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Craig "Dex" Bottorff, 65, passed away on Wednesday, October 25, 2023 in Memorial Hospital. His loving daughter, son-in-law, and Donna were all by his side during the last three weeks of his life.
Craig was born on September 9, 1958, he was preceded in death by his parents, Beryl and Doris Bottorff; and his niece, Beth Ann Bottorff Paczkowski.
Craig leaves behind his only daughter, Carrie Lynn Bottorff Culp (Ron); along with his lifelong companion and love, Donna Lynn (Ogren) Bottorff; brothers, Beryl Bottorff (Pam), Larry Bottorff; sisters, Nancy Richards (Dave), Carol Cukrowicz (Tom); and many nieces & nephews.
Craig retired October 15, 2023 from Lock Joint Tube, after 45 years. He leaves behind numerous friends during his 45 years there. He loved Gunsmoke and other westerns, fishing, golf, bowling, and grilling out. He also enjoyed throwing parties for his friends.
Friends and family will be received 10:00 am to 1:30 pm Thursday, November 2, 2023 at St. Joseph Funeral Home, 824 S Mayflower Road, South Bend, IN 46619. A Funeral Service will begin at 1:30 pm in the formal chapel. Burial will follow at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery.
Online condolences can be made at sjfh.net.
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Bryan Cybulski
November 1, 2023
He always gave you a tanger thats what i called it he would flip his fingers by your ear and it would hurt like hell miss you buddy rest in peace
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Linda Dunham
October 29, 2023
Carrie, Donna, and Ron: I am very sorry for your loss. - (Aunt) Linda
Kevin Ziegert
October 27, 2023
From my family to yours Carrie and Donna, please accept our sincere condolences.
May the good Lord help you both through the days ahead with great memories of the times you all spent together.
Love Always, Kevin, and the Ziegert family.
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