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Craig McKean Obituary
Gone Fishing
Dad, Brother, Uncle, Friend Craig Delbert McKean son of Hazel Allen McKean and Clyde McKean died in his home Monday, August 13, 2012. He was lovingly cared for by his sister Ruth and family in his struggle with throat cancer.
Craig was born on February 23, 1951 in Salt Lake City. Craig was a graduate of South High School. He has three children, Hayley, Cassidy, and Garrett. Craig spent his free time fishing and hunting. He loved being outdoors. He enjoyed working for MidWest Fasteners in Tooele and putting in sprinkler systems.
He is survived by his children, seven grandchildren, and his siblings; Clyde (Lana) McKean, Ruth McKean Jensen, Dave (Brook) McKean, and Patty McKean.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother-in-law Robert Jensen.
Friends and family are invited to an open house at the home of Clyde McKean at 388 Box Elder Dr. (1100S. 388 E.) Grantsville, Utah starting at 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, August 18, 2012.
Online condolences at www.premierfuneral.com
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RUTH JENSEN
August 26, 2012
HI CRAIG (ER),I WAS TALKING TO OUR NEIGHBORS TODAY THEY SURE ENJOYED HAVING YOU AS A NEIGHBOR. THEY REALLY ENJOYED YOUR FISHING STORIES AND KNOWLEDGE ABOUT SPRINKING SYSTEMS. YOUR FRIEND PATTY AND DAVID STOPPED BY TO VISIT YOU AND WERE SAD ABOUT YOUR PASSING. I TRIED TO GET IN TOUCH WITH HER BUT THE NUMBER YOU HAD LISTED WAS SHUT OFF. THEN SHE REMEMBERED YOU PUT IT IN YOUR PHONE LISTED UNDER (SWEET HEART) THEY SAID THEY HAD BEEN LEAVING you MESSAGES BUT, I DIDN'T KNOW YOUR PASS TO GET IN TO REPLY. REMEMBER THAT GIRL THAT YOU COULD NEVER HER NAME????? WELL,SHE CAME OVER TOO! WELL CRAIGER, I LOVE YOU AND I MISS YOU AND THANK YOU FOR THE NICE MEMORIES I HAVE. THANK YOU FOR TAKING MY GRANDSONS FISHING. THEY REALLY LOVED YOU CAUSE THEY KNEW YOU LOVED THEM. YO0U WERE REALLY CUTE WITH THEM. GOD BLESS YOU AND THANK YOU. LOVE SIS
Beverley Curia
August 24, 2012
Clyde, Ruth, Dave, and Patty ... I look at this photo of Craig and suddenly had a flashback to the late 1960s of this tall, lanky, kid who was always so quiet. Hard to believe that time and life has caught up to us all and that death is slowly but surely reuniting us with those who have already left this world. My condolences and deepest sympathies to all of you and your children and grandchildren. Always in my heart and never forgetting the children we used to be ... much love, Beverley (Corey)
Mark Grove
August 22, 2012
My most heartfelt condolences to the entire family.
August 22, 2012
Craig,
I am going to miss you so much!! I know your better now and that is the only thing that keeps me going..I Love you so much you went through so much and was still such a awesome awesome person and brother Love you tons!!
Love Patty
Jeannie Rasmussen
August 19, 2012
We were sad to hear of Craig's passing. It's not even right to think of a Gunnison without him there. Blessings to his family. Craig---you will be missed, Mike and Jeannie
August 18, 2012
Hayley, Cassidy, Garrett and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at the time of your loss of your father and brother.
Rita & Gary Myrup
Deanna Knight
August 18, 2012
I am so sorry to hear this I loved Craig he was always so funny. I am glad I got to run into him a few times out here in Tooele he always had big hugs for me I will miss him very much LOVE you guys.
Sandra Jeffs (McKean)
August 18, 2012
I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of Craig...My love and thoughts go out to Clyde,Ruth,Dave and Patti and Craigs children and family...
mike
August 17, 2012
My condolences to the Mckean family. I will truly miss and have missed talking to him from across our fence and listening to his stories. I often hoped we'd cross paths so I could tell him about my latest fishing trip and to hear about his and maybe learn a trick or two. May he fish in peace.
P.s Craig, I finally tried fishing with inflated worms with some success. Next up, inflated worms with a little Lemon Twist. Thanks friend
LeiLani Cardenas
August 17, 2012
May you rest in peace Craig! You may be gone but, you will never be forgotten!!!
athena davis
August 17, 2012
May you memory be eternal..
athena davis
August 17, 2012
Sorry for your loss Mckean family, may he rest in peace...love to you all from Tina, Taylor and Michaela
August 16, 2012
McKean Family,
Our deepest condolences go out to all of you, you are in our prayers. Love, LeiLani and family
Natalie yates. Cervantes
August 16, 2012
Uncle Craig I Will miss u dearly your smile your kind heart and the love u had for my mom. She loved u so so much please watch over her for me. I know your in heaven sitting back fishing. I love u until we meet again Nat
Adriana Ortega
August 16, 2012
Ruth,
I'm so sorry to hear about your brother, I know you loved and cared for him dearly. You are always in my thoughts and prayers. I love you Ruth!
Whitney McKean Cassman
August 16, 2012
I love you uncle craig! I know you are up in heaven out fishing! Always in our hearts never forgotten <3
Geri Brailsford
August 16, 2012
So sorry to hear of your dad. Thinking of all of you. Love you
Kent Dixon
August 16, 2012
I loved Craig, we worked together in Gunnison for a few years at an Oil Refinery. Then I worked for him doing Sprinkler Systems in the old Capital of Utah. He always was up for Fishing and that was the most I ever fished. He used to drive around in his Red Jeep. A man of integrity and honesty. I will always remember him and his lighthearted and fun attitude. It is sad know I will not see him on this earth again. RIP Big Guy.
Barbara Gonzales Mackay
August 16, 2012
My condolences to the McKean family. I went to South High with Craig.
Peace be with you all.
August 16, 2012
Hayley, Cassiday, and Garrett- I am sorry to hear of the loss of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you guys. Love Shauna Frandsen Vann
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