots of love to Diane and family and friends ❤️

The LaClaire Family
$ 400.00 USD
1 day ago

Sending our love to you and your family during this hard time, Diane. Thank you for your life’s work and the stability you and Steve have given to our community and to our world. We are immensely grateful.

Judy Bruning
$ 250.00 USD
1 day ago

Ron and Vicky Hatteberg
$ 150.00 USD
2 days ago

We wish Steve the best on his future. Our hearts are with Diane

Fred and Marilee
$ 250.00 USD
2 days ago

Love to you and family.

Amy and Frank ODonnell
$ 250.00 USD
2 days ago

Tim and Rona
$ 350.00 USD
3 days ago

All the best! May Steve travel well!

Nola and Steve Elash
$ 100.00 USD
3 days ago

Love to you and your family Xo

Weber Family
$ 150.00 USD
3 days ago

Justin Vincent
$ 150.00 USD
3 days ago

Steve was always good to me and his viewpoints were always on point!

Fifi and Steve Besio
$ 200.00 USD
3 days ago

Jeremy Smith
$ 100.00 USD
3 days ago

The Reitze Family
$ 250.00 USD
3 days ago

Jerry and Penny Racheff
$ 250.00 USD
4 days ago

Steve is an incredible being who has helped so many people. He will be missed.

Doug Annette Jonsson
$ 500.00 USD
4 days ago

Just a small token of thank you & love for how much you gave to your city and mankind.

Mary Hilton
$ 250.00 USD
4 days ago

My sincere condolences at this time of great loss.

Alex and Melissa Bowling
$ 200.00 USD
4 days ago

Andrea Ruhland
$ 200.00 USD
4 days ago

Updates

Update #1 - Clearwater Celebration of Life for Steven Crandell

May 16th, 2025

Hello to all Friends of Steve,

Today we held a beautiful service in the chapel of the Flag Building, with over 230 people in attendance. It goes without saying that Steve was deeply loved by all who knew him.

The service was led by Reverend Ben Klevit, with music provided by lifelong friend David Pomeranz.

Speakers included close friends of Steve: Larry Silver, Clarke Balcomb, Jack Stanley, Adi Klevit, and Emmett Osborn. Each one shared heartfelt stories that reflected the many meaningful relationships Steve cultivated throughout his life. Each speaker covered a different aspect of Steve. It was both emotional and cathartic to hear such moving tributes about this multifaceted and special being.

Steve’s daughter, Reverend Trisha Laverdiere (Crandell), officiated the funeral service and delivered it all with incredible strength and grace. Her communication was powerful and moving.

As Reverend Ben Klevit said, this was just "Part One" of the celebration of Steve’s life. A second memorial will be held in his hometown of Portland, Oregon, with further details to come soon.

Thank you to everyone who has donated to this campaign and supported our family. It is incredible the progress we have made in such a short period of time. Please continue sharing this fundraiser over email and social media, and keep the donations coming. It helps more than we can say.

We love and appreciate you all,

-The Crandell Family

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