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William Craven Obituary
Durham
Mr. William Clayton Craven (b. June 3 1922) passed away at his home on Monday, August 10, 2015. Born in Guilford County, Mr. Craven was the son of the late Oliver Arnold Craven and Sadie Mae Spencer Craven. Mr. Craven was preceded in death by his wife, Louree Mooneyhan Craven. He was retired from a career as a salesman at Electric Supply Company and worked for many years as a car dealer transfer driver. He was 93 at the time of his demise.
Mr. Craven is survived by a son, William Clayton Craven, Jr. and his spouse Wendy; and by daughters, Dale Craven Koethe and her spouse Rob; and Alice Mikal Craven and her spouse Olivier Serafinowicz. He is also survived by 9 grandchildren, Zoe, Kasie, Paige, Shawn, Alice (spouse Chris), Tom, Eric, Ben and Doug as well as one great grandson, Landon.
A memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be sent to Learning Services-Carolina Regional Campus, 707 Morehead Avenue, Durham North Carolina 27707.
William Clayton Craven (Bill) served in World War II in the 82nd Airborne Division and later served actively in the OSS. He was an avid golfer at one time breaking the record for number of consecutive rounds of golf, playing at a local course from sunup to sundown. He also enjoyed a long and productive period serving as the assistant track coach at Northern Durham high school. He was an accomplished singer and painter and regularly sang in worship services for senior citizens in local hospitals and at the Veterans Administration. He was loved by his family and his friends and neighbors and will be deeply missed.
The family is being assisted by Clements Funeral Service, Inc., in Durham, N.C. Online condolences may be made at www.clementsfuneralservice.com.
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Pamela Craven
June 12, 2016
I am so sorry that I learned of Uncle Bill's passing so late....I think that us cousins have lost contact and I regret that we have. This makes me so sad I hope that one of you sees my message and contacts me as to all your whereabouts. You can reach me through Facebook...Pamela K Craven or email at [email protected].
Beth Clute
August 17, 2015
Bill - so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at theis difficult time.
Lisa Gupton
August 14, 2015
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this time. Deepest Sympathy
Janet Cheatham
August 13, 2015
I am so sorry to hear about your dad's passing. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Randy Jones
August 12, 2015
I am sorry to hear of Bill's death. I do not know the exact history, but I believe Bill and my Dad, Wendell Jones, were great friends for more than sixty years. I recall visiting when I was young in the 1960's. Ironically Bill died on the same date as my Dad, one year later. I know Bill will be missed by his family and others that knew him.
Bob Sorrels
August 12, 2015
I am sorry for your loss. Coach Bill was so good to me on Northern's track team. And Louree was such a good friend of my mother Ann. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jimmie Anderson
August 12, 2015
I am sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Bo Carrigan
August 12, 2015
I am sorry to hear about Bill. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. We worked together at Electric Supply Co. Bo Carrigan
August 12, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. We hope that a lifetime of positive memories soon bring you comfort, Dave and Lorrie Jones and Linda Dobso
August 12, 2015
I'm so sorry for your loss. The God of all comfort (Psalm 83:18) will help you through this difficult time.
August 12, 2015
Losing a loved one on death is always difficult. However, the God of all comfort is ready to give us peace.
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