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Andrew Craft Obituary

Andrew (Andy) Shaun Craft, 26, of Roanoke, Va., left this world on Wednesday, September 17, 2008. Andy attended Virginia Western Community College, had a genuine love for animals and enjoyed horticulture and motocross. He had a sensitive soul and a kind heart. He is survived by his mother, Dawn Craft, of Roanoke; father, Phillip Wilson, of Roanoke; brother, Chris Craft and wife, Christie, of Elliston; half sister, Savannah Wilson; stepbrother, Phillip Hurt; grandparents, Marge Lugar, of Fincastle, and Lois Wilson, of Roanoke; and furry friends, Jake, Nell, Rosie, Stella, Ina, Sunny Boy, and the Fish. Also surviving are aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Graveside funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, September 20, 2008, in Sherwood Memorial Park with Dr. Ken Scoggins officiating. The family will receive friends from 6 to 9 p.m. on Friday, September 19, 2008, at Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131.
Published by Roanoke Times from Sep. 19 to Sep. 20, 2008.

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Cathy Ashby

December 15, 2009

Phillip,
I know how difficult it is to be without a son that you loved so dearly. Not a moment nor day goes by that your thoughts are not on the times that you shared. We ask ourselves why but have to take comfort in knowing that we will be with our wonderful sons one day. Unless you've been through such a tragedy, it is difficult to understand the heartbreak one goes through every minute of every day. Think of the past beautiful Christmas Holidays that you shared with Andrew and look at the pictures you have. I know this helps me as I know Jessee would want me to try and find some happiness with Earl and Andrew even though he is not with us now. My Pastor says that there is a thin veil between us and our loved ones in Heaven. They watch over us, protect us, and want us to be happy. Andrew and Jessee are smiling and wanting us to make the best of things until they welcome us with open arms one day in Heaven with our Lord Jesus. My thoughts and prayers will be with you during this Blessed Christmas.
With much love, care and understanding!
Cathy

Janet Alexander

December 13, 2009

Phillip,
I know the Holidays are hard. Just take comfort in the fact that Andrew is in a better place. His pain is gone, he is looking down on all of us and I'm sure smiling at some of the things we do and say.
You, Dawn, Vickie and Savannah will be in my prayers this Christmas Season.

Gregg Meisenzahl

December 12, 2009

Phillip and Andrew know that as the holiday nears that you both will be in my thoughts and prayers. Andrew you are in a very good place now and i am sure you are surrounded with love and many gifts from above. You will be joined by us all at the time we are destined to see you in the light.you are miseed and loved by all.

Phillip Wilson

December 11, 2009

Andrew, it has been over a year now and it is still hard at times. I only wish I had known how much pain you were in. I know that you had told me that it hurt, but I just did not know how much. I have always loved you and always will. Times have been tough for all the family. I know Savannah really misses you much. There is not a day that does not go by that I do not think about you. Many of my friends were very nice to make life a little easier at the time. I look forward to the day that we see each other again.
Love,
Dad

Christopher Craft

October 17, 2008

It's been one month today and we still mourn the loss of our special Andrew. I would like to thank everyone for there support and compassion and most of all the willingness to try and understand our loss. We have only lived our lives for a short time now without Andrew but for those of us that knew him as a Son,Close Friend,Uncle or Grandson and Brother still miss him as much today as the day we lost him and he will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers forever. See you in heaven...

Tracy Craft

October 6, 2008

Dawn, We are so very sorry for your loss. Tracy, Brady, Kasey and Cody

Phillip Wilson

October 2, 2008

I would like to thank everyone and here is a link to view pictures of Andrew.
http://picasaweb.google.com/pwwroa/AndrewsCollage#
or you can email me and I will send you the link. [email protected]

Teresa Fisher

September 26, 2008

Dear Phillip and Vickie,

My heart aches for your entire family. I was working with Vickie at the Hurricane relief shelter in San Antonio TX. I worked night shift...

I was brought to tears when they announced that Vickie had left and why.

I also have lost a son. My son was 20yr and away at college. He was killed in a car accident... His name is Nicholas R. Fisher. I felt the same feeling when they announced it to us at the shelter that I did when the police came and told me about my son....

Please know that you are in my daily thoughts and prayers. I did see Andrews picture... He is beautiful!

I read a book called, "The Worst Loss"... about losing a child... It really helped me in the most distraught moments since my sons death.

Love and Peace to you from Saginaw Michigan.

Lois Young and Spenser Hall

September 25, 2008

Dear Wilson Family,
We were so sad to hear about Andy. Spenser has some very good memories of Andy. I haven't seen him since they were all kids in school, along with Phillip. ( I've lived in Nevada for the last 10 years) Andy was a very sweet person and always had lots of friends. We will miss him and will cherish the memories.

Rachel Wise

September 23, 2008

I was a friend of Andy's. I am just so sorry. I will pray for your family.

~Rachel

Tracy Harding

September 23, 2008

I don't know your family personally, but I lost my son at age 24, and understand what you are going through. It hurts really bad, I feel for you all and extend deep sympathies.

Cathy Ashby

September 22, 2008

Phillip,
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. I remember Andrew as a beautiful blonde boy with the sweetest smile. Kenny adored him.
May the Lord give you some peace during these difficult days ahead.
Cathy Ashby

Kim Roberts

September 22, 2008

Andrew: I will alway remember the fun times we shared as you were growing up. You were such a joy to so many people. You will never be forgotten. Love, Aunt Kim

THE HURT FAMILY

September 22, 2008

To the Wilson Family, We didn't know Andrew but are so sorry to hear about your loss and wanted to extend our prayers and sympathy to you and your family.
Trish & Terry Payne &

Lora Lee Hart

September 22, 2008

Phillip, Vicki and Savannah,
I was so saddened to see Andrew's passing last week. My heart truly breaks for you. May you find strength in God's love through your many friends, and joy and comfort in your memories.
Barry, Emily and Noah Bedwell and Lora Lee Hart

Erica Price

September 21, 2008

Andy. Thanks for being such a great friend. Thanks for always giving me a shoulder to cry on. I cherish our friendship and all the times we spent together. You will be missed by many. I know you are looking down from above. LOVE YOU!!!

Caleb Craft

September 21, 2008

Some people can get over stuff easily but its hard for me to get over the fact that my uncle is not with us and we are very upset.
I miss you Andrew.

Connie Farris

September 21, 2008

Phillip,Vicky and family,
I am so sorry for your loss...If there is anything I can do for yall please call....I love you guys...

Kirk McGeorge

September 21, 2008

Philip,
I cannot even immagine the sorrow you're feeling right now. Just know that you, Vicki, Savanah & your mom are being held snugly in our hearts... and will remain so. Be strong, my Brother.
Peace & Love,
Kirk, Cath & Stuart McGeorge
s/v Gallivanter ~~~ _/) ~~~

Violet Sadler

September 21, 2008

Chris, I'm so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.Hold strong to you faith. God will see you through in your time of need.

Karen Burton

September 21, 2008

Kim,
My sincerest thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time.

Kat Lombart

September 20, 2008

Andy, you were always a wonderful friend to Ryan, even in his time of need. I thank you for that and will always remember you. May love and God be with you and your family during this time. You will be missed by many.

Amy Johnson

September 20, 2008

Andy will be missed terribly. Memories of times with him will comfort the ones that loved him the most.

Michael Martin

September 20, 2008

Chris and family,
Our prayers are with you today I didn't know Andrew personally but he souded like he had alot of love from his family. May god grant you comfort and give you strength to pull through this. Know he is at peace Chris.

Michael Martin

Tom & Donna Hensley

September 20, 2008

Phillip, Vicky, and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with ya'll in this time of deep sorrow...

Roy Kanode

September 20, 2008

Phillip and family,
The folks at Ridgewood Baptist extend our deepest Christian love and sympathy during this difficult time. Know you all will be in our ongoing thoughts and prayers.

STEVE SAMPLE

September 20, 2008

MAY GOD COMFORT AND STRENGTHEN EACH OF YOU DURING YOUR TIME OF LOSS. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY.

Trish Thompson

September 20, 2008

Chris, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.God comfort you.

Chris Hall

September 19, 2008

I'll always remember me, you, and fielding riding down brambleton that night acting crazy. You'll be missed.

Betty Hall

September 19, 2008

Phillip, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Buddy & Betty Hall

Jeremiah Bowling

September 19, 2008

God bless Andy, family and friends. Knowing Andy was a treat, and always be remembered.

Bethanie Lyn Lambach

September 19, 2008

I'm so sorry for your loss. Andy will always be remembered for the amazing man that he was. Love ya babes. You will never be forgotten.

Paula Meisenzahl

September 19, 2008

Phillip and Vicky
My thoughts are with you and your
family during this trying time. God bless all of you.

Jennifer Falls (Miller)

September 19, 2008

I can't express in words how I feel. My deepest regards to his family and friends. He was such a great person.

Gregg Meisenzahl

September 19, 2008

To all the wilson family who has been my extended family for a lifetime you will always be in my thoughts and prayers. May god shine down on you all and help you to remember all the good times and let the healing process begin.

love to all

Joan Thomas

September 19, 2008

My Prayers are with you in this time of sorrow.
Joan & Jr. Thomas

Keri Zeigler

September 19, 2008

Andy will always be remembered as a kind spirit and a good friend. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.

Chris Craft

September 19, 2008

words cant explain the pain I feel inside knowing I will never be able to see you again Andrew.. you are missed so much by us all and I want you to know how muched I loved you and you will never be forgotten in my prayers God be with you forever. love you always Chris

Mike Garrett

September 19, 2008

Please accept my deepest sympathy.

Bonnie Ollis(Carroll)

September 19, 2008

Phillip, Vicky and Family
Just know my prays and thoughts are with the family at this time.
God Bless you all
Bonnie

Doug and Brenda Yopp

September 19, 2008

We are so sorry to here about Andrew. Please let us know if there is anything we can do. May God be with you and your family.

Kenneth Mcneil

September 19, 2008

Phillip, Vickie, and Savannh, my heart goes out
to you.
Kenneth McNeil

Sara Thomas

September 19, 2008

I am so sorry to hear this about Andy. He was such a good person and definitely will be missed.

Richard Lingblom

September 19, 2008

my thoughts are with you today phil,please let me know if there is anything i can do.
rick lingblom

Janet Alexander (Ashby)

September 19, 2008

Dawn, Phil, Vickie, Lyn, Kim, Savannah, and Phillip:
My memories of Andrew are a sweet little boy with his Mother's eyes and his Daddy's smile. He has always had a special place in my heart.
My thoughts and prayers are with each of you.

Connie Booker

September 19, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I am so sorry for your loss.

Diane (Yopp) Arrington

September 19, 2008

Phillip, so sorry to hear about Andrew. I have alot of good memories of him. If there is anything I can do please let me know.

Carolyn Parr Craig

September 19, 2008

To the family,
May memories comfort and bring you peace.
Carolyn Parr Craig and Family

Judy & Chuck Blackwell

September 19, 2008

Our hearts were heavy when we heard about Andrew. Cherish the memories and hold him close to your to hearts always.
He is no longer in pain. We are thinking of all of you during these difficult times.

Kerii Austin

September 19, 2008

Skeetchy,
i know i havent seen you since i was little but i always aked my mom how you were. I cant believe this happend!! Ill miss you greatly!! Ill NEVER forget you!!! R.I.P

Angela Farley

September 19, 2008

You will be remembered in our hearts and we will carry your memory on through family and friends.
Robbie & Angela

Phillip Wilson

September 19, 2008

Andrew, we love you and miss you. You were special to us. Love, Dad, Vickie, Savannah, Phill, Rachel, Drake, Vaden, Granny Wilson, Grandaddy Wilson, Ina.

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