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Craig Sadler Obituary

SSgt. Craig Jerome Sadler, lovingly known as “SAT” was born on December 26, 1977 and was called to his eternal rest on Monday, July 12, 2010. Craig graduated from Buford High School in 1997. Immediately after his completion of high school, he joined the United States Marine Corps where he has actively served for twelve years. During his course of service, he received numerous recommendations and awards of achievements such as becoming Lance Corporal and succeeding to become Staff Sergeant. SSgt. Craig Jerome Sadler leaves to cherish loving memories his mother, Carol Sadler of Buford, GA; father, Harry Radford of Buford, GA; son, Caden Jamal Sadler of Lilburn, GA; step son, Montae Bailey, Jr. of Lilburn, GA; grandparents, Kittye Mae Sadler of Buford, GA and Marion L. Radford of Buford, GA; sisters, Rhonda Cunningham (Maxwell) of Buford, GA, Ebony Sadler of Buford, GA, Ashley Radford of Buford, GA, Natasha Sadler of Buford, GA and Laquita Radford of Buford, GA; brothers, Andre Smith of Orlando, FL, Orenthal Bishop of Gainesville, GA; fiancée, Kristen Cork, of Lilburn, GA; and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, other relatives, and many dear friends. He was preceded in death by his sister, Melissa Ann Sadler. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, July 21, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. at Union Baptist Church with Dr. Kary Harris officiating. Interment will follow at Broadlawn Memorial Gardens in Buford, GA with full military honors. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Tuesday evening from 7:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Arrangements by: Junior E. Flanigan of Flanigan Funeral Home and Crematory, Buford, GA, 770-932-1133, www.flaniganfuneralhome.com .

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Published by Gwinnett Daily Post on Jul. 20, 2010.

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April

August 19, 2010

I got to know Sat when he was stationed in Beaufort, such a kind person. He will surely be missed and as for the family, you have my deepest condelences.

April

August 19, 2010

This took me as a shock, i spoke to Sat a few months ago and had no idea he had pass. He was a wonderful person and enjoyed life and the Corps, he will be missed dearly. May God watch over his family and keep them at a time like this.

Cindy Brunson

July 21, 2010

Our prayers are with you and your family Harry--I know Tommy and Craig will be waiting for us in Heaven. Cindy and Brad

Marisha Craigo

July 21, 2010

I was so sorry to hear about this. It is such a tragedy. Craig was a great friend to me back in the day and will definitely be missed. My thoughts & prayers are with the family in this tough time. God definitely got a good one!

Whitney Trail

July 21, 2010

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always, Sat.

Tammy "Peaches" Walker

July 20, 2010

To the Sadler Family.... May you find the peace of God during your time of sorrow. Just keep the faith and look the the Lord for your strength and understanding. May God continue to bless you all and keep you all in his care.

Erika Woods

July 20, 2010

Craig grew up to be a handsome, responsible young man. I especially appreciate his service as a marine because I am a sailor in the United States Navy. He will be missed. God's blessing and mercy to the Sadler family. With love from Kuwait. -Erika Woods

Christy Ingram Joiner

July 20, 2010

You are so loved and admired by your family and friends. I am so proud to have you as my cousin. Craig was a blessing from God, and we will honor his memory by leaning on one another. I am so very sorry that one of God's favorites has been taken away, but I rejoice in knowing that he was a wonderful son, father, brother and cousin. Craig's LEGACY will NEVER be forgotten. LaQuita, Ashley, Rhonda, Ebony, Tasha, and Chris - I love you and keep your head up. May God have mercy on us all.

Cielita Saussy

July 20, 2010

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

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