Frank Crater
Frank Steven Crater, 78, died March 24, 2025, at Cape Cod Hospital with his family by his side. Born in Verona, New Jersey, Steve made his home in Marston Mills after many years in Hopkinton, where he and his wife raised their family.
Steve co-founded Control Technology Corporation with his brother, Ken. He was known for his dry, razor-sharp sense of humor — the kind that could send a whole room into laughter with just one comment. He had a deep love for animals, an enduring passion for music and a clear belief that life shouldn’t be taken too seriously.
Steve is survived by his loving wife of 33 years, Debbie Crater, and four sons, Brian of Bar Harbor, Maine, Jason of Apex, North Carolina, Sean of Raleigh, North Carolina, and Cory of Denver. He also is survived by his brother, Ken and wife Peg of Grafton, and his sister, Carol of Fremont, California.
He leaves behind a legacy of laughter, love and moments that will echo on.
In the end, Steve lived in the way he listened to music — deeply, wholeheartedly and with the volume cranked up.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date in June. Please contact Debbie for details.
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