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Vasile Craciun Obituary

Vasile "Bill" Craciun 84, of Tucson, died Wednesday, March 16, 2011 at Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation Center due to complications from a stroke. Born in Dostat, Romania, Bill's dream was to be his own boss and to move to America. After meeting his wife in Moselle, France, Bill and his wife settled in Canada where he worked at a brick factory while apprenticing as a jeweler and watch maker. In the late 1950's, Bill opened his own jewelry and watch repair in New York City. Soon after he realized his second dream and became a U.S. citizen. Bill raised his family in New York City before settling in Tucson in the late 70's. Bill is survived by his wife, Arlette and three children, Martine, Claude (Denise) and Michele (Cliff); loving grandchildren, great- grandchildren and family in Romania. In lieu of flowers, his family has requested that donations be made to the Tucson Community Food Bank (communityfoodbank.com). Arrangements by DESERT ROSE CREMATION AND BURIAL.

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Published by Arizona Daily Star on Mar. 20, 2011.

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Thanh Le

April 14, 2011

Michele,
Your dad sure was a handsome man! I hope that you and your family will find peace and comfort in knowing that his suffering is over. You have my deepest sympathy.

Michele O'Key

April 4, 2011

Josie & Sandy,

Thank you so much for your kind words. I think I can speak for my brother and say that we both take comfort in knowing our father has moved on to a place so much better than this life can offer. He always spoke about how much he missed his dad (who died when my father was only seven years old) and now he is with him!

Josie,
It's been way too long since we've talked and would love to hear from you. Feel free to contact me at [email protected].

Sandy Dykstra

March 21, 2011

Claude and Family,
My condolences to you with the passing of your father. I hope you find strength in the knowledge that he is no longer suffering and is now at peace.
I'm thinking of you in this sad time...

Josie Romero-Rodriguez

March 20, 2011

Michelle, Claude my sincere condolences go out to the both of you. I am truly sorry about your fathers passing. He is now in a better place where he is not sick and is healthy once again. This place is the place where we will all be once we leave this world we call it Heaven. I have thought of you through the years and wish we could see each other once again. Love you my friend. Please e mail me to let me know how you have been. Again my sincere condolences and may you find comfort in the Lord for He helps us through the hard and sorrowful times.

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