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Craig Deem Obituary
Born: August 23, 1953
Died: September 30, 2023
Craig A. Deem, 70 of Rock Falls died Saturday September 30, 2023 at his home.
He was born on August 23, 1953 in Sterling the son of Arthur Albert and Ruth Maxine (Corl) Deem and graduated in 1971 from Rock Falls High School where he served as senior class president. Craig was an active member of the Rock Falls United Methodist Church where he had served in lay ministry.
Survivors include his son Clark Deem of CA; his brother David Deem (Becky Laible) of Machesney Park, IL.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
A gathering of friends and family will take place on Saturday October 7, 2023 at the Rock Falls United Methodist Church in Rock Falls, followed by the memorial service at 11 AM. Burial will be private. Arrangements entrusted to McDonald Funeral Home & Crematory.
Memorials in lieu of flowers may be made in his memory to the Rock Falls United Methodist Church.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Ron and Doreen Bontz
October 6, 2023
Condolences to all your family. Always such a kind person. Rest in peace Craig.
Gayle
October 5, 2023
Remembering you Craig as a devoted son. Every day I would be able to visit with you on your way to see your Mom and Dad. You were always kind and thoughtful. You will be missed. Rest in peace Craig.
Debbie Jones Spink
October 5, 2023
Everyone who knew Craig loved him. He will be greatly missed.
Lyla Bridges
October 4, 2023
Oh Craig, you were such a good friend, and a good person all around. You will be missed by all that had the pleasure of knowing you.
Patricia Kelly
October 3, 2023
My deepest condolences to Craig's family. Many happy memories were made way back when. Rest in Peace, Craig.
Kathy Lewis (Jackson)
October 2, 2023
I remember you being such a good friend and so kind to everyone. RIP Craig
Sandi
October 2, 2023
Craig you will be missed by so many! What a wonderful soul you were! I will so miss our little chats we had at my house. Rest in Peace my dear friend
Tom Lendman
October 2, 2023
Rest is peace Craig.
Deb Garman Murphy
October 2, 2023
My life long friend, I was blessed by just knowing you!! My memories of you are many and they always make me smile I will love you forever....
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