Search by Name

Search by Name

FUNERAL HOME

Ellis Funeral Home, LLC

1021 E. Lewis Street

Fort Wayne, Indiana

WILLIE CRAIG Obituary

WILLIE ETTA CRAIG, 83, of Fort Wayne, formerly of Marion, Ala., passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2014, at Bethlehem Woods Care Center. She was the daughter of the late Willis and Alberta (Pope) Walker. She retired from Fort Wayne Community School and was a member of Pilgrim Baptist Church. Surviving are sons, Raymond (Mary), Amos, Gregory, and Alonzo Craig; a daughter, Sherron (Billy) Spraggins; and a host of other relatives and friends. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Willis Craig Jr.; son, Lawrence Craig; sister, Ola Mae Page; brother, Willie Lee Walker; and daughters-in-law, Ja'Nice Craig and Patricia Craig. Service is 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2014, at Pilgrim Baptist Church, 1331 Gay St. Calling is from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 10, 2014, at the church. Burial in Covington Memorial Gardens. Arrangements by Ellis Funeral Home. View complete obituary at www.ellisfh.com

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

Published by Fort Wayne Newspapers on Nov. 7, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for WILLIE CRAIG

Not sure what to say?





Celeste Love

November 12, 2014

Knowing your mom is a part of my childhood that I will treasure. Prayers to you all and I send much love.

Tony/Tammy Chandler

November 11, 2014

Uncle Amos, Andi, and Dany I send my deepest condolences to you all. May God continue to comfort you in your time of need.

Vicki Jackson

November 10, 2014

Alonzo, you have my deepest sympathy
on the loss of your mother.
May God bless you and your family.

Rosa Ann Harris

November 10, 2014

Sharon, My prayers and God blessings

November 10, 2014

Alonzo, you and your family have our deepest sympathy and prayers during this sorrowful time
Tammy and Doug Gunn

Teri Osborn

November 10, 2014

Sorry for your Loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your Family today! form Castle Sewing Queen Teri

Arbreyse Chapman

November 9, 2014

My heart felt sympathy and condolences to the Craig family for the lost of your loved one. May God give you the healing to restore peace of mind and erase the pain from your hurting hearts. He can and will for sure. God bless........

November 9, 2014

To Our Family: God has came for another Angel so sleep on Willie Etta we all Love you but God Loves you best. R.I.H
LOVE YOU ,
Melvin,Valreese Walker

Wendy Woods & Family

November 9, 2014

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

tina goings

November 9, 2014

To the family (Alonzo) you all have our heartfelt sympathy. I will keep you and your family in prayer, and may GOD make each day easier for all of you. Keep your memories alive and in your hearts. May GOD bless each of you.

November 8, 2014

TO the Craig family with deepest sympathy we pray that God will comfort you during your time of grief.
Prayerfully yours, Mac and Willie. Starks

Beverly Bramley

November 8, 2014

Thoughts and prayers to you all.

Bettye Barnfield

November 7, 2014

To the Craig family. My deepest condolences on the loss of your loved one.
Bettye Barnfield

Kimm E. Gorman and family

November 7, 2014

Keeping the entire Craig Famy in thought and uplifted in prayer. May God provide you with peace and comfort today and in the days ahead. I know she will be missed dearly.

Anita & Colonial

November 7, 2014

To the Craig Family --Condolence and prayers to all, during this difficult time. May God Bless you and keep you near his heart.

November 7, 2014

SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. MAY YOU DRAW CLOSE TO OUR LOVING GOD BY READING HIS WORD, AND FIND COMFORT IN THE HOPE THAT HE GIVES US ALL : OF SEEING OUR LOVED ONES AGAIN IN A BEAUTIFUL NEW PARADISE HOME HERE ON EARTH.

November 7, 2014

To the Craig family,
My condolences for your loss. Put your strength in the Lord during this time and my prayers are with you.

November 7, 2014

Mr. & Mrs. Keith Morrison Our love and sympathy goes out to the family.

Vanessa Stewart

November 7, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Harold (Brooks) Cartwright

November 7, 2014

To Alonzo and the bereaved family , I wish to offer you my
deepest condolences on your great, great loss. May the good
Lord shower you each one by one with his peace and comfort is my prayer. Take care and God Bless !!

Harold (Brooks) Cartwright

November 7, 2014

To Alonzo and the bereaved family, I wish to offer you all
my deepest condolences on your great, great loss. May you receive all of the Lord's strength and comfort is my prayer.
Take care and God Bless !!

Showing 1 - 21 of 21 results

Make a Donation
in WILLIE CRAIG's name

Memorial Events
for WILLIE CRAIG

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

Funeral services provided by:

Ellis Funeral Home, LLC

1021 E. Lewis Street, Fort Wayne, IN 46803

How to support WILLIE's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor WILLIE CRAIG's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more