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Craig Singer Obituary

Craig Singer 3/8/57 - 11/25/08 Craig died suddenly of a heart attack Tuesday morning, November 25. Craig worked nearly his entire professional life in the criminal justice system, as a deputy district attorney and deputy public defender. He died doing what he most enjoyed as a lawyer - mentoring another lawyer preparing for court. He was 51. Craig was born in Boston on March 8, 1957. His family moved to San Jose, California when he was eight years old. He graduated from Pioneer High School, San Francisco State Univ., and Golden Gate Univ. School of Law. Shortly after he passed the Bar exam he moved to Fresno to work for the District Attorney, where he later met and married Charlotte Zylka, at the time a deputy public defender. Craig spent his whole life caring for others - his family, friends, fellow attorneys and law enforcement officers, the victims of the crimes he prosecuted and those charged with the crimes he defended. He will be greatly missed by his loving family - wife Charlotte, son Ben and daughter Claire; parents Joan and Robert, brothers Eric and Mitchell, Mitchell's wife Shelley and loving nieces and nephews. Craig's persona was larger than life and his heart was much bigger than most. He gave of his time to community organizations and to the schools attended by his children, whom he cherished. A memorial service to celebrate Craig's life will be held Friday, December 5th at 3:30pm at St. Anthony of Padua in Fresno. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Craig Singer Memorial Scholoarship Fund in care of St. Anthony of Padua School at 5770 No. Maroa, Fresno, CA 93704-2038.

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Published by San Jose Mercury News on Dec. 3, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Craig Singer

17 Entries

Cynthia Shane Smith

September 27, 2009

I just heard today of Craig's passing, and I am so sorry for your great loss. I knew Craig through Temple Youth programs when we were in our teens-he was funny, outgoing and always looking out for others. I have thought of him over the years and hearing all he did in his life is a clear indication that he lived his life with joy.

Karen Bishop

January 14, 2009

Hi Charlotte,
Just wanted to let you know my prayers and thoughts are still with you and yours. As time marches on the pain will ease.Craig will always be
thought of and not fogotten, and so will you and your family.
Sincerely,
Karen Bishop 1/14/09

Steve & Shannon (Harris) Cox

December 13, 2008

So sorry for your loss. May the Lord comfort you.
You are all in our prayers.

Sarah Breshears

December 9, 2008

May God bless the Singer family and bring peace to you. Remember that Craig's love, that of a brother/son/husband/father, lives on in each of you.

Christina Tate

December 5, 2008

I am saddened by this loss of such a well-loved man. I work with his wife and wish the family the peace of God during this time. May his life be a testimony of the God's grace. God bless.

Beth Jordan

December 4, 2008

Our hearts go out to all of you at this time and in days to come.
May you rest in peace, cousin.
Love, Beth & Jeff Jordan & Family

December 4, 2008

From the Men and Women of the 45th Space Wing with deepest sympathy to Mitchell, Shelley, Emily, Zach, and the entire Singer Family. Our hearts go out to you and yours in your time of sorrow.

Louise Morris

December 4, 2008

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Michele (Vecchione) Yano

December 4, 2008

Craig was truly one of the finest people I knew, and I have many fond (and cherished) memories of the time we spent together in school. Craig, Jon, Larry and Kevin were like brothers to me and I will forever be grateful for their friendship. My heart breaks for your loss.

Carlos A. Cabrera

December 3, 2008

To Craig's Family:
I met him about 15 years ago when we worked together in the Fowler Court. There was something about him that made me feel good being in his company and speaking with him.
His sudden passing leaves us all saddened.
My thoughts and prayers are with you. May the Lord give you comfort in these difficult moments.

Karen R. Bishop

December 3, 2008

To Family & Friends,
In this time of sadness..may you see God in the faces of friends,hear Him in their voices, feel Him in the touch of their hands... May their help, caring and sympathy reflect His love and kindness at this time when you need Him most.
My heart is sadened with the loss of a life long friend, I share many memories of old and Craig your life will be celebrated with each new day, your legacy will live on though your Family and Friends. You will be missed but not forgotten. Until we meet again in the next life.

In God's Abounding Love,

Karen R. Bishop (AKA K.B.)

Maria Saenz

December 3, 2008

I am so sorry about Craig's passing. I will always remember him being so full of life and just adoring his family. I am glad that I got to know him as a co-worker and good friend.

Norma C. Parvanian

December 3, 2008

To my friend. You who I could ask certain things when I needed somebody that knew what I was asking about. I know that you are in a better place then we are, but it still hurts to know that you are gone. Your family is in our prayers. I miss you my friend.

George Schneer

December 3, 2008

Joan, et al:

I heard from my David a couple of days ago - I'm so sorry and please accept my condolences.

George Schneer

Debbie Cooper

December 3, 2008

So sorry to hear of Craigs passing. He was a great man. I enjoyed working with him the short time that i did. His great smile, hummor and cherry personality will be greatly missed. May god bless his family and watch over them in the days to follow.

Teri Rothschild

December 3, 2008

What a loss to the Criminal Justic Community! Craig was larger than life. I have many memories of Craig and I in Court. Whether he was a DA or a Public Defender, you knew it was going to be a challenge. What they say is true, that only the good go young! We will miss you Craig! Your family is in our prayers and thoughts.

Paul Philips & Family

December 3, 2008

To my cousin Craig, one of the BIGGEST Boston sports fans who I shared tears with immediately after the final out when the Red Sox finally won in 2004, you will be greatly missed. But now you can watch all the games with Bubbie and my Dad. From tears of joy to tears of sadness...Rest in peace...we'll all miss you!

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