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CRAIG LANCASTER Obituary

SKOWHEGAN -- Craig A. Lancaster, 59, of Skowhegan died unexpectedly on Jan. 6, 2013, in Skowhegan. He was born March 7, 1953, in Skowhegan, a son of Carroll Lancaster Sr. and Earleen (Davis) Lancaster.

Craig attended Skowhegan schools. His first job as a teenager was working on Orris Hewett's farm. Later on, Craig worked for many woods businesses including Walter Parlin, Bruce Shaw, Ed McCarthy & Grandsons, and Stubby Viles Logging. Craig also worked for Vacuum Systems and Walker Industries.

In recent years, Craig could be found helping his brother Randy with many projects. He was also a big part of the racing family; he loved being part of the new "Race Shop" and at the racetracks helping and watching his nephews Butch, Chris, Corrie, Bryan and Dylan. He also enjoyed watching his brother Jeff at the pony pulls. Most of all, Craig loved spending time with all of his family and friends.

He is survived by four brothers, Carroll "Rick" Jr. and Ellen Bubier, Randy and wife, Nancy, Tim and Karen Robinson, and Jeff and wife, Laura; a sister, Marion Moore, and husband, Lonnie; nephews Butch (Karen) Lancaster, Christopher (Kari) Lancaster, Eddie Lancaster, Tim (Jamie) Lancaster, Corrie Moore, Bryan Lancaster and Dylan Lancaster; nieces Mandy (Chris) York, Casey (Jessie) Seavey and Courtney Lancaster; great-nephews Brandon Adams, Zachary Lancaster, Kaleb Moore and Austin Lancaster; great-nieces Jody (Glenn) Rose, Kristy Lancaster, McKayla Lancaster, Malynn Lancaster, Haylee York and Alexis Lancaster; as well as great-great nephews Kaden Rose, Jayce Rose and Gage Lancaster. Craig was predeceased by his parents, Carroll Sr. and Earleen Lancaster.

There will be no funeral or visitation hours. A graveside service in the spring will be at the convenience of the family.

Arrangements are under the care and direction of Dan & Scott's Cremation and Funeral Service, 445 Waterville Road, Skowhegan.

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Published by Morning Sentinel on Jan. 9, 2013.

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connie abbott

January 10, 2013

rick,randy, tim,jeff ,merion, & your familys, .sorry to hear of the passing of craig. hold on to your memories.

connie abbott

January 10, 2013

to rick,randy,tim,jeff,marion,&family sorry to hear of the passing of craig.hold on to your memories.

Lee & Glenda Longe

January 9, 2013

Randy,Nancy, Boys and all the Family, Having lost a brother some while ago myself, I can understand the pain felt at this time. God will strenthen you all from this, and know you are in our thoughts and prayers.Craig was truly a fun person to know.

January 9, 2013

To the entire Lancaster family - We are very sorry to hear of the passing of Craig. May memories keep you strong. So hard to lose a brother or sister, especially so suddenly. Our thoughts are with you. Dan & Kim Gray

Rick & Lori French

January 9, 2013

Jeff and Laura, We are so sorry to hear of Craigs passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Rines family on Dawes st.

January 9, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers to the Lancaster family.

Mary Pinkham

January 9, 2013

To all of you..my heart and thoughts are with you..Craig sure did think the world of his family..will miss seeing him around family BBQs and holidays...Rest easy Craig

January 9, 2013

sorry for your lose my heart gos out the family renee carter anson me

January 9, 2013

we are so sorry for craigs family walter parin and family wants you to know we are thinking about you walter parlin and family anson me

gerald a boulette

January 9, 2013

randy and family,
such a shock to hear of craigs passing.seems so i just talked to him two weeks ago.again,, my thoughts are with the family.they say the good die young,,well thats true in craig.very sorry about his passing.

Angela Moody

January 9, 2013

To the Lancaster family, I am so sorry for the lose of your loved one. Hold onto all those great memories of Craig; as there are many. Love and Hugs.

Lisa Salisbury

January 9, 2013

Although I haven't see Craig in about 12 yearsI remember him to be a very happy and funny man, he will be missed.

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