Craig Levoid Stanton
Craig Levoid Stanton
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Craig loved his job working with electronics. He touched the lives of so many people with his kindness and humor.
Craig is survived by his sister, Barbara Nix (Jesse Nix) along with many nephews and great nephews.
He is preceded in death by his father, Levoid (Lee) Stanton, mother, MaryAn Stanton, and sister, Elizabeth (Betty) Griffin.
Per his wishes, there will be no funeral or memorial. In honoring Craig and in lieu of flowers, please make a donation to your favorite charity.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Jimmy Martin
December 29, 2025
Our family is heartbroken over the loss of Craig. For over 40 years, Craig worked with us in our family businesses-Putt-Putt, Opening Break, and Great Games-but he was never just an employee. Craig was family. Craig was a friend.
He followed our father faithfully, wherever the business took them-from Columbia, SC, to Alabama, Georgia, Oklahoma, Florida, Brazil, and finally, San Antonio, TX. His loyalty, integrity, work ethic, and honesty were unparalleled. Craig was incredibly skilled at his job and was always ready for any task that came his way. He never hesitated, even when asked to take Dad to the airport for 5 a.m. flights.
But more than all of that, we will always be grateful for the way Craig loved our father. Craig looked after Dad if he wasn´t feeling well. Craig would bring him special treats-like Klondike bars-and balloons on his birthday. And many Saturdays, the two of them would spend time together, "tailgating" while watching Gamecock football. Those "small acts of kindness" meant so much to Dad and our family. Craig will always have a special place in our hearts.
With sympathy and love during this difficult time,
Jimmy, Mel, Jay and Shay Martin
Jimmy Martin
December 29, 2025
Our family is heartbroken over the loss of Craig. For over 40 years, Craig worked with us in our family businesses-Putt-Putt, Opening Break, and Great Games-but he was never just an employee. Craig was family. Craig was a friend.
He followed our father faithfully, wherever the business took them-from Columbia, SC, to Alabama, Georgia, Oklahoma, Florida, Brazil, and finally, San Antonio, TX. His loyalty, integrity, work ethic, and honesty were unparalleled. Craig was incredibly skilled at his job and was always ready for any task that came his way. He never hesitated, even when asked to take Dad to the airport for 5 a.m. flights.
But more than all of that, we will always be grateful for the way Craig loved our father. Craig looked after Dad if he wasn´t feeling well. Craig would bring him special treats-like Klondike bars-and balloons on his birthday. And many Saturdays, the two of them would spend time together, "tailgating" while watching Gamecock football. Those "small acts of kindness" meant so much to Dad and our family. Craig will always have a special place in our hearts.
With sympathy and love during this difficult time,
Jimmy, Mel, Jay and Shay Martin
Valentina A.K.A (speedy)
December 26, 2025
It´s not the most recent but it brings me good memories of all of us playing Pokemon and having a good time I am so glad I got to meet you Leo you meant a lot more to me than I can ever express... I am very glad you are at peace now no more pain love you friend and from all of us poke nerds we will miss you dearly thanks for all the laughs
Ann Jenkins
December 25, 2025
You will forever be missed, Craig. I think of you and our talks every single day. Even though it hasn´t been a week, I miss you more than words can say.
I miss how sweet and thoughtful you were. You understood the trauma I went through in a way no one else ever could. In the 15 years I knew you, you showed me nothing but love and compassion.
I pray we will meet again one day, my friend. I love you, and you will always hold a place in my heart. Rest in peace-may your fight finally be over.
Ann Jenkins
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