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1969
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2018
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Christopher Craft Obituary
Born in Ithaca, NY on Dec. 25, 1969, he is the son of Stephen and Jill Craft.
Christopher enjoyed old muscle cars and was a lifelong Philadelphia Eagles fan. In addition to his parents, survivors include his former wife and the love of his life, Debra Blanton; their daughter, Melissa Craft; his siblings, Ron Craft and his wife, Sheila and Laura Whitworth and her husband, Tim.
Graveside services are planned for 2pm Saturday, March 17, 2018 at Sunset Memory Gardens, 8901 Lawyers Road, Mint Hill, NC 28227.
Contributions in memory of Christopher Craft may be made to the Urban Ministry Center, c/o Moore Place, P.O. Box 31335, Charlotte, NC 28231 or the Charlotte Rescue Mission, 907 W 1st Street, Charlotte, NC 28202.
Online condolences may be made at www.mcewenderitachapel.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Christopher Craft
March 17, 2018
Steve and Jill, our prayer is that God will be especially close to you and your family in the days ahead.
Budl Allion
March 17, 2018
Very sorry for your loss. Bud Allion.
Melanie and Tom Cusano
March 17, 2018
Steve and Jill, we cannot even begin to understand what you are going through in the loss of your son Chris but we do know that your trust in the Lord will be the strength that carries you through the hard days ahead. Please know that you and your family will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers.
March 16, 2018
Steve and Jill, We are so sorry for the loss of your son. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We pray God's peace for each of you in the coming days.
Ted and Sheila Kale, Charlotte NC
Terri & Donnie Hood
March 16, 2018
May you find peace knowing that he is finally at peace
Nancy and Chris Griffin
March 16, 2018
Our hearts cry out for you and your family. We pray our Heavenly Father will hold you in the palm of his hands and comfort you as you travel forward without your beloved son
March 16, 2018
Steve and Jill, we are so sorry for your loss, please know you and family are in our prayers. Jim & Joyce Cox
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McEwen Funeral Service-Derita Chapel6300 Mallard Creek Road, Charlotte, NC 28262
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