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Curtis Craig
1942 - 2001
Curtis Craig
1942 - 2001
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BORN
1942
DIED
2001
Curtis Craig Obituary
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Patty Lea
September 10, 2001
Dear Sharon,
I just heard about your sadness by email from Steve T. I can only echo the many other comments you've received by suggesting you remember the great times that I know you and Curtis shared. I wish you peace. We really ought to have a FICAL reunions sometime. Take care, Patty
Cheryl Craig Lockett
September 5, 2001
Dear Aunt Sharon & Kurt,
My deepest condolences to you. I was not informed of Uncle Curtis'death until late. I am regretful of the news. Clyfton & I wish we could have been there for you both. Our prayers are with you. We love you both, and our Uncle Curtis very much.
Cheryl Craig-Lockett & Clyfton Willard
LEDA SHARP
September 2, 2001
I WOULD LIKE TO GIVE THE FAMILY OF CURTIS CRAID MY SINCERE SYMPATHY AND CONDOLENCES. I DID NOT EVEN KNOW THAT HE WAS ILL. PLEASE KNOW THAT MY AND MY FAMILY'S THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.
Bobby Hunt
August 25, 2001
Sharon -
My deepest condolences to you & the entire Craig Family - Curtis & I go back to the 1st grade up through college - As you know we were roomates together in Fresno right after High School - All thoughout the years we have always kept in touch - My friendship with Curtis entends to more than 50 years & at least 25 with the two of you - I will continuously pray for you & the entire family - For Curtis, I will always remember all the great times from childhood throughout adulthood - Sharon, God Bless You Always -
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Kay Chapman
August 23, 2001
I also did not know Curtis too well, but I got to know you, Sharon, better in Soroptimists. Cancer is such a terrible disease; I'm so sorry it has taken away your wonderful companion. Jerry and I also enjoyed seeing the two of you at almost every function we attended. You were great on the dance floor and a pleasure to watch.
May your special memories be of great comfort to you in this most difficult time.
Kay Chapman
Darrell & Terri Beckman
August 22, 2001
Darrell & Terri (Stout) Beckman
Nancy Brown
August 22, 2001
Sharon:
Did you know how loved Curtis really was? For those who stood up at Curtis's funeral with a testimony of the love and friendship for him was just what everyone else there felt in their heart. Whenever anyone met Curtis they couldn't help but love him. You both were great neighbors to me and of course we have an abundance of memories which I've always cherished. Great laughs, dancing, talks, partying - times that few neighbors share.
Thank God that He gave us memories. We can remember and share special times that will keep Curtis in our hearts forever.
Sharon, please remember I'm only a couple of blocks away. Please call if there is anything you need. Ray and I are always available and willing to help out. Our sincere thoughts and prayers and with you and Curt.
Love,
Nancy and Ray
Jim & Marilyn Scott
August 21, 2001
Sharon = I was sadden to hear of your loss. Curtis always had a smile for everyone. He will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time.
Bob and Jan Salles
August 21, 2001
Sharon -- Please accept our sincere regrets and sympathy for your loss of Curtis. We were shocked to hear of his passing, as we weren't aware of any illness. We will always remember Curtis as our smiling, congenial neighbor across the back fence . . . as well as a graceful and entertaining dancer! He will be missed.
With care and sympathy, Bob & Jan Salles
Twila Stout
August 21, 2001
Sharon, poor health kept me from attending the services for Curtis, but he was in my prayers and in my heart. Curtis was a gift to his friends and his family and one that I truly treasured. His smile and his cheerful greetings always brightened my day whenever we met. In this time of grief and loss, you know that are many friends who love you and share your pain. They are there for you to turn to for comfort, for suppost and strength. Your memories of Curtis and the special occasions you shared are blessings for you to draw upon. Thank you for sharing some of those times with me and my family. We love you, we care and please call upon us for anything you might need. Keep in touch and let me know when you feel like company. Love Twila
Jeff Denno
August 21, 2001
Dear Sharon,
I really didn't know Curtis that well, but we kept running into you and Curtis at community functions. Curtis was always a delightful and kind man and brought joy to those around him. I was saddened to read about his death. My sympathy to you and your family.
Jeff Denno
SONYA ADAMS
August 21, 2001
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO SHARON AND KURT. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.
Robert Love-Burris
August 21, 2001
Sharon,
While we don't know the perfect words to say or the exact thing to do to comfort you, we want you to know how sorry we are to hear of your loss. Our warmest thoughts are with you.
Sometimes a strand of sorrw is added to God's plan, and though it's difficult for us, we still must understand that it's He who fills the shuttle, it's He who knows what's best, so we must weave in patience and leave to Him the rest.
God Bless you,
Cousin,
Robert Love Burris
Nicole Silveira
August 21, 2001
Sharon-
I am sorry I could not pay my respects at Curtis' funeral, but I want you to know you have my deepest sympathy and my prayers are with you.
With Love,
Nicole
Paulette & Joe Silveira
August 20, 2001
Dear Sharon,
My love goes out to you at this devasting time in your life. You know, they just don't make many like Curtis. What a true gentleman he was. You were both blessed with a deep love for each other. It saddens me to think Merced will not be seeing that glamourous couple out on the dance floor, and more importantly that you have lost your best friend. What a legacy he leaves behind...dancing with every woman in Merced was quite an accomplishment! It didn't matter if they were young, old, skinny, or fat...Curtis made us feel like a queen as he twirled us around the dance floor. Thank you so much for including us and our children in your lives. Curtis and you were the most gracious host and hostess that anyone could ask for.
Remember Sharon, your friends are here for you..today and the tommorrows. You were both so strong and brave throughout his illness. Curtis is at peace now, and we thank God for that, and we want to make sure that you are taken care of too.
Love, Paulette, Joe, Nicole, Ashley, and Adam
Alice Dixon
August 20, 2001
Sharon:
My deepest sympathy and prayers are sent to you and your family. Curtis was one of my favorite nephews as you know. May God Bless you and give you strength.
Love,
Aunt Alice
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Steven Beckett
August 20, 2001
Sharon, My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your loved ones. I'll never forget the good times we shared. We'll all miss Curtis.
Marty and Jesse Gonzalez
August 20, 2001
Dear Sharon: Jesse and I are saddened by the passing of Curtis. I know Jess spent time with Curtis when you lived near us off off El Portal. He enjoyed his company. I know you will miss your dance partner, husband and friend and we will miss admiring the two of you dancing at functions. How in sync you two were. Although I only know you in passing, I want you to know that I am so sorry for your loss. If ever you need someone to talk to, I hope you will call.
delores mills
August 20, 2001
To the family of curtis craig you have my deepest sympathy and god bless.
Steve Teranishi
August 20, 2001
Dear Sharon:
Words cannot begin to express our sorrow at Curtis' passing. We will all miss the numberous fun times shared with so many friends at parties and dances throughout the area. I'll miss his sense of humor and quirky, impromptu poetry. And, of course, we'll all miss the awesome sight of the two of you dancing up a storm to some great dance music. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
Love,
Steve Teranishi & Valora Trammell
Lewis Wiley, Jr.
August 20, 2001
Uncle Curtis,
I agree a 100% with my cousin Carla when she says no matter what was going on, Uncle Curtis never allowed any family junk to come between his relationships with nephews and nieces. As a kid, he always gave me a ride across town after I played basketball at Merced College. Never let me go home on an empty stomach. Never let me go home without a laugh or two. And it meant a lot at that stage of my life. Uncle Curtis didn't know it, but he was one of my role models. He will definately be missed.
Sharon and Kurt, I love you dearly and you will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers.
Lewis Wiley, Jr. aka "Louie"
David & Linda Bruce
August 19, 2001
Dear Sharon:
Since you had both moved from our neighborhood, we became too busy with problems in our own little world and lost contact with you verbally, but never out of our thoughts. Our apologies for not staying in contact with you both, and that it is under these circumstances that we come together.
You both were so kind to our entire family when we first moved in next door to you and made us feel welcome. Curtis was always helping us out when we re-landscaped our yard or anything else we did without asking him for help. I can't remember once him not offering a lending hand or offering us the use of your pool anytime we wanted, and yet the man never asked for anything in return. David always said, "I'll never be able to get one up on Curtis!" He always gave of himself and you always knew that he would be there to help any way he could and during these times, men like Curtis are a rarity!!
You both made a unique couple and lived each day to its fullest and enjoyed it. You both had a special way of making people feel welcome at anytime at your home and never made us feel as if we imposing. Sharon, you never thought twice when anyone stopped in and adding a few extra places at the table for dinner.
You and Curtis complimented one another and were happy to be together and we genuinely felt it when we were around you.
I thank God for taking Curtis so he no longer feels pain, but he is whole and happy now. I can't imagine how you feel and how to help you. Curtis will always be beside you and in your heart, and you will have the good times to help ease the pain and put your self in God's hands and let him help you live one day at a time. God Bless you and watch over you!
Love,
David and Linda Bruce
Kent Craig
August 19, 2001
My Uncle Curtis will be dearly missed. His death comes as a big shock to me, my sympathies go out to my cousin Kurt, to his wife Sharon.
Dee Tatum
August 19, 2001
Sharon,
This is to the man that I could and always did call friend. More importantly, this is to the man that could and did help me put together many projects when he did not have the time or the inclination. This is the man that if you did not see him for 6 months or 1 year you were alwyas welcome to share whatever he had, or whatever he could go get for you.
This is a man that if I had an older brother this would be the man. An example for all men, and afraid of none.
I will personally miss you Curtis, and may God bless you Sharon, and give you the strength to cope with this loss.
Dee, Scott, Calvin, Eula, and Iris Tatum.
Carla Craig-Tyler
August 19, 2001
No matter what was going on, Uncle Curtis didn't let it effect his relationship with his nieces and nephews. I respect him for that. When coming to his house, one could always expect good food, good music, swimming and lots of lauphs.
I send my prayers to Aunt Sharon and my cousin Kurt.
Dr. Larry A. Love
August 18, 2001
My heartfelt and deepest prayers to my Cousin Curtis, his wife Sharon, his son Kurt, and his brothers, Leonard and Kenneth. Curtis gave so much inspiration to me as a track and field star and cross country. He was one of the best. I'll miss him terribly. God Bless, Cousin Larry Love
Jackie Hicks
August 18, 2001
Sharon, I can't pretend to know what you are going through and I pray that I never do. You are so strong and so wonderful and your love with Curtis is rare. Hold it tight. No one can take it away. I am here for you, though I know you have hundreds of friends. Let us help. Love you, Jackie
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