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Michael Cullen Craig, 71, passed away at home surrounded by his entire family on Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021, after a seven month battle with Pancreatic cancer.
Born July 14, 1950, in Deland, Florida, and raised in Boonville, Indiana, by Charles and Joyce Craig, alongside his sisters Cheyenne and Kelly. Michael fought in the Vietnam War from 1970-1971 where he was critically wounded in action. For his service in Vietnam, he earned a Purple Heart, Bronze Star Medal, National Defense Service Medal, and a Combat Infantryman's Badge. Michael then moved to Denver, Colorado, where he was a successful Real Estate Broker for nearly 50 years. In Denver, Michael met the love of his life, Ellie, and they married after knowing each other for only three weeks; they were married for 43 years. Michael and Ellie have three daughters, Brynne, Kellyn, and Morgan. Michael was a proud member of the 11th Armored Calvary Veterans of Vietnam and Cambodia, the Blackhorse Association, Vietnam Veterans of America, and the Denver Board of Realtors.
Michael was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and brother. Michael and Ellie enjoyed spending time with friends and family, traveling near and far, attending music festivals, and golfing. There are few words that can truly speak to the volume of Michael's character, the accomplishments he achieved, and the people he impacted along the way. He was a role model and mentor to so many and was the embodiment of living life to the fullest. While his time was cut short, his legacy will live on with all of those he met along the way.
Survived by his wife, Ellie Craig; daughters Brynne (Paul Sluder), Kellyn (Karsen Forsman), Morgan (fiancé Anthony Groene); grandchildren Gavin Sluder, Graham Sluder, Garrett Sluder, Graylynn Sluder, Griffin Sluder; sisters Cheyenne (John Whitehead) and Kelly (John Pike); mother-in-law Shirley Hanson; brothers in-law, Greg Hanson (Kristy), James Hanson; sisters-in-law, Kathleen Dial, Kristine Jiménez (Dave Chambers). Michael was preceded in death by Charles and Joyce Craig, and Warren Hanson.
Military Service: Wednesday, Nov. 24, 2021, at 10:15 a.m. at Fort Logan National Cemetery, 4400 W. Kenyon Ave., Denver.
Celebration of Life: Wednesday, Nov. 24, 2021, at 11:30 a.m. at Platt Park Church, 1601 S. Clarkson St., Denver. There will also be a reception following the Celebration of Life.
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Kim Hawkins
November 24, 2021
What a privilege and gift to be blessed by Michael in my life.
Michael has been an integral member of our team at RE/MAX Alliance for many years. He was a consummate professional. Beyond that he was a truly good person.......kind, funny, generous (of his time and knowledge; and his stories were great!), supportive, down to earth, humble, upbeat (it was hard to be less than positive around him!), our admin team "father figure", loyal, and a good and dear friend to so many of us.
It's impossible to express how much he impacted all of our lives (especially mine). He will be sorely missed by all of us.
Asking God to hold Ellie and the entire family in His gentle and healing hands.
Sharon
November 24, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. The Deltoros
Bernie Clarke
November 23, 2021
I was fortunate to work with Michael for the past 15 years at RE/MAX Central. He was a terrific Realtor. He worked hard. He shared his knowledge and his kindness and chewing gum smile are somethings I´ll always remember. A really good man taken way too soon. Peace and love to Michael´s family.
Sherry & Ken Gurule`
November 23, 2021
We will remember Michael as a kind, compassionate and wonderful human being. He was a great friend to my Uncle Tony and was a part of our family. He will be missed.
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Scott De Tamble
November 22, 2021
Dear Ellie, So sorry about Michael he's in Gods hand now. He won't be forgotten.
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