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BORN
1962
DIED
2025
Craig Byers Obituary
He was born in Minneapolis to Orva "Bud" and Irene Byers on January 3, 1962. Craig is a graduate from Mound Westonka High School.
Craig had a successful career as a machinist and in telecommunications. Craig was a dedicated and loyal husband, father, and grandfather. He was an avid outdoorsman and conservationist. Craig's life could be heard through the music he often times played so loud. A provider, confidant, and friend, Craig was a self-taught, self-made man who shared his wisdom and knowledge to all who were around him.
Craig is preceded in death by his mother and father Irene and Orva "Bud" Byers; and sister Mary Jereczek.
Craig is survived by his wife Cheri of 42 years; children Nicholas (Nicole) and Ashley; and granddaughter Teighyn; siblings Melody Olsen, Betty (Larry) Kriedberg, Connie Byers and Bill (Wendy) Byers; and many nieces, nephews, family and friends.
A Celebration of life will be held January 25th from 1pm-4pm at The Buff in Big Lake.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
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Alan Hill
January 19, 2025
Craig and I were great friends during junior high and high school ! Went to all the parties and did a lot of fishing together along with Craig´s dad Bud ! I remember catching reek chubs and then heading down to the river to catch catfish! I remember stopping at the old Country Kitchen and having late night breakfasts after parties! I will always remember Craig coming out to Colorado to go Elk hunting with me ! One memory I will never forget is when we were 15 years old and both bought motorcycles, I was stuck in the mud and Craig came up behind me and I gunned it and covered Craig with mud head to toe ! We both laughed about that for many years after though not at the time ! I have several more memories of Craig and I growing up !! To many to share on this page ! I will miss him ! Alan Hill
Darlene Terrill
January 13, 2025
My deepest sympathies Cheri for the loss of your husband. 42 years of marriage was full of so many memories you will lean on now to help with this transition time. To Nick and Ashley - losing a father is never easy and for Teighyn remember all the good times you had with your grandpa. You were all very special to him. Nikki - prayers for you to have extra strength to support all the Byers family during this time. I know Craig was a big part of your life also for many years. Let me know if there is anything I can do to help.
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