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Michael Craft Obituary
He was born on May 13, 1976 in Akron and graduated from Steubenville High School. Mike was an avid fisher and enjoyed spending quality time with his family.
Preceded in death by his father, James M. Craft, he is survived by his mother, Diane E. Craft; brother, David J. Craft; sister, Elizabeth (Clint) Whitaker; nieces, Emma and Raegan, as well as numerous friends.
At the family's request, there will be a private service, followed by cremation.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Craft
raegan
May 13, 2024
Happy birthday, uncle Mike. we all miss you 5:13
Rebecca Lynn crabtree
April 23, 2024
There's not a day that goes by that I don't think of you my brother..u are missed!!!
Rebecca lynn crabtree
July 4, 2023
All I know is that I was told I was your sister...then u came in my life....what a blessing from god...miss u bro
Emma M
August 25, 2019
We miss you forever, always. 513.
January 14, 2011
Your sister posted this awesome picture of you and her. It's great. You two look so much alike. You have this amazing smile in the picture. It's so you. Seeing that picture totally made my day. It also made me sad because you're not here anymore. But it made me happy because at one time you were here and I blessed enough to know you my whole life and call you my cousin. You are so loved and so missed.
Karen
your sister
July 13, 2010
Today i think of you, as i do everyday, i wish you could come home. i love you. i miss you!
Karen
May 13, 2010
I miss you lots. I was so excited to wish you a happy birthday this year. I'm grateful that I got to reconnect with you before you passed away. Memorial Day weekend always made me think of you. I remember celebrating all our birthdays and how much I looked forward to seeing you. I loved you lots.
jo croxton
May 3, 2010
just a quick note to say we are still missing you. every store we go to reminds us of you and your smile. rest in peace mike. we will never forget you.
elizabeth
May 1, 2010
I Miss you dear brother everyday that goes by, i will keep you in my memories, i cherished ever moment we got to spend together. i will tell my children of uncle mike. i love you!
April 30, 2010
I am very sorry about your loss of Mike. He will truly be missed, at times I say where is Mike and then remember he is gone. I will miss working and talking with him on the Met Team. Mike, Rest In Peace Buddy In Gods Hands and I am sure the fishing will be great.
Mark R.
ELIZABETH WHITAKER
April 30, 2010
I LOVE YOU
April 29, 2010
I have worked with Mike since joining the Meet team. He was the first to welcome me and always was a friend. I will miss our conversations, his great humor and his concern. He always kept an eye on me and checked if everything was ok. He will always be in our thoughts and prayers.. Mike i hope the fishen is good-- I know it is. miss yo. Dave Z.
David Rozman
April 29, 2010
Hey mike wish we could have worked together again. May you rest peacefully in Jesus's arms .
David W. Rozman
April 29, 2010
"I have great memories of Mike the many years he was a member of First Presbyterian Church, Barberton. He was involved in alot of the youth programs, and was a great practical joker! My thoughts and prayers are with you Diane, David, and Elizabeth.' God Bless, Sheila Hoefler
John Brown
April 29, 2010
There were so many great attributes to Mike Craft (M.C):funny, hard working, and intelligent. I will forever remember your smile when you spoke about your niece. I'm going to always miss your presence on the MET Team. I'm praying for Elizabeth, Clint, and the rest of the family.
April 29, 2010
Ive worked with mike for about 7 months. He was a very cool guy. In my eyes he will always be a part of our team. I send my condolences out to all his family and friends. He is gone but not forgotten.
Rob
Cedric Daniel
April 29, 2010
I will miss the goofy funny person I knew as M.C. I'll always remember you. You looked out for me when noone else would. I considered you a true friend. I'll keep your family in my prayers.
Greg Beck
April 29, 2010
I will always remember you M.C. I will miss you and keep you and your family in my prayers. God bless.
MET TEAM Soutern Group
April 29, 2010
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
April 29, 2010
Elizabeth,
We are so sorry for your loss, you know if you or Clint need anything, we are here for you. We will really miss seeing Michael's smiling face.
Patty, Jim and Mai-Ling
April 29, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss. I will be praying for all of your family.
Lena
Amber
April 29, 2010
I don't know you, but I've seen the news. I am so sorry for your loss and this tragic situation. I pray for peace and comfort for you and your family.
April 29, 2010
Sincere condolences in the loss of Michael.
Jo Croxton
April 29, 2010
I have worked with Mike since november, and he was a very nice young man. I would also like to say that he was fun, kind, caring, and all he wanted was to find love; true love. He made our days shorter, always had a smile, a kind goodmorning with his quirky comments and jokes. Mike will always be missed and loved by the people who truly knew him.
God Bless you Mike and may you have finally found peace.
Jo Croxton
elizabeth whitaker
April 29, 2010
I love you brother always will, remember our promise, we will always be together! Elizabeth
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