Walter Crone

H. Walter Crone, 90, recently of Martinsburg, WV, former long time resident of Union and Sinks Grove, WV, passed away March 21, 2026. He was predeceased by his wife of 64 years Mary (Onofrey) Crone, his parents Roy and Margaret (Falls) Crone, his siblings Everett Crone, Frances Erskine, and Loretta Kelly, and his son Doug Crone. He is survived by his children Denise (Joe) Corio, Dwight (Ronda) Crone, Dana (Paul) Pastro, 9 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.

While his family moved around a bit during his youth, Walter grew up in the Lewisburg, WV, area on Muddy Creek Mountain. Walter was employed by the FBI as a statistician for almost 40 years. As a manager, he was responsible for publishing the annual Uniform Crime Report. He and Mary raised their children in Dale City, VA, before retiring to West Virginia.

Walter believed in and trusted in God. He shared generously of his time, talents, and treasure with many organizations through the years including scouts, historical society, local outreach, the church, and others in need. He was a mentor at Mountain View elementary and middle school for many years. By example, he taught those who knew him how to live life with zest and adventure, how to love one another, and how to laugh together. He loved spending time with his family.

In lieu of flowers, please donate in Walter’s name to St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church in Ronceverte, WV, or to a charity of your choice.

Mass will take place at 11:00 AM, Saturday, March 28, 2026 at the St Catherine of Siena Catholic Church in Ronceverte, WV. Graveside service will be at 2:00 PM, Sunday, March 29, 2026 in the Greenbrier Memorial Gardens, Lewisburg, WV. Online guestbook can be signed at www.morganfh.net. Arrangements entrusted to Morgan Funeral Home, Lewisburg, WV.