Obituary of Crane James Bodine

Crane James Bodine, age 85, of Edina, MN, passed away peacefully on 11/13/15. Preceded in death by wife Elizabeth, son Eric. Education SPA, Brown University and U of M Law School. Cranes passion and love for music lead him into the family music business. He continued to build his father’s music business Bodine's Inc. In addition, Crane founded AOAI with over 10,000 members and 60 annual conventions nationwide. Throughout his busy schedule Crane found time for civic activities; Mpls Optimist Club, Mpls, Aquatennial, Mpls. Salvation Army, Evergreen Club. Crane was a wonderful father to Eric, Jeffery (Marilyn), Steven (Jenn), Suzie (Peter) and grandfather to 11. Crane enjoyed his home on Lake Minnetonka as well as a round of golf. Crane lived a full life filled with music, laughter, family and good friends. It wasn't a party without Crane at the keyboard. Service will be held on 11/30/15 at 2 PM, Calvary Lutheran Church, Golden Valley.