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Billy Craddock Obituary

Billy L. Craddock, 93, of Canal Fulton, died Tuesday, March 6, 2012. Billy was born in Altizer, West Virginia, on Feb. 19, 1919 and was a resident of Canal Fulton for 42 years and retired in 1980 from Seiberling/Firestone Tire and Rubber Co. He was a member of United Fellowship Club, VFW #3124, Massillon, Seiberling Tire and Rubber Retirees and served in the Army during World War II, being stationed in Honolulu, Hawaii. Billy had three years service with the CCC as a youngman and worked for Don Brown and Courtesy World dealerships as a courier until 2003.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Esther and son, Steve, five sisters and two brothers. Billy is survived by his sons, William David (Younga) Craddock of Indianapolis, Indiana and Michael James Craddock of Canal Fulton; daughters, Elizabeth ("Lizz") Vinson of Canal Fulton and Dawn (Scott) Burgin of Indianapolis, Ind.; daughter-in-law, Sharon; and seven grandchildren.

Funeral service FRIDAY, 11 a.m. at the Swigart-Easterling Funeral Home, 624 E. Cherry St. (Rt. 93, Canal Fulton). Burial with Military Honors by VFW #9795 at Canal Fulton Cemetery. Friends may call FRIDAY from 10:30 a.m. until time of the service. (Swigart-Easterling, 330-854-2356) www.swigarteasterllingfuneralhome.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Akron Beacon Journal from Mar. 7 to Mar. 8, 2012.

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March 12, 2012

Mike,

Sorry to hear about Dad. Dad was a good man, I hope it was not too hard on you. I am sure that having you all with him was a great pleasure to Dad.

Dave

March 9, 2012

Today we laid another hero to rest. Goodbye Mr. Craddock. May God keep you in his warm embrace. Sorry for your loss Mike, Liz and family. You are in our prayers.. Bill and Sandra Byerly

March 8, 2012

mikey im so sorry hearing about your dads passing. he seemed like he led a full life. phyllis and i will pray for him. take care johnny

March 8, 2012

We praise God for the life and service of our veteran. May he rest in peace in the arms of our Lord as a grateful nation mourns.
Michele N. Sandridge, President
American Legion Auxiliary
District 14--Ohio

Debbie Shields-McMillin

March 8, 2012

We are saddened to learn of Mr. Craddock's passing. He was such a fun neighbor for the 26 years we lived behind him. He and Esther were the sweetest and kindest people you would ever meet. They loved the kids and were always ready to stop and chat. Mr. Craddock loved to putter in his garden and tell stories! He will be greatly missed. Our sympathy to the family.

Debbie Shields-McMillin, Matt and Craig Fahrney

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