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Chenango Bridge: Craig S. Lawrence, 52, passed away Tuesday, November 19, 2013, with his family at his side after a long courageous battle with cancer. He was predeceased by his mother, Nancy Lawrence and his father, James Lawrence. He is survived by his loving family, wife of 26 years, Kelly; son, Brendon Lawrence; daughter, Ashley Lawrence; sister, Debbie Tierney; parents-in-law, Judy and Don Hevland; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Karen and Bob Topa; niece, Kristy Topa; nephew, Justin Topa; several cousins, special friends and loving pets, Cleo, Kasey, and Phenix. He graduated from Chenango Forks High School, Class of 1980, and SUNY Delhi in 1982. He was the proud owner of American Deck Builders for many years. Craig enjoyed hockey, golf, and watching the Dallas Cowboys with his buddies. Craig will be remembered as a generous man who continued to give by donating the gift of sight. The family wishes to thank St. Francis of Assisi Church, Dr. Yalamanchili, the staff of Broome Onoclogy for their loving care and the community for the support shown at the benefit for Craig. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 23, 2013, at 2:00 p.m. at the Wm. R. Chase & Son Funeral Home, 737 Chenango Street, Port Dickinson. The family will receive friends from from 12:00 p.m. until the time of service Saturday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Colon Cancer Coalition 5666 Lincoln Dr. Suite 270 Edina, MN 55436
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Memories and Condolences
for Craig Lawrence
April 23, 2014
Dear Kelly and family,
I'm deeply saddened to hear today of Craig's passing. It was my honor to know him as friend, he was one of the kindest people we will ever know.
- Ken Gillette (Tampa, FL)
Craig Lawrence: 2 time Best-In-Class Customer Service Award Winner
Butch Palaza
December 2, 2013
Dear Lawrence Family,
Craig was a wonderful person and a loyal business partner. I'm sorry to hear of his passing. I always enjoyed my interactions with him. One of my fondest memories of Craig was getting a call from him earlier this year inquiring about our annual TrexPro Summit meeting. He wanted to get more informaiton regarding the scheudle of events so he could adjust his treatment scheudle accordingly so he could attend the meeting, and he did! I had the pleasure of bringing Craig on stage not once, but twice to award him with Trex's "Sliger Award" for Best-In-Class Customer Service. This is the highest level of recognition Trex gives to an independent contractor. His passion for his business and making sure his customers were fully satisfied was inspiring. Craig displayed uncommon strength in his battle with cancer and always maintained a positive attitude.
We are all better people for having known Craig. He will be dearly missed.
-Butch Palaza
National Sales Manager: Trex Co., Inc.
November 29, 2013
Deb, Kelly, Brendan and Ashley,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Craig was such a positive, kind person!
I have many fond memories of Christmas ping pong tournaments and memories of him growing up with my brother, Craig! A kind, gentle soul!! He will be greatly missed as is his lovely mom, Nancy! Love, Linda and Scott and Irene Thorndike
Erin Kelly
November 26, 2013
So very sorry for your loss. May the warm memories your family has made bring you comfort. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
John Maureen & Michael Timko
November 25, 2013
Dear Kelly and Family,
We're so sad to hear of Craig's passing! We have many fond memories from years ago when we worked together and had you and Craig here at our house. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Morry Pysarchik
November 25, 2013
I will always remember Christmas together. Nancy playing pinochle and the great ping pong tournaments. Especially the father and son final with Brendon winning.We will keep you in our prayers.
Joanne Demetry
November 24, 2013
To the Lawrence Family. I was so shocked and saddened to hear about Craig's passing. Such a wonderful, kind soul. He had done my dad's deck several years ago, and he couldn't say enough about how Craig was easy to work with, professional, and just a truly wonderful person. He just did my deck this summer and I saw what my father meant. He will always be with all of you now. You are in my thoughts and prayers, and may God give you strength in getting through this difficult time.
Brenda (Hitchcock) Knight
November 23, 2013
Kelly and family, There are no adequate words. I am so sorry for your loss. Craig was a good man and a wonderful person. I am blessed from knowing him and you. I would have come to offer condolences in person, but my car is unsafe to drive. The part needed to repair it won't be in until Monday. I was there in spirit and will continue to pray for you.
November 23, 2013
I remember so well when Craig played hockey with my sons, Rob and Ron. I am sad hearing o fhis passing. My thoughts are with his family. Katie Wandell
Michael & Dawn Pesko
November 22, 2013
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Fred Akshar
November 22, 2013
Brendan and Family, Kate and I send our deepest condolences, put your faith n the lord, he will lead you through this tough time..
Michelle
November 22, 2013
It was sad to hear of Craig's passing. He was a wonderful man that I had the pleasure of meeting. He was such a kind hearted soul who will be missed. My thoughts are with his wife and children.
Gary Dempsey
November 22, 2013
Kelly, Ashley, Brandon - Know that Craig is now in a better place and at peace. A wonderful caring husband and father. A caring neighbor and friend of my father. Lisa and I are thinking of you during this difficult time. Our sympathy and condolences to you.
Steve Strope
November 22, 2013
Thoughts of good times spent together!! I always appreciated Craig's testimony. May he now enjoy hia place in Heaven.
Marvin Brown
November 21, 2013
We are sorry to hear of your loss. We mainly knew Craig from church but always thought of him as a wonderful man. Our prayers are with you in your time of sorrow.
Marvin & Darlene Brown
Wendy (Smith) Colonello CF Class 84
November 21, 2013
Kelly and family,
It is always sad to hear of someone who has passed away so young. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.
November 21, 2013
Craig i'm going to miss your visits to Hampton Beach. I always enjoyed you and Kellies company. I will always remember the fun times as kids at the beach as well. When you and Aunt Nancy came to visit it was the only time we were able to go to the arcades and get fried dough.
Kellie, Ashley and Brandon i'm so sorry for this loss, but thank goodness he is no longer suffering and you don't have to worry any more. Love ya all and I expect you to still come to visit and we will go to the beach!
Mary and Frank Defreze
November 21, 2013
So sorry for your loss, I am only from the family of children that graduated frm them forks I did in 1970 My prayers are w
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Jackie Emm
November 21, 2013
Kelly and Family - I am so sorry to hear about your sad loss. Holding you all in my heart.
George & Carol Bendick
November 21, 2013
Sorry for the lost of a great man ? He & our son David; were such GREAT BUDDIES & he will be missed ? But David has truely enjoyed being with him & always spent those great times when football & baseball season on TV came around. They always had such a GREAT TIME TOGETHER ! We were also happy to have met you Craig; possibly at some of our pig roast parties that we had. Everyone will remember the GREAT TIMES that they all got to spend with you; threw good times & also with you; when you were sick! GOD will take you in his arms & watch over you; with all others up there in Heaven.YOU WILL ALWAYS IN YOUR FAMILIES & GREAT FRIENDS & OTHER FRIENDS & RELATIVES; YOU WILL ALWAYS BE IN THEIR HEARTS & MINDS.
Karol Swantak
November 21, 2013
Kelley, Ashley and Brendon .... Our sincere condolences on Craigs passing. Although we will not be able to attend the service on Saturday, our thoughts, prayers, and heart will be with you as you find the strength to get thru. I am sure Craig will be watching over you in the coming days, months, and years. You have beautiful memories to cherish and hang on tight to.
Becci Howe
November 21, 2013
Dear Kelly, please know you and your family are in my prayers as you begin to pick up the pieces from your loss. I was devastated to hear of Craig's passing and must say that I'm thankful to have got to know him through caring for him at the doctor's office for so many years. Hold your happier memories close to your heart and be proud that he was such a wonderful man. ~much love to you.
Pam House
November 21, 2013
Kelly, Brendon, Ashley and Debbie,
We are so very sorry for your loss... words just don't work at times like this. Craig was the best that they come and will be missed by all who knew him. You're in our prayers. Love... Pam and Richard House (your NH cousin)
Tim, Dona, Chad and Parker O'Connor
November 21, 2013
We were all so very lucky to have Craig in our lives. His smile, his way of making you feel comfortable in his presence, his wisdom, and most of all - his courage. We will forever hold you in our hearts...
Ashley Lawrence
November 21, 2013
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November 21, 2013
Kelly,Ashley and Brendon,
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. We are so very sorry for your loss. Lisa,Alexa and Damon Con Lin
Kate and Mike Wheeler
November 21, 2013
To the entire Lawrence family: Our deepest condolences on the passing of Craig. A true gentleman who will be missed by all who knew him. God Bless you during this time.
Timothy Donohue
November 21, 2013
I am sorry for your loss, you will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Lois Williams
November 21, 2013
Prayers for Craig's family. I will miss HIS big smile and wave,whenever he drove by my house in his TRUCK!!
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Eldred & Donna Hitchcock
November 21, 2013
Dear Friends, We will miss him very much, but we know that he is in Jesus' arms waiting for us.
Steve Young
November 21, 2013
God's peace Craig-you were one of the good guys. May your family find strength in this time of sorrow.
Stacey Roser-LaBarre
November 21, 2013
Ashley and family,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. I had the privelege of meeting him at your bowling events. May you find comfort and peace in family and friends and in knowing that you have the most special of Guardian Angels watching over you.
Tom and Kandy Kappler
November 21, 2013
Rest in peace Craig. Our condolences to the family, Craig was such a gentle man and we are blessed to have had him in our lives.
Clinton Krager
November 21, 2013
Craig, I had great admiration for you. Although it has been a very long time since we've seen each other, I have never forgotten the impact you had on my life. You are a great man. You will be missed!!!!!! Peace my friend.
Cathy Dopko
November 21, 2013
My sympathy to your whole family. You should take comfort in the great memories. God's plan for us may be hard to explain but he has taken Craig away from the suffering. My prayers will be with you to get through this tough time.
November 21, 2013
Rest in peace Craig. Prayers to your loved ones.
Paul & Denise Cornell
Evelyn and Gary Pavlovich
November 21, 2013
Debbie and family, Gary and I are so sorry to hear that you've lost your beloved brother, husband, father. God Bless all of you in your time of sorrow. Love and prayers from us.
Dorothy Pecha
November 20, 2013
May I express my condolences to the Lawrence family...so sorry for your loss
Jeanette (Fendick) Goodrich
November 20, 2013
Debbie & Family,
I am sorry to hear of the loss of your brother. Thinking of you at this sad time.
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