Laurence W. Craley
Published on March 2, 2026
Laurence (Larry) William Craley was the son of Paul W. and Edith M. (Bachman) Craley. He was born at home in Montrose Manor, PA, on November 17, 1940.
He was a graduate of Governor Mifflin High School in 1958. He had a career in retail sales and wood working companies. He was a dedicated member of the Patriot Order Sons of America for 35+ years, where he was National Secretary for the organization. He was a member at Allegheny Evangelical Lutheran Church in Mohnton.
He married his high school sweetheart, Gloria M. Krick and they had three children: Candace C. Wischum (John); Randall P. (Lorrie) Craley; and Kevin C. (Sharon) Craley. He is survived by 8 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by his daughter-in-law, Jayneann Craley, and his granddaughter, Erinn C. (Chris) White, his parents, brother and sister.
Please, no flowers. Contributions may be made to: Ephrata Manor Benevolent Fund, 99 Bethany Rd., Ephrata, PA 17522; Allegheny Evg. Lutheran Church, 1327 Alleghenyville Rd., Mohnton, PA 19540; or POSofA Members Assistance, 2240 S. Centre Ave., Leesport, PA 19533.
Services will be Thursday, March 12 at the Chapel at Ephrata Manor at 1:00 p.m., and Friday, March 13 at Alleghenyville Evg. Lutheran Church, with visitation at 12:00 noon and service at 1:00 p.m.