Rick Dean Crandell

August 28th, 1950 - April 24th, 2024

Rick Dean Crandell passed away peacefully on April 24, 2024, at the age of 73, on his beloved property at Wild Thunder Ranch, surrounded by the desert beauty he cherished so deeply. He was born in Lincoln, Nebraska, on August 28, 1950, to Eldon and Eileen Crandell. He graduated high school in Lyons, Kansas, briefly attended Kansas State and dreamt of becoming an architect. He ended up owning one of the largest commercial glazing companies in southern Arizona. Rick had an entrepreneurial spirit and served the Marana and Avra Valley communities in his retirement replacing residential glass and screens. He loved designing and building projects in his workshop. He was a fabricator at heart and engineered creative solutions all over his ranch because he believed anything could be repaired and even broken things had value. Rick was a phenomenal skeet shooter, he loved old muscle cars and enjoyed all of the movie classics. He never missed an opportunity for a colorful drink with an umbrella or to spoil a beautiful woman. He embodies the quote, "It's not the destination; it's the journey." We will remember the traveling, vacations and road trip adventures he shared with everyone. He is survived by his son Matthew. While Rick may no longer be with us in body, his spirit will live on in our dear memories and the lives he has touched. Let us take comfort in knowing that he is now at peace, surrounded by the beauty of the land he loved so dearly. Because Rick was such a generous giver, in lieu of flowers, the family requests that you send donations to https://www.teamlizziebell.org/donate/

A memorial open house and reception will be held Friday, May 24, 2024 at 2pm, at Adair Funeral Homes Avalon Chapel, 8090 N. Northern Ave Oro Valley, AZ 85704

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Cathy Maddox

Missing you everyday. But I'm gonna smile when I think of you like I know you'd want me to and I know you're watching over me. Tipping my hat to you brother.

Published May 12th, 2024

Barbara Gelderman

How did you meet Rick?

I met Rick 12-14 yrs ago when we first moved to Sunflower in Tucson. He has been a wonderful friend since. I have left here and returned 3x. We could pick up where we left off. I will miss him as he was always there Nobody could do screening like he could and we will be lost without him. Rest in peace my dear friend.

Published May 9th, 2024

Allen D Read

I have never forgotten when Rick & Janis came to Nebraska for my HS Graduation, I have always thought very highly of Rick and his accomplishments. I am proud to call him my Cousin. I just recently made a trip to Tucson and feel very blessed that I did, I got to see Rick one more time before his passing. I will miss him and so many others will also! He touched the life’s of many!

Published May 8th, 2024

Ashlie Kennedy

How did you meet Rick?

Rick frequented a restaurant I worked at. He always made sure to let you know how much he cherished you. He spoke about his son like he walked on water and made sure to tell you every time he saw you. He is deeply missed and will never be forgotten!

Published May 10th, 2024

Jane Harris

Rick has been a “lifelong “ friend. We first got acquainted in 1958 in elementary school in Andrews, TX & we graduated from high school in Lyons, KS. As adults, our paths would cross again in Tucson, AZ where we would at least get together every winter. Rick was one of those guys where you could pick up where you left off & he would never miss a beat. I “Tip My Hat” to you, my friend.

Published May 9th, 2024

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