Photo courtesy of Davis Mortuary Service - Gretna
Marrero, Louisiana
Emmett Craig, Jr., at West Jefferson Medical Center, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, April 9, 2013. Husband of the late Irene Craig. Father of Toni Bartholomew, Gail, Geraldine and Emmett Craig III and the late Cynthia Craig. Son of the late Emmett Craig, Sr. and Rosie Hardge Craig. Brother of Albert Craig, Evora Savage, Rose Morris, the late Mozel Craig, Robert Craig and George Lee Craig. Also survived by a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Age 74 years. A native of Bolton, MS and resident of Marrero, LA. Emmett served in the U.S. Air Force and the U.S. Army. He was a retired truck driver for Gulf Supply.
Relatives and friends of the family, also pastors, officers and members of Second Zion Baptist Church and all neighboring churches are invited to attend the Funeral Services at Second Zion Baptist Church, 6520 2nd Zion Ave., Marrero, LA on Tuesday, April 16, 2013 at 9:00 a.m. Visitation 8:00 a.m. until service time at the Church. Interment: Biloxi National Cemetery, Biloxi, MS.
Arrangements by
DAVIS MORTUARY SERVICE, INC., 230 Monroe St., Gretna, LA. To view and sign the guestbook go to
www.davismortuaryservice.com
You have my deepest sympathy in the passing of Uncle Emmett. My prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. Praise God that Uncle Emmett is resting in peace that only God can give to those who faithfully serve him. Love and miss seeing all of you.
Your Cousin,
Pamela
Pamela Craig Lyons
April 16, 2013 | Fayetteville, GA
Bro Craig was one of the first ppl to greet me at SZ 20yrs ago. His gentle spirit and faithfulness will not be forgotten. Family take heart that our Father is near to comfort and cheer. Prayerfully yours,
Karen Common Knightshead
April 15, 2013 | Marrero, LA
The Staff of Marrero Healthcare offers our deepest sympathy to the Craig family.
Marilyn Jackson-Hudson
April 14, 2013 | Harvey, LA
My condolences to the Craig Family.
"Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal"
Gail and Emmett continue holding on to God's unchanging hands.
May God Continue to give each of you and your families strength and endurance to take this diffucult walk.
I love you guys.Due to the services being in the week I won't be able to attend but I will be there in spirit.
God Bless You All.
Regena Pellerin
April 14, 2013 | Lafayette, LA
