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Craig Champlin Obituary
Craig was a "noted" Stonemason, an avid fisherman, hunter and surfer for many years. His stonework can be seen throughout Rhode Island. A member of the Narragansett Indian Tribe, Craig dedicated his life to "Mother Earth." Craig was a member of the Narragansett Surfcasters Club.
Craig leaves to mourn his trusted, loyal soulmate, his dog "Shalako." Craig is survived by his son, Joey Burns and his daughter, Sydney Gail Champlin; his grandchildren, Gianna Skye, Brady Joseph and Savannah Rayne; his brothers, Eugene O., and Douglas W. Champlin; his sisters, Virginia Perry, Sheila Champlin-Levy, Donna Maddox and Gail Champlin. He also leaves his godson, Sterlinq "Little Fox" Christy. As well as a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends who will miss him dearly. Besides his parents, he was predeceased in death by his brothers, Milford "Mickey" and Gary Champlin and his sisters, Barbara Sekator, Shirley Christy, Gloria Fry and Cynthia Champlin.
Visiting hours will be held on Friday, February 1, 2019, at 10 a.m. - 12 noon in the Avery-Storti Funeral Home, 88 Columbia St., Wakefield, followed by a funeral service at 12 noon. Burial will be at a later date. For guest book and condolences, averystortifuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Craig Champlin
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Elaine Cianciarulo Murney
January 23, 2020
The family of Christine Cianciarulo will always remember Craig fondly. What a great guy.
February 3, 2019
My condolences to your family. God will help you carry on and will give you peace and strength. 2 Corinthians 4:7.
Barry
January 31, 2019
I met you on the beach when we were great wave riders on the edge of adulthood. As time goes by the waves are the home to spirits we knew when we spent our time in the Sun and in the Sea. You are joining those spirits and will forever will be in the arms of the great mother ocean. I know when I side on the wall from now on I will see you and know that you are were you belong.
JIM Izzi
January 31, 2019
ILL ALWAYS REMEMBER CRAIG AS THE SURFER WE KNEW AS CC.
HE HAD A CLASSIC STYLE NOT MANY SURFERS COULD MATCH. HE WAS A TRUE INSPIRATION FOR US. A REAL ARTIST ,UNMATCHED STONE WORK AND A KIND SOUL TO ALL WHO KNEW HIM. I WILL THINK OF HIM EACH TIME I DRIVE PAST THE FEILD NEAR THE BRIDGE OVER THE RIVER, WHERE WE WOULD WAVE TO EACH OTHER LIKE BROTHERS TIED TO THE LAND AND SEA.
GOD BLESS YOU OLE FRIEND.
January 29, 2019
Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the death of your dear love one may God give you strength to endure this most difficult time of your life please read John 6:40
January 29, 2019
Little Fox was loved and will be missed. Know that God loves you and cares for you as you grieve.
January 29, 2019
I will miss you bro. From our days hanging out in the old Narragansett Depot to the smile you brought every year decorating the jeep. you out did yourself this past Christmas. Love ya; jay
Stopped to honor Craig where I would always see him playing with Shalako. Saw 3 cloud feathers in the sky!
Marianne
January 28, 2019
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Avery-Storti Funeral Home & Crematory - Wakefield88 Columbia Street, Wakefield, RI 02879
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