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Col Craig Arnold McElroy Ret.
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He was born January 24, 1947 in Nebraska City, Nebraska to Amos Hoyt and Wilma Bernice (Kreig) McElroy.
Craig worked at Lockheed Martin as an engineer. He was also a retired Colonel of the United States Air Force.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Amos and Wilma McElroy.
Craig's life was all about serving others. He was devoted to his country, loved his family and God. His legacy will continue through his children and grandchildren! He is known to his family as our "Silent Hero".
Craig is survived by his wife, Toni McElroy; son, Christopher William (Jennifer) McElroy; daughter, Doriann Renee (Michael) Dumler; grandchildren; Izzy, Annie, Calista, Grayson, Orion, and Parker; sister, Neva Goodman; brother, Terry (Pat) McElroy; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Celebration of Life, 10:00AM, Monday, March 14, 2022, Life.Church, 9306 Grand Cordera Parkway, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80924.
Please join us for a lunch reception, immediately following the Celebration of Life, at the McElroy family home.
To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Col Craig Arnold McElroy, USAF, (Ret.), please visit our floral store.
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Bill Nelson
March 21, 2024
Craig was my T38 Instructor Pilot in the early 70´s at Sheppard AFB, Texas. At one point, we went cross country during my training. I am a native Memphian, and, as we took off from another nearby base, we flew over Memphis. Craig asked from the back seat, "Hey, Bill, want to see Memphis from 30,000 feet-inverted?" I responded, "Sure!" Craig proceeded to roll us inverted over my hometown and the MidSouth Coliseum!! A memory that I will never forget. Rest in Peace, my Brother.
-Captain Bill Nelson
Memphis, Tennessee
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Bill Savage
February 17, 2023
I still think of you often Craig. Many Memories of you and our families!
William R Savage
March 12, 2022
Craig was a big brother to me for many years. His knowledge and calm approach to life problems helped me grow up in many situations. Craig was always a "quiet" leader. He approached problems with a logical attitude which has influenced me for my whole life. When a person gives that to another it is wonderful. This world and this country will miss him. He is in my heart forever.
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