Craig Stephen Tanner

Craig Stephen Tanner obituary

Craig Stephen Tanner

Craig Tanner Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Jacksonville Memory Gardens Funeral Home & Cemetery on Jan. 29, 2026.
TANNER-Craig Stephen Tanner, 67, passed away on January 26, 2026, after a long battle with cancer.

Craig was an avid and passionate hunter who found peace and purpose in the outdoors. He cherished time spent in the woods, valued the traditions of hunting, and formed lasting friendships through his love of nature and the land. Some of his most meaningful moments were spent outdoors, where he felt most at home

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He was preceded in death by his mother, Eleanor Ann Tanner, and his father, Marvel Nelton Tanner.

He is survived by two brothers, Mark Tanner and Kirt Tanner, as well as many nieces and nephews, and his close friend, Bubba (Dwight Harrison), who shared in many of life's experiences and memories.

Craig's life leaves behind a legacy rooted in family, friendship, and a deep connection to the outdoors. He will be remembered by those who loved him and by all whose lives he touched.

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