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Craig Dawson Obituary
February 11, 1954 - December 12, 2021
Columbia, South Carolina - Craig Gayden Dawson, 67, died on Sunday, December 12, 2021. He was predeceased by his parents, William Thomas and Gretchen Gayden Dawson.
Craig grew up in Columbia and graduated from AC Flora High School and the University of South Carolina. He loved being a Gamecock and being a member of Sigma Nu Fraternity where he made many life long friends. After College, Craig joined his family's business, Central Carolina Distributors, where he had a successful career in the automotive industry. This included serving on the Advisory Board for the General Motors Aftermarket Division. In 2008, he was appointed by President George W. Bush to head the Southeastern General Services Administration.
Craig enjoyed hunting, traveling and spending time at his family's home on Lake Murray. He was a former member of The Palmetto Club, Forest Lake Country Club, The Camellia Ball and The Caprician Club.
He is survived by his two daughters: Martha Jayne Dawson, Columbia, SC and Catherine Gayden Dawson, New York, NY; brothers, Dr. William T. Dawson (Jutta) and Katon E. Dawson (Candy); and a sister, Gretchen G. Dawson; along with several nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will held Thursday, December 23rd, at Elmwood Cemetery at 12 o'clock. The family will greet friends after the service. Shives Funeral Home, Trenholm Road Chapel, is assisting the family.
In lieu of flowers, the family request that memorials be made to Trenholm Road United Methodist Church Pastor's Discretionary Fund, 3401 Trenholm Rd, Columbia, SC 29204.
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Larry and Lucille
January 7, 2022
We met Craig on the Windstar Cruise in Greece this summer. He was a southern gentleman, always ready with a kind comment, we met for lunch or supper everyday. We started following each other on Facebook. We followed his travels to Ireland and we are very sad to hear of his passing. We had hoped to meet him again in South Carolina. Rest in Peace and we will remember you.
Toby and Susan Wiliams
December 22, 2021
We will miss our good neighbor.
Billy Beard
December 21, 2021
RIP Craig. You will be missed by all who had the privilege of knowing you.
Phyllis Gayden Peterson
December 21, 2021
He was kind and good hearted. I'm so glad we were able to spend time together.
Angie Rhame
December 21, 2021
So heartbroken over this sad news. Craig has been a lifelong friend that will be terribly missed. Prayers for the family. Angie Rhame
Gary Middlebrooks
December 21, 2021
Craig was a great friend. I will surely miss his smiling face. RIP my friend until we see each other again.
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