Craig Patrick Handzel obituary, Grifton, NC

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Craig Patrick Handzel

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Chris Gentiluomo

August 9, 2025

My sincerest condolences

Nancy Cox Marafioti

August 8, 2025

The last time we talked in person was outside the Post after Mom's memorial service. We put a lot into 20 minutes +/- I will remember that hug forever,Craig.
You were real...no pretense. Loved your family & friends and adored your children.
Peace, Craig.

Nancy Cox Marafioti

Sharon

August 3, 2025

6 months apart and always in my heart.

Chris Machold

August 2, 2025

Rest easy brother RIP

Mike Elliott

August 2, 2025

Rest well, Craig.

Sharron Moody

August 1, 2025

I recently met Craig at my brother's funeral (Jim Mallow) in N.C. They both belonged to a Veteran's Motorcycle Club. He was there for my brother and his wife in so many ways. I'm so sorry to hear of his passing.

Todd

July 30, 2025

Thank you for being a brother , a life long friend, and a mentor. You´ll be forever missed but definitely not forgotten . Love you man. Rest easy. God bless.

Michele Handzel

July 29, 2025

Mary Kay Vatalaro

July 29, 2025

To Craigs family and loved ones.. I wish all of you peace and strength through the loss of a truly great human being. I have never had one single encounter with Craig that I was not submerged in laughter and also respect for a person that was unapologetically himself. He is a true legend and will never be forgotten.

Curt byrnes, Susan Murray

July 29, 2025

Sad to hear the loss of Craig, we will never forget him. Always a smile, and good humor.another good one gone.rest in peace.

Melody (Rouse) Barnhart

July 29, 2025

The best friend of my brother Walt Fogarty, we met through school. Oh the shenanigans you got into. The warmest, funniest and smart person, you will be missed by so many. Get into more shenanigans with Walt and say hi to Toby for me. He was an awesome dog. My heart goes out to all the family and friends!

Melody (Rouse) Barnhart

Lisa Fraccola

July 29, 2025

Though I only knew you in our youth, you were always smiling and laughing. You made all around you laugh and your infectious smile will never be forgotten. Rest easy my friend

Ronnie Rouse

July 29, 2025

Didn´t have the privilege to know you but just a few months, but the times I was around you you were freaking awesome full of life and joy.

David Witte Jr

July 29, 2025

You always put a smile on my face ,through our childhood to following your adventures on Facebook. You will be sadly missed. RIP my friend.

Robert Smoczynski

July 29, 2025

Craig was not only a great man, but also a truly wonderful friend. His kindness, strength, and unwavering loyalty left a mark on everyone lucky enough to know him. I will forever cherish the memories we shared and the many ways he made life better just by being in it. Rest in peace, my friend you will be deeply missed, but never forgotten.

With love and respect,
Rob Smoczynski

Rebecca Handzel

July 28, 2025

Craig, you will remain a legend among the Handzels forever-thank you for always taking my call when no one else would ever understand, you will be missed

Rebecca Handzel

July 28, 2025

David Piperata

July 28, 2025

RIP my friend thank you for being a wonderful genius person will miss you. Dave( Peppy) Piperata.

Brandie Lee Field

July 28, 2025

You made me smile and I loved you like my pain in the knickers brother from otha bust chops and to give it right back to ya and then we´d laugh cause we both knew neither of us was gonna win!!! Plus everyone is watching now wondering WF!!!!! I love you forever my friend my brother and my heart goes out to all of your family!!! Rest easy window licker!!!!

Brandie Lee Field

July 28, 2025

Legacy Remembers

Posted event

July 28, 2025

Aug

9

Celebration of Life

2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Clonan Post 1000 American Legion

3454 Oneida St, Chadwicks, NY 13319

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