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Ralph Craig Obituary
He was born on January 19, 1951, in Cape Girardeau, son of Tom and Beulah Bowerman Craig. He and Wanda R. Schweppe were married on July 22, 1972.
Craig graduated from Cape Central High School in 1969. After high school, he enlisted into the United States Marine Corps where he received an honorable discharge in 1974. Craig retired from SEMO university where he was employed as a Boiler Operator and Union Steward.
Survivors include two sons, Ralph (Rachel) Craig of Jackson and David Craig of Springfield; one brother, Rodney Craig of Jackson; three grandchildren, Gavin, Annaliese and Gracen.
He was preceded in death by his wife, parents, brother and sister.
A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, August 2, 2025, at 2 p.m. at the VFW Lodge in Cape Girardeau.
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1425 Kurre Lane, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
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