36 MARCH 2023 WorldWide Drilling Resource® In Memoriam Walter A. Stockert (1928~2022) Walter A. Stockert, 94, of Strasburg, Ohio, passed away on December 17, 2022. Born in Canton, he graduated from Washington High School in Massillon. He was the former owner and operator of Stockert Drilling Company in Strasburg. He retired in 1984, but continued to work for his son Reggie (former WWDR Contributing Writer) at R. G. Stockert Drilling Company. He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. For 62 years, Walter was also a member of the Strasburg Lions Club, serving in every club position and on the Board of Directors. He received outstanding recognition from the district, state, and international status. He also served as president on three different occasions and was awarded the Melvin Jones Fellow Honor Award. Walter assisted in many projects throughout his community, was active in the Strasburg Franklin Booster Club, and a member of the Hall of Fame VMCCA Car Club. Walter is survived by his wife Barbara; sons Gregory, Jeffrey (Sheila), and Reginald “Reggie” (Deborah); grandchildren Laura, Gregory, Sara, Kacie, Gabrielle, John, Kellie, and Regis; 11 great-grandchildren; stepchildren Alicia and William; his sister Marguerite, and other extended family. Jack Franklin Crane (1950~2022) With heavy hearts, the Arizona Water Well Association shared that Jack Franklin Crane passed away December 31, 2022. Born in Indianapolis, Indiana, he played basketball and baseball while at Ben Davis High School. After graduating in 1968, Jack took odd jobs until he decided to follow his parents to Tucson, Arizona. There, he attended the University of Arizona where he met lifelong friends who also became family. After college, Jack enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps - a decision that steered and guided him throughout his life. He was always proud of being a Marine and the integrity the Corps taught him manifested in who Jack was. After leaving the Marines, he stayed around Tucson where he honed different skills and learned many physical trades. In 1980, he joined his father at Crane Machine & Pump Service where he designed, built, and maintained water systems for different types of wells. He was a committed professional who loved the industry and lived for the satisfaction people received when he gave them water in the desert. He eventually took over the family business and operated it with his wife Ellen until 2022. Though he was a humble water well man, Jack was a cowboy through and through, riding horses and swapping stories with just about anyone who wanted a friend. His kind heart, patience, and sincerity are what made Jack a truly larger than life character. Jack is survived by Ellen; sons Lee (Julie), Chase (Lindsay), and Tanner; seven grandchildren; two adopted grandchildren; one great-grandchild; his sister Pam (George), and countless friends. The management and staff of WWDR extend their condolences to the family and friends of these industry gentlemen. Wade Norman Griffin, Sr. (1940~2023) South Carolina Ground Water Association member Wade Norman Griffin, Sr. passed away January 27, 2023, at the age of 82. He was branch manager at DSI in West Columbia, for more than 15 years. Born in Patrick County, Virginia, Wade was a graduate of Flat Rock High in Mount Airy, North Carolina. He was a member of Selma Baptist Church who loved watching Carolina basketball, trout fishing, traveling, collecting everything, going to his grandchildren’s sporting events, and making everyone smile with his jokes. Wade is survived by his wife of 27 years, Sharon; sons Wade Jr. (Adrine) and Scott; daughters Kimberly (Frank) and Shannon; grandchildren Joshua, Isiah, Jeremiah, Justin (Ashley), Tate, and Griff; and great-grandchildren Bryson, Coltin, Cater, Bella. The management and staff of WWDR extend their condolences to Wade’s family and friends. Lest we forget . . .
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