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KAREN CRAIG Obituary
Age 53, went home to be with the Lord after her battle with cancer, which she faced with resolve, determination, and steadfast faith just as she lived her life. Devoted and loving wife of Jack Craig; beloved sister of Patricia (John) Zwigart, Susan (Jeff) Schnieder and Edward Brannon; sadly missed by Aunt Carol (Uncle El); many nieces and nephews, which there was always a special place in her heart for. Preceded in death by her parents, JoAnn and Edward "Alby" Brannon. Karen was known for her loving kindness and overwhelming giving spirit. She will be fondly remembered and missed by all whose lives she touched. Celebrate the Life of Karen Sunday 1-4 and 6-8 p.m. Monday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the SCHEPNER - McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 165 Noble Ave., Crafton. The Funeral Service will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday in Hilltop Baptist Church, 1540 Roseberry St., Pittsburgh, 15216. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions may be made to the church building fund. (EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH).
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Rosemarie Glaser
March 29, 2015
My sympathy to the Brannon family. I knew Karen as a young girl when I played cards with her mother on Ridgemont. Death leaves a heartache no one can heal.
Love leaves memories no one can steal.
Keep those memories close to your heart and she will always be with you.
March 29, 2015
I knew Karen as a young girl on Ridgemont she was always a sweet and caring young girl.I know she will be missed.But she is in a better place now. Gail Phillips (Slaney)
Michael & Mary Jo Perry
March 26, 2015
Jack,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss.
Keeping you & your family in our thoughts and prayers.
March 26, 2015
I am sorry for your loss Jack....Darin McLuckie
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Carla Minor
March 23, 2015
Jackie - So sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Uncle Chuck, Aunt Carolyn, Chuck, Carla and their families.
C T
March 23, 2015
Sorry for your recent loss please find comfort from God's word. Daniel12:2
March 22, 2015
Jack sorry for your loss...Rick Mcluckie.
March 22, 2015
Jack, our thoughts and prayers are with you. With deepest sympathy, Steve & Darlene Ilnicki
March 22, 2015
Jack So sorry for your loss You're in our thoughts and prayers George&Cindy Sutton
Patti craig
March 22, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss you are in my prayers and thoughts
March 22, 2015
Karen was a wonderful person who I respected because of her steady calm and caring soul. She was loved by many and will be truly missed. She was the bedrock of the Brannon family. I will miss her.
Colonel Chuck Slaney
Julie Spence
March 22, 2015
Jack and Kathy, I am so sorry for your loss.
Julie Spence (mance)
March 22, 2015
Jackie....Karen was a Beautiful person inside and out...she will be with us as ..."Love leaves Beautiful memories no one can steal ....and Death leaves a heartache no one can Heal" You are in my prayers ..your cousin Cheryl
EUGENE LOVELY
March 21, 2015
JACK, MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY FOR YOUR LOSS
Billie Nichols
March 21, 2015
So very sorry for your loss, my heartfelt condolences!
Rich & Wilma Stoeckle
March 21, 2015
We knew Karen from the time she was a little girl on Ridgemont Drive. She always was so sweet and petite. We became good friends with her parents too. We understand your family's loss all too well. May they be able to handle the loss of such a dear person. God Bless those that live on. May your memory offer them peace.
Karin Forcucci
March 21, 2015
Tony and I would like to say how truly sorry we are upon the passing of Karen. To her husband Jack The Brannon family and the Craig family you have our most deepest sympathy we will miss her very much. And knowing that she is in the hands of the Lord shining down upon us telling us that everything is okay now should make us all at least a little bit feel some comfort knowing she is at rest at peace and happy. Always and forever. Karin and Tony Forcucci
Karin Forcucci
March 21, 2015
To the Brannon family to the Craig family and most of all to her loving husband Jack Craig. Tony and I would like to say how very sorry we are at the loss of your sister your aunt and most importantly your wife. I have known Karen for most of her life and I can tell you she was the most sweetest loving caring person I knew she loved her family she loved her husband most of all she loved her church and God. I am at a loss and it hurts me to see the family such as they are have to go through this loss. Karen never had a bad thing to say about anyone Karen never complained about anything she loved life she loved children. She loved her nieces and nephews. For the first time ever I can honestly say that I don't know what to say. I will say this.I am so very sorry that you have to feel this hurt and pain in your heart. I know you all well enough to know that the main thing and most importantly is that Karen's Faith has gotten all of you through this horrible time in your life. I will pray for you all that God gives you the strength to be strong and to carry-on. Losing a sister brother wife husband child is something that is so hard to except but we managed to except it because it is God's will. I will stop here I just don't know really the right words to say to make everyone feel better so I will say nothing. God bless you all and keep you strong. Always and forever Karin Forcucci
john bugay
March 21, 2015
Jack ,Judie and I are so sorry for your loss,
Mike and Dottie Weiblinger
March 21, 2015
You were loved by many and will be greatly missed. You are in your eternal home now and still surrounded by those who love you. You now can have peace without pain or suffering. Prayers to all the family. Your brother and sister in Christ, Mike and Dottie Weiblinger
Doug and Heidi Miller
March 21, 2015
So sorry for the loss of such a sweet lady and our prayers are with your family. There is joy in knowing that she will be with the Lord and will be seeing Jesus face to face.
Pati Carlin Perry
March 21, 2015
Dear Patty, Scott, Christy, Susa, Jeff and Jack you have my deepest an most sincere sympathy for your loss. I will always remember Karen by her sweet smile. She was a great person and a great part of your family. It was a pleasure knowing her and will miss her.
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