Craig R. Holman

Craig R. Holman obituary, Defiance, OH

Craig R. Holman

Craig Holman Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Schaffer Funeral Home on Jul. 7, 2023.

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Craig R. Holman, age 66 of Defiance, peacefully passed away on Thursday morning, July 6, 2023 at CHP Defiance Area Inpatient Hospice Center.
He was born on July 5, 1957 to the late Virgil and Erma (Kennedy) Holman in Defiance, Ohio. Craig worked at Campbell's Soup Company for several years. He was a member of Defiance Moose Lodge #2094, Defiance Eagles #372, and the NRA. He loved his Harley's and enjoyed trap shooting. Craig will be sadly missed by his family and many good friends.
Craig is survived by his children; Amanda (William) Morris of Ney, OH, Crystal (Edward) DeWitt of Bryan, OH, Ashley (Aaron) Osborn of Oakwood, OH, and Adam (Holly) Holman of Bryan, OH, 16 grandchildren, and his sisters, Bonnie (Robert) Warncke and Dee Thorp, all of Defiance.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and his brother, Dr. Douglas Holman.
A private graveside service for his family will be held at Ayersville Cemetery.
Memorials are suggested to CHP Defiance Hospice Center. Online condolences can be given at www.Schafferfh.com.

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