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Robert Craig Obituary

CRAIG, ROBERT L., III (RET. LT. CHARLESTOWN POLICE DEPARTMENT), 51, of Audubon Dr., Wakefield, passed away on Friday, October 24, 2008 at South County Hospital, Wakefield. He was the husband of Roberta J. (Browning) Craig.

He was born in Providence a son of Robert L. and Ann (Murphy) Craig Jr. of Warwick. Mr. Craig was a Police Officer employed by the Charlestown Police Department before retiring last year with the rank of Lieutenant. He was a lifetime member of the Fraternal Order of Police and a member of the Friendly Son's of St. Patrick.

Besides his wife and parents he is survived by his son Robert L. Craig IV of Narragansett, his daughter Kelly Ann Craig of Narragansett and his stepson Jeremy Browning and his wife Kelly of Glastonbury, CT. He was the grandfather of Maeve Browning and brother of Michael Craig of West Warwick, Elizabeth Dunton of Narragansett, Carolyn Picozzi and Susan Almonte both of Warwick. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews and will be sadly missed by his many great friends.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Tuesday at 10:am in St. Mary, Star of the Sea Church, 864 Pt. Judith Rd., Narragansett and may call at the Nardolillo Funeral Home SOUTH COUNTY CHAPEL, 1111 Boston Neck Rd., (RT. 1A) Narragansett on Monday from 4-8 PM. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the R.I. Blood Center, 405 Promenade St., Providence, RI 02908.

Visit www.nardolillo.com for information and online condolences.

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Published by The Providence Journal on Oct. 26, 2008.

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Sponsored by F.O.P. Lodge # 40 - Charlestown, RI.

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Denny & Jane OBrien

October 31, 2008

Roberta-We are deeply saddened to hear of Bob's death. We will always remember his smile and hearty laugh. He was a great guy. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Please extend our sympathy to Bobby, Kelly and Family.

Rob Rainville

October 29, 2008

I met Bob Craig in 1989 when I was a reporter for The Narragansett Times, covering Charlestown. He impressed me as a good man and fine cop. When I left the Times, I had always wanted to contact him and see how he was doing. I was recently in Charlestown and heard that Bob had retired. Later, I heard of his passing. I wished I had known him better and stayed in touch with him. My sympathy to his family, friends and colleagues.

carlynne dunton

October 29, 2008

Uncle Bobby you are forever missed, the holidays wont be the same without your jokes and laughs.. nor will the summer on the boats but i love you forever and made you proud in court today. love you always and forever xoxo

Heather Whittier

October 29, 2008

Roberta,
We are so sad to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Love,
Heather and David Whittier

Brian & Mary Morrissey

October 28, 2008

Mike, Betsy and the Craig family
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your brother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Best regards,

Sue (Heilborn) Farrell

October 28, 2008

Over the years our families seemed to have gone separate ways, but we ARE still family!! My condolences go out to all, sad to say, my cousin passes and I know nothing of his life!! Nice to read all the condolences, sounds like he was a nice young man. Wish we were closer. My love to the rest of the family!!!

Josephine Jarvis (Heilborn)

October 28, 2008

I am sorry I cannot be there in person to offer my condolences. Although I have lost touch over the years. I never stopped thinking of you all.

Michael Picard

October 28, 2008

Jeremy,
We are sorry for your loss. Please give our condolences to your Mom.

Love,
The Picards

The Goddard School

October 28, 2008

Kelly,
We are so sorry to hear about your dad! Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Your friends at The Goddard School

joe kunz

October 27, 2008

Roberta,
Bobby was a very special guy to all of us here on Block Island.July 4th next summer won't seem quite as festive.We will miss Bob tremendously.
Our thoughts, and our prayers are with your family .
Joe Kunz, Justin Lewis, Ben Edwards,and the staff.
Block Island Boat Basin

October 27, 2008

We are so sorry for your loss.
Karen and Dick Cole.

Linda Chastain

October 27, 2008

To all the extended Craig Family -
My condolences to all of you at this sad time in your lives. May you find comfort in prayer and know that God will give you strength to move on.

With Sympathy,

October 27, 2008

Michael and Family,
I would like to send my deepest sympathies to you and your entire family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Just remember, He will always be in your hearts. Be strong

Cheryl (Start) Leonard and Family

Linda Weintraub

October 27, 2008

To Family and Friends,
Bobby will be missed by all that knew him. He gave us the gift of kindness and friendship and joy and laughter and his smile will be forever engraved in our hearts.

Patrick McMahon

October 27, 2008

May those who love us, love us;
and those who don't love us,
may God turn their hearts;
and if He doesn't turn their hearts,
may he turn their ankles
so we'll know them by their limping.
===========================
Bobby - you always went for their ankles ! God Bless ! RI Lodge #40 extends our deepest sympathies to your family. Rest in peace brother, and thank you for your service !

Timothy McNulty

October 26, 2008

Lt. Bobby Craig, please know ,I will forever charish the pleasure of having you as a friend, a role model, and just a supper human being who made me laugh countless times growing up at Glista's Automotive. Bobby, may Jesus be with you and your family. GOD BLESS, Tim

Bruce Rice

October 26, 2008

Roberta, I am so sorry to hear about your loss, he was much too young, hang in there.

Bob and Valerie Perry

October 26, 2008

Our deepest sympathy to all of you for the loss of Bobby. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Debi Perrone

October 26, 2008

Dear Bobby,

Even in my darkest hours; you were always there to rescue me and my daughters. I will remember you forever and pray for you and your families daily. When you see my dad tell him , "hi."

Lisa DiBello

October 26, 2008

Roberta and family,

Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Bobby was one of the "good guys" who will be missed by so many. I hope you can find some comfort knowing how loved he was.
Rest in peace Bobby.

Beth Lessard

October 26, 2008

To The Craig Family,
We would like to send you our deepest sympathy!
Our thought's and prayer's are with you at this very sad time in your life. Bob will be sadly missed!
Sincerely,
Wes & Beth Lessard

KRISTEN REINKE

October 26, 2008

CRAIG FAMILY: IT WAS VERY SAD TO GET THE NEWS ABOUT BOBBY,YOU ARE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS LOVE TO ALL

john glista

October 26, 2008

Bobby you were one of my best buddies,thanks for your friendship over the years,you were like a brother to me and will never be forgotten

stephan wucik

October 26, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Dawn McPhillips

October 26, 2008

We knew Bob
as loved one and friend,
giving service;
walking tall until the end.

Honor his memory
with sweet tender thoughts,
and we will keep a warm place
for him in our hearts.

A dedicated officer,
our family friend
he faught the good fight,
giving his life
every day and night

Do you hear his voice
a beautiful sight,
an angel beckoning
go to the light…

Rest in peace Bob, we will miss you!

Our thoughts and prayers are with you Bobby and Kelly. I know how much you looked up to your Dad, continue making him proud.

Dawn and Dave

john cummings

October 26, 2008

Bobby, I am going to miss you. I loved your easygoing style and your humor in all of us. God bless you.

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