Craig

Gary L. Craig, 80, of Chicora, passed away on Sept. 4, 2022, after a hard-fought battle with cancer at Good Samaritan Hospice.

He was born in Butler on Sept. 12, 1941, and was raised by Vic and Fanny Craig.

Gary was previously employed by Fugini Ford, Hertz Trucking, Dunmyer Express, Consolidated Lumber and Truss, and Central Transport.

He enjoyed spending time with his family, watching westerns, being outdoors, hunting, cutting firewood, and building birdhouses.

Gary is survived by his wife, Mary (Hockenberry) Craig, whom he married on Sept. 10, 1966.

He is also survived by his three children, Candy Craig Claypoole and her husband, Jason, of Hillards, Randy Craig and his wife, Charla (Holly) of Chicora, and Leslie Craig and his wife, Dianna (Breski), of Worthington.

He is also survived by his five grandchildren, Britnee Craig Rush and her husband, Herman, of Chicora, Kirstin Craig of Chicora, Tyler Claypoole of Hilliards, Travis Claypoole of Hilliards, and Liam Breski of Worthington.

He is also survived by his uncle, Richard Craig, and several siblings, cousins, nieces and nephews.

CRAIG — A private memorial service and dinner for Gary L. Craig, who died Sunday, Sept. 4, 2022, will be held for immediate family only at Christ’s Family Church.

Arrangements were handled by STEIGHNER FUNERAL HOME, Chicora.

Condolences may be sent by visiting www.steighnerfuneralhome.com.

Please sign the guest book at www.butlereagle.com.