Anonymous

I only learned of Commander Craner's passing yesterday and am deeply saddened by it. I only had a few appointments with him, but he was always so friendly and caring. My deepest condolences to his family and colleagues.

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Chris Erdmann

Cmdr Craner when we first met 17 years ago I said my only priorities were to stay out of a wheelchair so I can walk my daughter down the aisle. You did that and more. We are all at so much more of a loss not having you in our lives. I know you’re in heaven - you did God’s work so well.

Emma Henderson

I am so sad to have just heard that this man has left us, especially because it is 10 years almost to the day since I believe he saved my life, correctly diagnosing me with acquired ideopathic demyelenating polyneuropathy (or jelly legs as we called it because it was easier to say). He petitioned the drugs board at Frimley Park to allow me to receive immunoglobulin as a treatment, and brought it forward suddenly as he feared it was progressing towards my heart and lungs. He was a steady hand on the tiller as I slowly regained my health and returned to flying - and I am so glad that I was able to share with him that we had established a Wingman lounge at Frimley Park to support frontline NHS staff during the pandemic - a charity I founded and which was crewed by grounded aircrew. To be able to thank someone for giving you back a life you were in danger of losing is a rare thing, and although I knew about his lymphoma, I didn’t know until today that it had beaten him. I owe this man everything, so all that is left to say is thank you from the bottom of my heart and on behalf of our entire family. You will never be forgotten.

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Andrew Larkham

I am so upset to hear that Commander Craner has passed away. I am almost feel guilty that I have only just found out. He helped me so much. He diagnosed my MS and put me on a disease modifying drug in 2018. He helped me to understand my condition and my past experiences with it. I will very much miss him and feel for his family, friends, colleagues and patients. I will never forget him and I am sure many other are the same.

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Anna Hallett (De Matteis)

I am still blown away by the news of your death. Not at all surprised by the outpouring of love for you and very impressed by all of your achievements. You looked after me when others would have understandably walked away. I am sad that we lost touch but pleased that you replied to my email a couple of years ago. At least you knew I was still thinking about you even if we will never get to see each other again. My warmest thoughts to your close friends and family.

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Kathryn J

I was so saddened to hear of Matt’s passing at my neurology appointment today. He was my neurologist for the last 15 plus years or so, always listened to what I had to say and never made me feel that I was wasting his time. He will be missed Sending condolences to all his family.

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Emma

Gone too soon. Thank you Matt for your amazing support and guidance as my neurologist. Condolences to your family.

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Anonymous

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Karen Vernon

I was so very sorry to hear of Matt’s passing. He was one of the good ones. Always a smile & a hello for you & always asked how you were doing. He was a staunch supporter of the MS specialist nurse & frequently gave up his time to talk. No one will top his ingenious immunology lectures. My condolences to his family, friends & colleagues. Even though he was taken too soon, what he achieved was so much,

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Anonymous

Remembering Matt Craner for his exceptional and professional care, very sorry to hear this terribly sad news.

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Jo Weller

Your care, kindness and thoughtfulness towards my daughter, from her diagnosis of MG and through initial treatment, was second to none and for that we both will be eternally thankful. It was a pleasure to have known you. Thank you. Jo and Mia

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Anonymous

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Fran Thompson

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Anna Thompson

Thank you so much for all your care, kindness and help since my diagnosis in 2008. You made coping with MS more bearable. I will always remember you and send my best wishes and condolences to your family and friends.

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Richard and Vandra Roots

He was knowledgeable, caring and approachable in his consultancy role at Frimley.. he is greatly missed.

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Anonymous

Thank you for being my amazing neurologist, you made having MS just that little bit easier. Gone far too soon

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Anonymous

Thank you

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Marlen

Thanks for everything, I’ll be forever your off-tank.

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Anonymous

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Jane Metcalfe

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Anonymous

You looked after 3 members of our family for 15 years. Your kindness & compassion will never be forgotten.

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Anonymous

Right from the start of my diagnosis Matt said, I will not be on time for your appointment because I give everyone all the time they need. We didn't mind because once you saw him, he was the kindest, most compassionate, caring person, and he did give you all the time you needed. You made such a differences to so many peoples lives.

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Ron Yeo

Thanks for all your advice when I was doing my DPhil. Very privileged to have known you.

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Mark & Helen Payne

Lovely service yesterday

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Linda & Paul Webb

A truly kind, caring and compassionate man. I was fortunate enough to have Matt as my neurologist for over 10 years. Always took the time to listen and explain (with humour!) and I never felt I was ‘just another patient’. Will be very sadly missed, sending love to all who knew him and heartfelt hugs to his MS family xx

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S

Much admired communicator

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Fi

The bravest person I’ve ever met.

Kate Bradford

Remembering Matt today and always. He taught me so much and did so much for patients, research and the MS community. With so many laughs along the way. Sending love and best wishes to his family and friends.

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Abby Koelewyn

I haven't worked with Matt for many years but such was the impression he made that I felt compelled to donate in his memory. He was truly such a kind an generous soul. The world is a little less bright knowing he isn't here with us. Sending all the warmth and love possible to his family and all who had the honour to know him.

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Jackie and Hugh Burnett

Dear Matt. The world has lost a wonderful, kind and caring man way too soon. You will be in our hearts forever, so glad we had a chance to know you. Jackie and Hugh

Andrew, Hannah & family

Truly an officer and a gentleman. Thanks for being you Bro.

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Rob & Leena Barker

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Susannah Baron

Matty you were such an amazing, fun and wonderful man. I have so many hilarious memories of medical school and our group Run to the Sun or more realistically our il pleut holiday in France when we heard we were all finally doctors!! You are so missed and it has been a privilege to know you Love Susannah

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Nikos-Trudy

Always in our heart and mind

Alex, Leo, Pablo, Hugo and Dimitri

It was a real honour to meet you, even if for a relatively short time. We will remember your kindness and humbling life lessons.

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JB & Bels x

Simply a beautiful man with the broadest of smiles.

Dave Wadsworth

Matt, thanks for being such a great friend off the mountain bike whilst also being an incredible competitor on it. We had some wonderful battles over the years. Your enthusiasm for the sport was an inspiration to us all. ❤️

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Anonymous

A great clinician and colleague who will be missed

Brano & Majo

Thanks for kindness and all the positive energy shared. We will remember forever.

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Anonymous

I was fortunate to work with Matt during my first five years as a consultant. Whatever the change or challenge he had endless positivity, organisation, focus and drive. I learnt a lot about MS but more about how to take scientific passion to make patients journey a little easier even if it meant clinic didn't always run on time! He also showed me when it was right to focus on his family that was equally inspirational. Jack and Ellie he was obviously so proud.

Cheryl

Matt, I will never forget how welcoming you made me feel my first week at Frimley Health. You made a bee line to sit with me at lunch at our away day and we had never met before. I am truly saddened that I did not get the opportunity to spend more time with you professionally, and to hear the antics from your training days with Charlie.

Camilla

A wonderful colleague, lovely manner and always smiling. My deepest condolences to your family.

Mohammed Asghar

Right from our very first interaction at Frimley Park was always a pleasure working with Matt. Such a warm, positive and welcoming individual who will be sorely missed.

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Wendy Vines

It has been a while since I worked at FPH but I will remember Matt as always being happy and helpful - whatever the query, and always patient focussed - An Officer and a Gentleman and one of the best neurology bosses I worked for.

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Chris

So lucky to have known you over so many years. Thank you for your friendship and much appreciated advice. You'll be missed by so many.

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Anonymous

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Jan Arevalo

It was a privilege to work alongside Matt for so many years. He was such an approachable, kind, knowledgable colleague and fun to be around. He always found time to discuss queries, offer support and provide wise clinical advice. He valued the opinions of other members of the MDT and always had patients best interests at the forefront of his practice. He will be greatly missed.

Sue Giles

Very sad news, Matt was taken much too soon. Sending condolences to all of Matt's family. He was the most devoted father to his two children. I know he will be sorely missed by both of them, who I had the pleasure of meeting several times when very young. 'Hoping there's plenty of coffee and flapjacks on the other side Matt, oh and a mountain bike of course'! Sorry I can't attend the service on 14th, but have special family commitments up North, but I will light a candle in the local Cathedral, so the light will continue to shine upon you. Sue Giles Former personal medical secretary from 2007 to 2017.

Friends and colleagues in the neurology dept, Frimley

Missed deeply by your friends and colleagues in the neurology department at Frimley.

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