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Craig Foley Obituary
Craig James Foley passed away on June 20, 2020 after a short illness in a Santa Rosa rest home. Craig was a fourth-generation Californian beginning with his paternal great-grandparents who arrived in San Francisco in 1880s from Ireland. He was born in Marin County where he spent most of his life and then later moved to Sonoma County. He followed in his father's foot-steps and became an electrician, working mainly in Marin and Sonoma Counties. He was a member of the IBEW, as was his father. Craig was an avid hunter and fisherman, having learned the love of this hobby from his dad at an early age.
Craig is survived by his only son, Michael Foley, of Santa Rosa, a sister, Jill Archer, of Colorado, a half-brother, Doug Ascher, of Santa Rosa, and many nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his loving wife, Carolyn Almeida Foley and his parents James and Pearle Foley. Our family knows that Craig is once more united with his beloved Carolyn and wish him eternal peace. You will be missed but not forgotten little brother.
Due to Covid-19, a celebration of Craig's life will be announced at a later date.
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Mark Kutlik
August 27, 2020
I was fishing with Jim Ravina this week and he told me about Craig’s passing. I only knew Craig in high school but we went fishing once and caught a nice sturgeon .Sorry for your loss-Happy Hunting Craig
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Joan imlay
August 8, 2020
Hi Jill, I am a long ago friend of Pearl's. I am so sorry to hear about your brother. Sincerely, Joan Imlay
Joan imlay
August 8, 2020
Hi Jill, I am a long ago friend of Pearl's. I am so sorry to hear about your brother. Sincerely, Joan Imlay
Steve Fassio
August 1, 2020
I was shocked to hear of Craig's passing. We were high school classmates and hunting buddies back then. My condolences to your family.
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