Carol K Craig

Scottsdale - Carol Kay Craig, age 91, went to be with the Lord on 30 December 2023. Carol was born 18 December 1932 to the late Robert and Helen Dunkel in Dayton, Ohio, and grew up in the small town of Brookville. Through her high school years and time at The Ohio State University, she threw herself into school and cheerleading with an enthusiasm that was a hallmark of how she would face life. On 15 November 1952, she married Malcolm Everett Craig, Jr., or Craig, as she would call him through their 71 years of marriage, partnership, and love. Over the next 20 years, Carol, Malcolm, and their growing family moved all over the country, initially with the U. S. Army and then with the corporate world before settling down in Phoenix, Arizona.

Carol's life was one defined by relationships, generosity, and determination, and she never hesitated to use the skills God gave her to help those she called friend; and she called many by that name. As a skilled, self-trained seamstress and with an eye for interior design, she was responsible for helping change houses into homes for countless family and friends over the years. Further, Carol intensely believed in and advocated for education, and particularly the importance of the sciences. She volunteered her time to many organizations throughout her years but was particularly passionate about her service as a board member for the Achievement Rewards for College Scientists (ARCs), volunteering for the organization for many years. With all that Carol did, both big and small, she faced it with determination and a generous spirit.

Carol's faith in God defined how she approached her life. She faced life with the confidence she knew only God could give and never hesitated to share the Good News with others.

She is survived by her son, Scott and his wife Jeri, her daughters, Laurie and Stephanie, and her son, Colin. She is also survived by her three grandchildren, Jaclyn, Cassandra, and McKenna, and her two great grandchildren, Fiona and Cole. She was pre-deceased by her husband, Malcolm, who died earlier in 2023, and her son, Brad, in 1994.

The family will be having a private service to be held in the chapel at Messinger Mortuary later this month. In lieu of flowers or gifts, the family asks that you consider a donation to one of Carol's favorite charities: ARCS Foundation Phoenix Chapter, https://phoenix.arcsfoundation.org or Arizona Poodle Rescue: https://arizonapoodlerescue.org

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy for the Craig Family may be shared at the Messinger Mortuary link: https://gb774.app.goo.gl/jmxcj