CEDAR BLUFF– Former Cedar Bluff Mayor Tammy Grace Crane has died, current Mayor Bill Warren announced in a statement.

“It is with a heavy heart that I am announcing the passing of Cedar Bluff former Mayor Tammy Grace Crane,” Warren said.

Crane served on the Town Council before becoming mayor in 2014. She remained in office through 2025, completing more than 11 years as mayor.

Mayor Warren full Statement:

It is with a heavy heart that I am announcing the passing of Cedar Bluff former Mayor Tammy Grace Crane. Tammy was a vital member of this town. She served on the Town Council before becoming Mayor in 2014 and served to 2025. Tammy was very helpful in the transitional period from her administration to mine because she loved Cedar Bluff. She was always among the first to help someone in need and loved her family more than anything. Please remember and pray for her family and friends during this difficult time.
Bill Warren
Mayor of Cedar Bluff

More Than a Decade of Public Service

Before becoming mayor, Crane represented District 2 on the Cedar Bluff Town Council for approximately two years.

After Mayor Martha Baker resigned, the council appointed Crane mayor in June 2014.

In 2020, voters returned Crane to office with 304 votes, or nearly 55% of the ballots cast.

Crane did not seek another term in 2025. However, she continued helping Cedar Bluff during the transition to Warren’s administration.

“Tammy was very helpful in the transitional period from her administration to mine because she loved Cedar Bluff,” Warren said.

During her tenure, Crane guided Cedar Bluff through infrastructure projects, park improvements, public-safety decisions and community events.

Additionally, she led the town during the historic 2019 flooding along Weiss Lake. Her administration responded to widespread property damage, displaced residents and reports of looting.

Dedication to Cedar Bluff School and Community

Her commitment to Cedar Bluff extended well beyond Town Hall.

Outside municipal government, Crane remained closely involved with Cedar Bluff School. She worked in the concession stand and dedicated countless hours to supporting the school and its community.

Crane also owned Crane Cleaning. She was married to Rodney Crane, and her family remained the central focus of her life.

Above all, Warren remembered Crane as someone who quickly responded when others needed help.

“She was always among the first to help someone in need and loved her family more than anything,” Warren said.

Warren asked the community to remember Crane’s loved ones in the days ahead.

“Please remember and pray for her family and friends during this difficult time,” he said.