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Joshua Craig Obituary

Joshua D. Craig, 22

Joshua D. Craig, 22, Greenfield, died as a result of injuries sustained in a single vehicle automobile accident near West Point. on Thursday January 24, 2013.

Joshua was born in Bicester RAS, Upper Harford, England, September 5, 1990, the son of David Craig and Martina (Preston) Sternberg. He was a graduate of the American Schools in England, and was currently a student at IVY Tech in Lafayette in the HVAC Program.

Joshua married Jamey N. Sanchez at Plainfield, February 5, 2011, and she survives.

He attended St. Mary's Cathedral; loved the outdoors, martial arts, bow-hunting and hanging out with his children. Joshua was a very loving and caring person.

Surviving with his wife; is his mother and step-father, Martina and Scott Sternberg of West Point; his father, David Craig of Korea; four sons, Gabriel Craig, Nathan, Noah and Seth Stepler all at home; his sister, Jessica Craig, stationed at Ft. Bragg, N.C.; maternal grandmother, Delores Henry of Indianapolis; paternal grandparents, Ted and Emma Jane Craig of Columbia, Mo.; and a step-grandmother, Nancy Oakland of Destin, Fla.

Friends may call at the Hahn-Groeber Funeral Home, 1104 Columbia St., Lafayette from 5 until 7 p.m. Monday, with the Rosary service at 4:45 p.m. and a Celebration of Life Service at 7 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Mary's Cathedral at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Fr. Jeff Martin officiating, with interment to follow in St. Mary's Cemetery. If friends desire, memorials may be made to the Joshua Craig Trust Fund for his children. Memories and condolences may be left at www.hahngroeberfuneralhome.com.

Published by Journal & Courier from Jan. 25 to Jan. 26, 2013.
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Josh - Gabriel is taking KenPO karate just like his daddy. Last night I looked at him in his gee (karate outfit) and just knew you should be standing there with him instead of me and Scott or WITH me and Scott. I miss you so much son my heart hurts. Please stay with me and don't leave. I want to feel your presence with me all the time. I know it is selfish but I selfishly love my children. I want you both by me, laughing, and telling goofy jokes. So many people don't know what a treasure you were becausue asked for so little and never needed to be the center of attention. I love you and do me a favor....when Mom gets there soon, give her a hug and kiss for me. I love you Josh more than you will ever know. Mom

Martina Sternberg

January 29, 2014

You are missed bro

Nick

January 28, 2014

Happy Birthday my aweet angel. A precious and special life was born on 5 Sep 90. I cared for you and guided you and noow it is you guiding us to eternity. I love you my beautiful son. Mom forever

September 8, 2013

It has been almost 6 months and not a day....a second...goes by without thinking about you and how much I miss you and love you. Our family will never be whole again until we all meet you in heaven. I look forward to the day when I get to hug you and look in your beautiful brown eyes and tell you just how much I love you you and what a great man Gabriel has turned out to be...because YOU are his dad and because of your love for him. Josh, stay close.....I need you always. Your mom forever

Martina Sternberg

June 18, 2013

Son - You are so missed and so loved. I beg for God to let me dream about you at night and I wait until the day I can see your beautiful face and spirit again. I think of you always and pray for you and us. I wish you were here to help us all get through this horrific pain. I love you son. Always and forever. Mom

martina sternberg

April 30, 2013

Baby boy - I miss you so much. Words can't express the pain in my heart. You and Jessica are my life's joy. How do I live without you???? Pray for us Josh. I love you so much. Mom

Martina Sternberg

April 22, 2013

Josh - Just wanted you to know how much you are missed son. Your quiet strength and heart of gold, your selflessness, and compassion are lessons that you taught us. I love you so much Josh. My heart will never be whole again because you have part of my heart that only belongs to you, son. I love you. Mom

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Son, Love you and miss you every second of every minute of every hour of every day. I was looking in Gabriel's eyes this evening when giving him a bath and told him that he has beautiful eyes....just like his daddy.

Martina Sternberg

February 22, 2013

Hey son....just wanted to tell you how much I love and miss you...every second of every day. I am so proud of the person you were/are and thankful that God allowed me to be your mother for 22 years. The last thing you told me that dreadful night was "Mom. I am a grown man now you can rest!" You forget son, that you always have been and always will be my precious baby boy. Jessica, Gabriel, Scott, Dave, and I will never ever get over losing you when you had so much to live for and so much to give to this world. I see you and feel you all around, son. I think about our recent awesome trips to Disney World (with Gabriel) family trip to Gatlinburg, and your trip to Florida with Scott. I just wish we had more time son. I wish you could raise Gabriel and show him the way in this world, and I wish you and Jessica could tease and joke and give Scott and I a hard time when we were all together. I love you baby boy. See you in my dreams.

Martina Sternberg

February 21, 2013

To Josh-how I wish I could had met you. It sounds like you were an amazing human being, just like your family. I know your family is in a great amount of pain,which is understandable, but I will try my best to keep in touch with them & give them the support and love that they need as that's how I was blessed when I lost my daughter. It will take some time but through God all things are possible!
To Martina & Jess-I know it seems like you will never have your life,smiles,& laughter back, but you will. Just remember, everyone heals differently, we all need to stay healthy for each other, and one day we will be reunited with our loved ones. Please call us anytime! You have my number...love you all very much! God Bless.

Dannette/Jay/Brittany Vega

February 20, 2013

Missing you everyday Joshua!!

Jessica Craig

February 20, 2013

My sincerest and heartfelt sympathy to Tina, Jessica and the rest of Josh's family.

Jodi Taylor-Ybarra

February 15, 2013

Son, I am sorry I am just leaving a message here. It has taken me this long to read any of the messages. I just didn't want to believe it. Josh - you will be missed more than words can say. My heart breaks for the times we will not share and smiles for the 22 years we have shared. You are far to good for this earth, my sweet angel. I love you Joshua David Craig and I have loved you since before you were born. I will love you for forever and I will tell you how much I love you every day of my life. I know the day will come when I smile and laugh remembering you more than I cry but that seems very far off right now. I can't say that I want just one more smile or hug from you son because even that wouldn't be enough. You and your sister are my world my sweet baby boy. We will never ever forget you and we will make sure Gabriel and everyone knows what an amazing, selfless, fun, beautiful soul that you always have been and always will be. Joshua, my sweet baby boy, I love you with every breathe that I take. Your mom and biggest fan....always and forever.

Martina Sternberg Mom

February 15, 2013

miss you more than words can say your warm loving spirit lives on thru our son ....I love you

jamey craig

February 12, 2013

Still thinking about you Buddy!

Dad

Dave Craig

February 9, 2013

I love you

February 3, 2013

I miss you Son! Love You so much! Will think about you every single day!

DAD

Dave Craig

February 2, 2013

I am so sorry to hear about this and didn't find out about it until today. My sympathy goes out to his family. I went to school with him in the HVAC program at ivy tech. My thoughts and prayers go out to you all.

melinda meacham

January 31, 2013

Thinking about you lil brother

J Craig

January 29, 2013

For the ones who loved Josh, Ron and I are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and hope my prayers will help you through this most heartbreaking tragedy.

Teresa Kribbs

January 29, 2013

We are so sorry to hear about Josh. Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family during this time.

Chris and Gerrin Preuitt

Gerrin Preuitt (Kribbs)

January 28, 2013

Our hearts go out to Scott and Martina and the rest of the family. You are in our prayers. Please let God comfort you, as He loves you so much!

Robert & Teresa Hullinger

January 28, 2013

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Jim Newman

January 28, 2013

I am so stunned for you and your family. Wishing you peace and strength on this difficult journey.

Gail Schrader

January 28, 2013

Joshua you came into my life when I thought the darkness had taken over ...you brought so much love and happiness with every touch you took my boys and loved me as they were your own..they miss you so much as I cant even put into words how much I need you...to be here helping me raise our beautiful baby boy and nathan noah an seth...Life will not be the same but I will do what you would of wanted me to and raise them to just like you..This pain is so hard to bare I dont want to let you go but you are in our hearts all our memories I will cherish forever I will love you always Joshua.

Jamey Craig

January 27, 2013

Joshua's South Korean friends are deeply saddened. Josh was a great friend and most of all a great person to all that he touched. To his family and friends we pray, knowing Josh is in good hands. GODSPEED. "Love you" man

Casey Jones

January 27, 2013

Josh you are and will be very missed. I am heartbroken you left so sudden. Many prayers go out to all your family and other friends. You are special in so many hearts and will always be in mine.

Krista Allford

January 26, 2013

Jamie, Josh will be greatly missed by those that new and loved him. I knew you guys for a short time, but had a great time at the Indians ballgame we went to last summer and met you there. May the Lord be with you during this time.

Betty Emery

January 26, 2013

Eric is heartbroken that he will not be able to attend the showing and funeral. His condolences goes out to Jamie and the children and his parents and his siblings. Josh will be greatly missed.

Eric Emery

January 26, 2013

Eric is heartbroken that he will not be able to attend the showing and funeral. His condolences goes out to Jamie and the children and his parents and his siblings. Josh will be greatly missed.

Eric Emery

January 26, 2013

So sorry about your loss. I can't begin to understand your grief. Really to young to leave us.

Butch & Anna Kribbs

January 26, 2013

So sorry for your loss our thoughts and prayers go out to you and the family. May the Lord give you peace and comfort you at this time of sorrow

Ken & Barbara Hall

January 26, 2013

The world became a bleaker place today. Josh was the light of so many lives. Always a loving person, a pleaser, a peacemaker. Our hearts have a big missing hole today. May your loving family and friends that have gone to eternal paradise ahead of us, welcome you into God's eternal light and help us cope and come to grips with this untimely loss. We love you Josh. Always have. Always will.

Gary and Liz Preston

January 26, 2013

To the friends and family-
I am truly sorry for your loss. Josh seemed like a great guy. I know my son loved coming over to play with the boys and often talked about how Josh joined in the fun. If there is anything I can do please let me know.

Heather Bullard

January 26, 2013

my heart is so heavy with this news. J.C. was a wonderful person. My prayers are with you all. he was a wonderful dad to my nephews and a great husband to my sister. I will miss him very much.

Carlie Rose

January 26, 2013

Martina, our deepest sympathy for you and the children. We will remember the time we went with you guys to the baseball game last summer. He will be greatly missed, especially by Eric, whom I will have to tell him today. May God bless you all and may He be with you during this time of sorrow.

Betty Emery

January 26, 2013

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your whole family in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

~Tammy Kern
Darlene and Jay's aunt

Tammy Kern

January 26, 2013

Martina,

We couldn't be more shocked. I remember how you always doted over your kids, including Joshua. If there is anything we can do, please let me know - and that's not an empty offer. We love you and will be praying for your family and you.

Ty & Kelli Shoopman

January 26, 2013

Danielle

January 26, 2013

He was a good man and will always be remembered<3 Jada Craft

Jada Craft

January 26, 2013

Martina and family,
Our deepest sympathy. Please let me know if there is anything we can do. Take care.

Sandy Dye

January 26, 2013

Just reconnected with you, little cousin. So sorry to see you go so soon.

No words will comfort those left behind. Just know that you are loved & are in all our thoughts & prayers.

Darlene Preston

January 26, 2013

Jessica Craig

January 25, 2013

Joshua David, I love you to heaven and back. I am holding it down for you now and I will get all of this set up for us. Don't worry, I am taking care of mom and everyone. I love you Josh, I miss you like crazy but most importantly, I will see you soon!!

Jessica Craig

January 25, 2013

I am Jamey's stepsister, Whitney. I'm so sorry for the loss of Josh. My thoughts & prayers are with the whole family. Love you Jamey & the boys.

Whitney Hunter

January 25, 2013

Martina & family,

Absolutely heartbroken to hear this news. My thoughts and prayers are with you; wish I had more to offer to help you through this tragedy!

Robin Paul

January 25, 2013

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