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Kraig Cummings Obituary
Kraig was a graduate of the University of Virginia, class of 1965, and American University, class of 1970. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force where he served his country as a F-4 fighter pilot during the Vietnam War. Later in his life he was a V.A. administrator who lived life on the edge. When he could no longer fly jets, he discovered fast cars. Duty and adventure took him around the world. Kraig was a patriot and a man of strong conviction.
In addition to his parents, Kraig was preceded in death by his only brother, Kyeson Cummings.
He is survived by his devoted wife, Frances N. Cummings; son, Larry Cummings (Tammy) of Short Pump, Va.; a daughter, Lisa Groulx of Charlotte, North Carolina; stepdaughters, Laurie Zaryczny (Joey) of Bedford, Va., and Carol Dillard (Keith) of Virginia Beach, Va.; and a sister-in-law, Linda Cummings. He was so proud of his many grandchildren and great-grandchildren, Meghan, Nina, Kaycee, Samantha, Haley, Allie, Mandy, Cara, Kendell, Kyle, Mitchell, and Nora.
A Celebration of Life will be held in honor of Kraig at Bedford Baptist Church, 1516 Oakwood St., Bedford, Va. 24523, on Saturday, July 29, 2023, at 2 p.m. A reception will follow the service at the church. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to The Wounded Warrior Project.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Bedford, is assisting the family. To send condolences, please visit tharpfuneralhome.com.
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