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Duane Craddock passed away on January 18, 2010 in Oroville California. Duane was born to James and Dorothy Craddock in Tennessee on December 8, 1945.
Duane served in the U.S. Army from 1963 to 1968. He became a Master Plumber and worked in the industry for 43 years.
Duane will be missed by his lifelong best friend, Anita Lopez and his children, James Craddock, and Tommy Craddock, all of Oroville, Audrey Sullivan, Carleena Allred, Joey Craddock, and David Craddock, all of Louisiana, Dorothy Davis of Fort Jones, and William Portilla of Los Angeles; along with his two sisters, Audrey Hussman of Sacramento and JoAnne Husser of Louisiana.
His funeral service will be held at a later date.
Arrangements are entrusted to Oroville Funeral Home.
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Joshalynn Mullins
January 17, 2025
Hey there, Granddaddy,
Hard to believe it's been 15 years.
I still think about you a lot.
I miss you a lot.
It's funny to think that even though it's been so long I still talk about you like you're still here.
I hope wherever you are that it makes you smile to think that I tell your stories to people. Just the other day someone I know mentioned loving M.A.S.H. and I was halfway through telling stories about how we used to watch the show with you as snot nosed kids sitting on the floor complaining and begging to watch cartoons before I realized what I was doing.
I hope you know you are a large reason of where and who I am today.
There are times where I sit back and wish so deeply to talk to you again. I miss your voice, I miss your sense of humor, I miss your cooking, I miss the habits you had, the way you grilled, I miss the way you'd take care of the yard, I miss the giant work room you had that you used to let me play in.
As a kid I didn't know what I had, having a granddad like you.
I miss you so very much.
I love you.
Joshalynn.
Lora Dell Craddock
January 31, 2023
Lora Dell Craddock
January 31, 2023
Craddock-Barber children
carleena Craddock
October 12, 2015
I miss you daddy.
Tanya Lopez
February 11, 2010
Grandpa Duane,
We were so lucky to have you in our lives. You taught me to love beer battered catfish, helped me learn how to draw, and showed me that a person can be lucky enough to have more than one wonderful grandpa in their lifetime. I am so glad to have known you. I love you, Grandpa.
Paige Mullins
February 6, 2010
Grandaddy, I know that most people are sad when a loved on dies, but I know that you are no longer in pain anymore, and that makes me happy.I remember all the times you were there for our family, watching over us and making sure that we had what we needed. As long as we have our memories I know that truly, you will live inside of us forever. I hope that somewhere in heaven you are watching out for all of us, keeping us safe. I love you and hope that on the great lake that is heaven, you catch a fish for me.
Joshalynn Mullins
February 6, 2010
Your eyes grew heavy,
your breath drew short,
yet in those hours you knew the truth, you saw the light flash before your eyes,
beautifully haunted memories swam to your vision,
a gun shot,
the warmth of a child in your arms,
the words your lover whispered to you in your youth,
the pit pat of the grandchildrens feet,
you weren't worried that you were going, you didn't care what you left behind, you were happy as your eyes drifted shut.
We your children, your ever lasting legacy,one day we'll find you' we all know it's true, one day we'll staand true just as you, 'till then we'll begin our lagacy that ultimately continues yours.
The Craddock line continues though the name will change I love you Granddaddy, I always will, until we meet again your loving granddaughter,
Audrey Hussman
February 6, 2010
Your the best brother and friend a sister ever had. Bubba you will always be with me. I meet you one of these days in a place we will have no pain. Your will always be my best friend. I love you and will always miss you.
Your sister Audrey, Always.
Catherine Wolcott
February 6, 2010
Good Friends are hard to come by. I know right now you are next to the best lake in the world, fishin. Save some for me.
Love you Dad,
Georgiana "Gigi" Bright
February 6, 2010
God looked around his garden,
And found an empty space.
Then he looked down upon this Earth,
And saw your tired face.
He put his arms around you,
And lifted you to rest.
God's garden must be beautiful,
He Only Takes The BEST......
Rest in peace Mr.Duane
Anita Lopez
February 6, 2010
Those few short years we had together were the happiest of my life. You brought the sunshine back into my life. You will always be with me. I know you are at piece now and with our lord. I love you.
Maria Portillo
February 5, 2010
Thank you for giving me William our son, our time together was short. May God bless your soul for eternity.
Colten Rios
February 4, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Colten De La Cruz
February 4, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Colin & Colby Del La Cruz
February 4, 2010
May God Bless each and Everyone in thier time of sorrow
Colten Rios
February 4, 2010
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Cameron Rios
February 4, 2010
you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Colten De La Cruz
February 4, 2010
May God Bless You And Our Family in This Time Of Grief.
May Our Guardian Angel Watch over you always.
Carleena Allred
February 4, 2010
Daddy, as much as I miss you in the flesh words just couldn't compare to the rest. I'm happy your now above me looking down to help cover me. When I need u the most, all I have to do is just hail up my glass for another toast. Acting as you were still here, but knowing your better your spirit is near. Loving you forever as do, I kind of feel better knowing too...now it isn't forever it is for eternity with you. Love you daddy as always now you have a much bigger job today... that would be to look after us... all the people you've left here to stay!
JOANNE HUSSER
February 4, 2010
MY DEAREST BROTHER I' WILL ALWAYS LOVE AND MISS YOU, YOUR LAUGHTER, SMILES, WARMTH AND LOVE.
DUANE YOU MEMORY WILL FOREVER BE IN MY HEART AND SOUL.
I PRAY YOU ARE FINALLY AT PEACE, WALKING WITH OUR MOM AND DAD AND COLLEEN.
TILL WE MEET AGAIN ONE DAY SOON.
I LOVE YOU.
I' AM FOREVER AND ALWAYS YOUR SISTER JOANNE
February 2, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
James Craddock
February 1, 2010
You will always be in my heart and in my thoughts. Thank you for always being there for me. I will miss you and forever keep you in my prayers.
Connie Portillo
January 31, 2010
I would like to express my love towards you, in such a short time I became fun of you, your loss is great felt and have brought tears to my eyes. I will always love you my father in law.
William Portillo
January 30, 2010
God allowed me to finally find you 5 years ago, so a month before your passing I could pray for you and express my love to you. Knowing you was a blessing and brought closure to my heart. I will always remember you in gratitude for giving me life. Rest in peace my Father.
John Parmalee
January 26, 2010
Well you were more of a Father to me than a Uncle...I hope you know just how much I loved you. I to will see you again one day...I will love and miss you...Love Lil Johnny(John Parmalee)
Dottie Davis
January 25, 2010
Live in peace with Grandmother, Daddy. You fought valiantly. I love you and will miss you.
Anitra & Specialty Pack
January 25, 2010
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
AUDREY SULLIVAN
January 23, 2010
I WILL BE ALWAYS THINKING ABOUT YOU AND KEEPING YOUR MEMORY WITH ME ALWAYS.I LOVE YOU DADDY!!!
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