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Craig Garvey Obituary
AGE: 64 • Denville
Craig R. Garvey, age 64, of Denville passed away on Tuesday, July 31, 2012. Craig was born in Pittsburgh, PA, lived his adult life in the Morristown, NJ area and recently relocated to Florida. He retired four years ago from Schering-Plough Pharmaceuticals (Merck). He enjoyed the outdoors, was an avid sailor and grew to love the game of golf. He had a wonderful sense of humor and the ability to make everyone around him laugh and feel comfortable. Having always been healthy, Craig's illness came as a shock to his family and friends. He was a loving and devoted husband and father, and an attentive son.
Craig is survived by his wife, Janice; his son, Christopher; his daughter, Erin Chilcoat, and her husband, Patrick; his mother, Bettina; his sister, Lynn Handford, and her husband, Andy; his nephew, Duncan Handford, and his wife, Kali. Craig was predeceased by his father, James.
Friends are invited to attend the closed casket visitation Thursday, Aug. 2, from 4 to 7pm, followed by a Funeral Service from 7 to 8pm at Tuttle Funeral Home, 272 Rt. 10 west, in Randolph (www.tuttlefh.com). Refreshments following at the family home. In lieu flowers, donations may be made to: ATTN: Gift, The Brain Tumor Foundation, 1350 Avenue of the Americas, Suite 1200, New York, NY 10019.
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Memories and Condolences
for Craig Garvey
Laura Hagan
August 7, 2012
Dear Janice and family,
I am deeply saddened to hear of Craig's recent passing. He was a joy to work with at Schering-Plough, always the professional and a great team member. My sincere condolences to you and your family.
Bernice Figueroa
August 5, 2012
I had the pleasure to work with Craig at SP. He was a great mentor, full of life, ideas, creativity, and happiness. Always thinking out of the box. He lead a great team. Truly a great experience that would never forget. Hope the best for his family and hope that they can find peace knowing how many lives he touched.
Rose Moehring
August 5, 2012
Jan, Christopher, Erin, aunt Bettina, Lynn, Andy, Duncan. We are all sending prayers, and hugs to all of you. You remain in our thoughts.
Rose, Marg, Judy, Lee and Bernadette
Kelly Lippe
August 4, 2012
May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared comfort you now and in the days ahead.
Arnold Rossi
August 4, 2012
My sincere condolences to the Garvey family. I had the pleasure of working with Craig for many years at SP and he was truly a great man and friend. Rest in peace Craig.
Charlie Pomel
August 3, 2012
Dear Jan and Family,
Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers go to you and your family at this time of sorrow. Craig will be missed.
Charlie and Donna Pomel
Leonore Witchey-Lakshmanan
August 2, 2012
Dear Garvey Family,
Losing a father and a friend is one of the truly tragic aspects of life. The grief and sadness is most profound. May you be comforted to know, at least, that Craig touched so many lives throughout his own life, including those he worked with at SP, such as myself. He was a pleasure to be around in so many ways. Our hearts go out to you in these difficult days and the days to come.
Douglas Kline
August 2, 2012
To the Garvey family: my deepest condolences. I worked with Craig for 16 years at S-P and really enjoyed our interactions; he was helpful, patient, practical, level-headed, and a lot of fun to be around.
Jon Knight
August 2, 2012
Jan, Chris & Erin,
You are in our thoughts and prayers, and I hope that you are able to find peace in this most difficult time.
I will never forget Mr. Garvey, or his kindness and generosity.
Jon
Joy Sylvester
August 2, 2012
To Jan and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. May your times together throughout the years serve as warm memories through the days ahead.
Much love, Janie.
Joy
August 2, 2012
Rest in peace Mr. Garvey. You were an amazing friend and Man. My thoughts and prayers are with the Garvey family during this difficult time and always. A place in my heart will always hold the memories of the sparkle of his smile, the colorfulness of his laugh, his witty sense of humor and the warmth of his touch.
Nance & Shawn (Cochran Hall)
August 2, 2012
Mrs. Garvey & Lynn:
We are so sorry to here about the loss of Craig. Please know you have our deepest sympathy. Our prayers are with you at this grievous time.
Stacy Graham
August 2, 2012
So sorry to hear about the loss of Mr. Garvey- I always enjoyed seeing him throughout the years. Thinking of the entire family during this difficult time.
Jack Rumph
August 2, 2012
Rest in Peace Craig. It was a pleasure knowing you.
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