Elwood, Indiana
1943 - 2007
Lee E. Craig, age 64 of Elwood died June 15, 2007 at Riverview Hospital in Noblesville after a brief illness. He was born May 13, 1943 in Elwood, Indiana. He worked for Guide Lamp in Anderson for 33 years where he was a supervisor before retiring in 2001. He was a member of the Aroma United Methodist Church. He was a 1961 graduate of Frankton High School. He was a member of the American Legion in Frankton and Anderson, Past-President of the Elwood Lions Club, Past Exalted Ruler of the Elwood Elks Lodge # 368 from 1984 to 1985 and Tipton Moose Lodge. He loved NASCAR and fishing, he was an avid Dale Ernhart fan.
Suriviors include: Mother – Illa Jeanne (Hester) and husband Bruce Gage of Elwood; Wife who he married October 20, 1978 – Sue H. (Humerickhouse) Craig of Elwood; 2 Daughters – Nikki and husband Anthony Morris of Orestes and Jana Craig of Anderson; Brother – Lindon and wife Ann Craig of Muncie; 3 Granddaughters – Kaleigh Morris of Orestes, Gen`e Milton of Anderson and Cole Morris of Orestes; Nephew – Alex Craig of Muncie; Several Nieces and Nephews; All of his friends at My Favorite Place in Elwood, Bernie’s in Frankton and American Legion in Frankton and Anderson. He was preceded in death by his father – Gilbert H. Craig
Funeral Services will be conducted at 7:00 PM Thursday, June 21, 2007 at Copher-Fesler-May Funeral Home in Elwood with Rev. Gary Elston of the Aroma United Methodist Church officiating. Burial will take place at a later date. Visitation will be held from 3 to 7 PM Thursday, June 21, 2007 at Copher-Fesler-May Funeral Home. Elwood Elks Lodge # 368 will conduct a memorial service at 7:00 PM Thursday, June 21, 2007 at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Aroma United Methodist Church through the funeral home. Online condolences may be made to the Craig family at www.copherfeslermay.com
Dear Susie and Nikki,
We think of you often and hope you are learning to cope with Lee's passing. We are so very sorry we were unable to get there this past year to be with all of you. We will miss our friend Lee. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you and we'll talk with you soon. Becky and Jerry Fuller
Becky Fuller
July 13, 2007 | Panama City Beach, FL
My buddy & friend, Susie. We have been friends since Nikki was 3yrs.old. I remember the good times we all had together. We will miss him. You & Nikki are in our prayers. We love you. We will be there for you if you need us. Love, Your friends & BUDDIE. Love, Linda & Bill
LINDA & BILL FERN
June 24, 2007 | DAVENPORT, FL
My Sympathy to all Lee's Family,May God give You all strength.I will miss My Friend Lee as well,We will all meet again.This is God's promise.
Wally & Flo Covington
June 21, 2007 | Frankton, IN
To Lees family, we are very sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers.
Ed & Judy (Blaylock) Beck
June 20, 2007 | Elwood, IN
Dearest Sue,
We LOVE YOU and you are in our thoughts and prayers! Nikki, too!
Lee was a great guy! I just don't know what to say. I will just have to say it with a HUG, when I see you.
Love, Hugs, and Prayers, Always & All Ways,
Lynn, Larry, Mike and Megan
Lynn & Larry Hornbeck
June 19, 2007 | Anderson, IN
To Lee's family Pauline and I send our deepest sympathy during this time of your grief. I remember Lee from our growing-up years in Aroma. The Lord bless you and keep you.
Meredith Rupe
June 19, 2007 | Boyne Falls, MI
My deepest sympathy to Lee's family. I worked with him several years at Guide, and have many fond memories. He was a great guy who will surely be missed.
Cathy Jefferson
June 18, 2007 | Indianapolis, IN
Sue,
So sorry to hear about your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Pam Spall
June 17, 2007 | Leesburg, IN
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Lark and Charlene Hillard
June 17, 2007 | Anderson
