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William I. (Bill) Craig, age 77, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at his home in Indianapolis. He was born on August 19, 1947, to Orville D. (Red) & Marjorie F. (Irwin) Craig. He was a 1965 graduate of Arlington High School and married Susan J. (Arthur) Craig on October 19, 1968.
He was an Army Veteran, worked at the Buehler Corp (Indiana Gear Works) as a machinist and foreman for 16 years, foreman at Reeder & Kline Machine Co. for 3 years, and also worked at Bardach Awards and retired from Artistic Awards.
Bill loved family first, especially his kids and grandkids.
There was never a dull moment around Bill. He loved hot rods (especially a 1955 Chevy), vacationing in Fort Morgan, Alabama, tending to his garden and refurbishing antiques. He enjoyed playing cards, and there was always a delay when it came to his turn because he had a story to tell. He loved good jokes, witty sayings (aka Billy-isms), and teasing his loved ones.
He is survived by his wife Susan (Susie) of 56 years; children, Cory Craig (Karry) and Lori Marcum (Rod); and three beautiful grandchildren: Lucy Marcum, Layne Marcum (Anna), and LeeLoo Craig. Also surviving are Bill’s brother Denny Craig (Debbie), twin sister Betty McGrath (Steve), and niece Alex Craig.
There will be a memorial visitation Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at Flanner Buchanan Washington Park East, 10722 E. Washington Street, Indianapolis, Indiana 46229, from 11:00am-1:00pm followed by a Celebration of Life at 1:00pm.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to a charity of your choice.
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10722 E Washington St., Indianapolis, IN 46229
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