James L. Craven

Thank you for serving the city of Akron, Rest In Peace,
God Bless
Stephen J McGowan

Prayers to the Craven family. Sgt. Craven was one of the first supervisors I worked under. He was a strong leader and example to follow with his guidance to young officers. He served a fulfilling life and will be deeply missed. Craven and Brothers together again.
RIP Sarge.

Met Jim in 1970 when I was assigned to the 8p to 4a shift on APD a great leader and will be missed by all that knew him! RIP Brother!

Craven Family,

So sad to read about Jim. He was a legend around APD. One of my first Sgt.'s Jim and his crew helped a lot of us through our Rookie years and kept our heads above water. He will be missed by everyone of us and will never be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Rest in Peace Brother.

Jim Craven was one of the best supervisors I worked for on APD. He personally encouraged me to study hard for the Sergeants exam.

Jim was the best sergeant I worked for at APD. Condolences to Jim’s family.

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Sgt Craven my first Sgt when I came to Trick #4 at A.P.D.Many of a might after shift we would give the secret knock at the Wagon Wheel on Case Ave and the door would open . He's sure going to be missed.