Honoring industry leaders

Memorial Scholarships & Grants

Special scholarships and grants managed by WAEF honor the visionary leaders and dedicated members that shaped the tree fruit industry. These award funds are established by family members, industry organizations, peers and friends of our former leaders.

Jonathan Crane

1950-1982

Jonathan Lee Crane was born March 15, 1950. He was an Eagle Scout and an athlete, excelling at basketball and football. He graduated from Brewster High School June 3, 1964. He attended the University of Washington. Jonathan loved playing and composing Ragtime music on the piano. He was a wonderful son, brother and Uncle. His Great Dane Missy was the love of his short life. Jon died April 22, 1982 after a long battle with cancer.

About this scholarship

The scholarship in his memory provides opportunities for graduating seniors of Brewster High School to attend college.

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A memorial that keeps working

Families, companies and colleagues have been establishing these funds with WAEF for more than thirty years. A memorial fund sends a student to school every year, in the name of someone who spent their life in this industry.

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