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Bruce Craig Obituary
Mr. Craig, 51, beloved father and husband, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, August 2, 2005 at his home. He was born January 2, 1954 in Laurens, SC to the late Bill Craig and Ruby Gillespie Craig. Bruce was a graduate of East Mecklenburg High School and the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. He owned and operated Bruce Craig Surveying in Charlotte. He was a kind, generous, and compassionate man who was loved by all that came to know him. Bruce loved his family and will be greatly missed by everyone he left behind.
He is survived by his wife, Lynn Craig and their daughters, Erin and Catherine; two brothers, Mike Craig and his wife, Cindy and Scott Craig; sister, Reda Hearn and her husband, Mike; sister-in-law, Deborah Fisher and her husband, Neal; four nieces; and two nephews, all of Charlotte.
A memorial service to celebrate the life of Bruce Craig will be held 11 a.m. Friday, August 5, 2005 at Central Church of God, 5301 Sardis Rd., Charlotte, NC, with Reverend Jonathan Martin officiating. The family will receive friends prior to the service from 10 to 11 a.m. at the church.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to Hospice at Charlotte, 1420 East 7th St., Charlotte, NC 28204; Compassion International, 12290 Voyager Parkway, Colorado Springs, CO 80821-3668; or to the charity of the donor's choice.
Harry and Bryant Company is serving the family of Mr. Bruce Craig.
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Memories and Condolences
for Bruce Craig
Clark Neilson
August 31, 2005
Lynn, Erin and Catherine,
I knew your husband/father professionally as a surveyor and I was greatly saddened to learn of his death. Two years ago or so we worked on a project together and I want you to know that I was impressed with his professionalism, attention to detail and integrity. He spoke of a difficult time he was having but he spoke about his love for you all. I know he cared deeply for you all. May God bless you with His peace that passes all understanding for it is now that you need it most. I will continue to pray for this and for His healing grace in your lives. You will see him again!
Pat King
August 9, 2005
Craig Family,
Our sympathy to you on the loss of Bruce. I know he was very special to each of you---truly one of the good guys. We are sorry that we were out of town and could not join you to celebrate Bruce's life.
Lynn, I am so glad David and I saw you recently and had a chance to talk about the best of Bruce. You are in our thoughts.
Garry, Tracey, Garrett and Joshua Saffold
August 7, 2005
May the Lord Jesus comfort you Lynn, Erin and Catherine. May He wrap His loving outstretched arms around you and give you strength and peace. Erin, you and your family are so special to us at Central. Thank you for all your love and faithful service. Please know that we mourn with you in your sadness. We love you.
Mike Phillips
August 5, 2005
Mike, I am very sorry to learn of the passing of your brother. My prayers are with you and your family.
Debbie Mrozinski
August 5, 2005
Those of us at Foodman, Hunter & Karres would like to express our sympathies. Bruce was a light in the sometime dreary world of real estate and he will be greatly missed.
Karen Matthews Lizotte
August 5, 2005
To Bruce's Family,
I am deeply saddened to hear about Bruce passing so young. I will always have wonderful memories of him during our "School Years." He always made me smile and loved being with others. I am thankful I was able to talk with him and enjoy his company once again at our last East Meck. reunion. My thoughts and prayers are with you. He will always be remembered by others with a smile on their face.
Julie Lomas Lott
August 4, 2005
To Bruce's family,
Lynn, Mike & Scott may remember me only vaguely, but Bruce and my brother John were buddies in jr. high & high school, and into college. Bruce was such a likeable guy to be around. He patiently put up with us younger kids when he was a lifeguard and were the pests he had to watch over at the pool. He always had a smile. He had the most golden head of hair and it got quite long back in the 70s! I hope your memories of Bruce will comfort you in the days ahead. The Lomas family will always remember him fondly.
S & T
August 4, 2005
Lynn, Catherine, Erin and family....Please know that Bruce will be greatly missed by all who had the pleasure to know him. He was one of the most kind and generous souls we have known. We can find comfort in knowing his spirit will always remain with all of us and that he is in a beautiful place.
Don't cry because it's over. Smile because it happened.' Dr. Suess
Annelise & Carolanne Shelton
August 4, 2005
Lynn, Catherine and Erin,
We are thinking of you and praying that God will send you peace in this difficult time.
Cast thy burden upon the Lord, and he shall sustain thee: he shall never suffer the righteous to be moved
Psalm 55:22
With love,
Neal Broome
August 4, 2005
Lynn and girls, I'm saddened by Bruce's sudden departure from this life - but I rejoyce to know that he has a relationship with Central and a wonderful family. I'm sure he gave Jesus one of his biggest smiles when they continued their fellowship in Heaven. Please let me know if I can assist any way in helping Bruce's clients' work be finished. Carolyn and I will be praying for you. Neal.
Teresa Arim Fesmire
August 4, 2005
I was shocked to hear of Bruce's sudden passing. I knew him from high school, and have many good memories of him. I just wanted you to know many people will keep your family in their prayers.
Bo Gray
August 4, 2005
Lynn, Erin and Catherine: Bruce and I were high school friends. My mom, Betty Gray, is your former neighbor. I am so saddened and sorry to hear about Bruce. I echo what my good friend, Ralph Walthall, expressed about Bruce's fun-loving nature. I have a clear visual memory of Bruce etched in my brain. He is smiling that smile that was only Bruce's. My prayers and thoughts are with ya'll.
Greg Cox
August 4, 2005
Lynn, Erin and Catherine, while these are the toughest times in your life, you will be strengthened by your faith, friends, and family and of course the legacy and lessons Bruce shared with us all. Many of us were with Bruce at different times in his life but the one thing that is absolutely consistent among us all, was how Bruce always from the very first time he met you, had a way of making you laugh and enjoy whatever the experience. I like others, who grew up in our middle years with Bruce have memories we will never forget. I find myself sharing our stories on a regular basis. I know each of you feel the same. Having lost my father early in life, I know it is not easy, but if you remember all the good times and the lessons and guidance Bruce provided, you will live to be very happy as Bruce would absolutely want you and for all of us to be. That is Bruce!
Greg Cox
Ken Long & Patty Griffin
August 4, 2005
Lynn, Erin, and Catherine.
Your husband and father will be remembered by many for his kindness, thoughtfulness, friendship, and love. He was a great man and a great friend. Please know that he spoke of you all often and his words were alway of high praise. He loved and was very proud of you all. He will be missed a great deal but we should take comfort in knowing that he is now with his Maker.
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Julie Cliff
August 4, 2005
Lynn, Erin and Catherine,
Rich and I were so sorry to hear of your sudden loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Good memories will always be with you. Take care.
Rich and Julie Cliff
Page Parsons
August 4, 2005
Dearest Lynn, Erin & Catherine,
Our thoughts & prayers are will you all & your extended family at this difficult time; please know how many friends you have who are with you in faith, strength & love. I hope to see you when I am next in Charlotte. Prayerfully, Page
donna beckham
August 4, 2005
Lynn, Erin and Catherine, Bob and I sent our deepest sympathy. Chrisy does as well. I know it has been a lot of years since we have seen each other but you all remain in our prayers. Please let us know if we can do anything for you.
Ralph Walthall
August 4, 2005
I went to high school with Bruce. He was one of the funniest and most fun guys to be around that I have ever known.
Eric & Sinclair Lee
August 4, 2005
Lynn, Erin and Catherine - we loved Bruce dearly, he was at the top of our list of true friends...he will be missed!!! We send our love to you and will always keep you in our prayers - Love, Eric & Sinclair
Lynn Boyles
August 4, 2005
I wish for you strength and peace during this time. My thoughts and prayers are with you. With Love
Cindy Dawson
August 4, 2005
Lynn: Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Erin and Catherine! I wish I could be there on Friday, but you know I am with you in spirit. Stand strong like you always have, and know that your QC friends are there for you!! Much love, Cindy, Ed, May and Hood
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