Ron Crane (politician)
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Ron Crane | |
|---|---|
| Treasurer of Idaho | |
| In office January 4, 1999 – January 7, 2019 | |
| Governor | Phil Batt Dirk Kempthorne Jim Risch Butch Otter |
| Preceded by | Lydia Justice Edwards |
| Succeeded by | Julie Ellsworth |
| Member of the Idaho House of Representatives from the 10A district | |
| In office 1982–1998 | |
| Succeeded by | Beverly Montgomery |
| Personal details | |
| Born | November 2, 1948 Nampa, Idaho, U.S. |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Cheryl Crane |
| Children | 6, including Jaron Crane and Brent Crane |
| Education | Bible Missionary Institute (AA) |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance |  United States |
| Branch/service |  United States Army |
| Years of service | 1971–1977 |
| Unit | Idaho National Guard |
Ron Crane is an American politician who served as a member of Idaho House of Representatives from 1982 to 1998 and as the state treasurer of Idaho from 1999 to 2019.
Early life and education[edit]
Crane was born in Nampa, Idaho, in 1948. He graduated Nampa Christian High School. In 1971, Crane earned an Associate of Arts degree from the Bible Missionary Institute. In 2008, Crane earned an honorary doctorate degree from Ohio Christian University.[1][2]
Career[edit]
From 1971 to 1977, Crane served in the Idaho National Guard.[1][2]
In 1980, Crane became the owner and operator of Crane Alarm Service, an alarm company in Idaho.[2]
In 1982, Crane was elected to the Idaho House of Representatives. During his tenure, Crane represented the 10A district.[3]
On November 3, 1998, Crane won the election and became the state treasurer of Idaho. Crane defeated Latham Williams with 75.5% of the votes.[4] In January 2018, Crane announced that he would not seek re-election to a sixth term as the state's treasurer in the November 2018 elections. Crane left office in January 2019.[5][6]
Electoral history[edit]
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | Ron Crane | 258,755 | 75.5% | |
| Reform | Latham Williams | 83,840 | 24.5% | |
| Total votes | 342,595 | 100.00 | ||
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | Ron Crane | 239,431 | 61.2% | |
| Democratic | Sally A. Beitia | 136 796 | 35.0% | |
| Libertarian | Sherwin M. Fellen | 14,950 | 3.8% | |
| Total votes | 430,072 | 100.00 | ||
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | Ron Crane | 276 779 | 64.36% | |
| Democratic | Howard C. Faux | 153 293 | 35.64% | |
| Total votes | 430,072 | 100.00 | ||
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | Ron Crane | 367,260 | 100& | |
| Total votes | 367,260 | 100.00 | ||
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | Ron Crane | 260,044 | 61.0% | |
| Democratic | Deborah Silver | 166,487 | 39.0% | |
| Total votes | 426,531 | 100.00 | ||
Awards[edit]
- 1975 Idaho's Soldier of the Year.[1][2]
- Guardian of Small Business Award. Presented by National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB).[1][2]
- Legislative Champion of the Family. Presented by Idaho Family Forum.[1][2]
- 1998 Friend of Life Award. Presented by Idaho Chooses Life for his leadership in securing a Ban on Partial Abortions in Idaho.[12][2]
- Vision 2000 Award. Presented by US Small Business Administration.[2]
Personal life[edit]
Crane's wife is Cheryl Crane. They have six children. Crane and his family live in Nampa, Idaho. In October 2011, at age 62, Crane underwent a successful triple bypass open heart surgery.[2][13]
References[edit]
- ^ a b c d e "History of Idaho Treasurers". sto.idaho.gov. Retrieved January 31, 2020.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i "Ron Crane's Biography". Vote Smart. Retrieved January 31, 2020.
- ^ "Nationsl Co-chairs". smartwomensmartmoney.com. Retrieved January 31, 2020.
- ^ "November 3, 1998 General Election Results". sos.idaho.gov. November 3, 1998. Retrieved January 31, 2020.
- ^ "State Treasurer Ron Crane will not run for re-election in 2018". idahopress.com. Retrieved February 21, 2018.
- ^ Spokesman. "Eye on Boise: Idaho Treasurer Ron Crane won't seek re-election". Retrieved February 21, 2018.
- ^ Idaho Secretary of State. "Statewide Totals". Retrieved February 21, 2018.
- ^ Idaho Secretary of State. "Statewide Totals". Retrieved February 21, 2002.
- ^ Idaho Secretary of State. "Statewide Totals". Retrieved February 21, 2018.
- ^ Idaho Secretary of State. "Statewide Totals". Retrieved February 21, 2018.
- ^ Idaho Secretary of State. "Statewide Totals". Retrieved February 21, 2018.
- ^ "Crane Deserves Re-Election". idahochooseslife.org. April 24, 2014. Retrieved January 31, 2020.
- ^ "State Treasurer Ron Crane of Nampa has open heart surgery". idahopress.com. October 19, 2011. Retrieved January 31, 2020.