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Craig Runner Obituary
Born on May 11, 1947, in Philadelphia, the son of the late Evelyn (Schrum) and William Runner, he was raised in Levittown, Pa. He moved to New Jersey in 1980.
Craig worked for Conair Corportaion in East Windsor, N.J., as a security guard for 15 years. He was previously employed with Pathmark Supermarkets in Trenton, N.J. for 30 years.
He was an avid Phillies and Eagles fan. He loved traveling to the southwest area of the United States and enjoyed road trips with Heather to the four corners. He had a great love for the Grand Canyon, and enjoyed Native American history and music. Craig also enjoyed going to the casinos; Bally's in Atlantic City was his favorite but he enjoyed gambling at any of the casinos.
Craig was the loving father of Amy and Anthony Jenks of Bensalem, Pa., Nancy and Michael Helms of Bensalem, Pa., Kathleen and Robert Lowe of Yardley, Pa., and the late Craig R. Runner Jr., and the stepfather of Samantha Jopko and Michael Wardell of Keyport, N.J. and Vincent Jopko of Yardley, Pa. He was the devoted grandfather of Heather Krut of Bensalem, Pa., Michael Helms of Bensalem, Pa., Courtney and Brittany Kachmar of Yardley, Pa., Aaron and Katelynn Lowe of Yardley, Pa., Danielle Runner of Levittown, Pa., Robert Runner of Shelby, N.C., Brandy and Conrad Runner of Ocala, Fla., Alexis Jopko of Keyport, N.J. and the upcoming birth of the Wardell baby of Keyport, N.J.; the proud great-grandfather of Terry Mason Andujar of Levittown, Pa. He was the brother of William (the late Eileen) Runner of Lancaster, Pa., Steve and Rose Runner of Levittown, Pa., Lorraine and Carl Lang of Mims, Fla., Gail and Lenny Kelly of Levittown, Pa., Sharon Runner of Carlisle, Lucy Runner of Levittown, Pa. and the late Curt Runner also of Levittown, Pa. He will also be sadly missed by numerous nieces, and nephews.
Family and friends are invited to call from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, and from 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday at the James J. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc., 2200 Trenton Road, Levittown, Pa. where his funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday. Interment will be private. Condolences may be posted at www.doughertyfuneralhome.com.
Memories and Condolences
for Craig Runner
Ellie Kania
June 15, 2011
I worked with Graig,At Pathmark for over 30 years.He was a wonderfull happy person I'm sad to hear of his passing.
RIP Graig. MY Prayers and thoughts go out to your Family.
Courtney Kachmar
June 15, 2011
R.I.P. Pop-Pop! You will never be forgotten! And as you watch over my as i go through college i know that you will always have a hand on my shoulder to help me through the good and the bad times!! I love you forever and always and you will never be forgotten! I love you!
Linda Smith
June 15, 2011
Our deepest condolences to all of you. So sorry for your loss. You know where to find us Nancy if you need us!
Jessica Kucker
June 14, 2011
Dearest Craig,
God saw you getting tired,
When a cure was not to be.
So He wrapped his arms around you,
and whispered, "Come to me".
You didn't deserve what you went through,
So He gave you rest.
God's garden must be beautiful,
He only takes the best
And when I saw you sleeping,
So peaceful and free from pain
I could not wish you back
To suffer that again.
Love You, "that happy person" Jessica Kucker, John Andersen and our dog Chloe
Jeanne O'Hare
June 13, 2011
Craig always had a smile and a good morning greeting as we walked into the office here at Conair. Everyone I've spoken to is so saddened by his passing. Sincere condolences to the entire family.
Terry Holliday
June 13, 2011
This goes out to all of Craig's wonderful children: Amy, Tony, and Heather..Nancy, Mike, and Mike, also to Kathy and her young ladies, as well as Craig's other children: Sam and Mike and Alexis, with one more on the way...
You all know what I am going through because you are greiving his abscence in our lives too. Craig was a remarkable, funloving, caring, person who freely shared that with everyone who knew him. I miss him, hearing his laugh, his upbeat personality that just made me feel so special to him. Well, he's not gone in spirit because he lives within my heart everyday. I don't know why God does the things He does sometimes, but it's not up to me to question the Maker and ask why Craig and I had only that short time we did; but I would not have changed a single thing..because I was given the gift of knowing your Dad and loving him immensely in the time we did have. Everything wasn't perfect, but life itself isn't...so we just appreciate the days we are given, lavish in the tender moments we are so blessed to receive, and live each and every day to its fullest, because we don't know what tomorrow brings and none of us are promised tomorrow anyway. Keep your Father in your hearts and he will live inside of you through those precious memories he's left to us, to keep him living. I'll bet today...instead of being in pain as he was...he's dancing with those Spiritual Tribal Indians and he is watching over us still. Just as he always has,just as he always will.
Mandy Barner
June 13, 2011
So Sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Terry Holliday
June 13, 2011
Hello all of Craigs precious daughters Amy, Nancy and Kathy,and his Sons by law,Tony Jenks,Mike Helms,his other children Sam, Mike Jopko and Vinnie,and Alexis, whom he loved as his own and all of Craigs wonderful family..I miss him terribly and loved him wonderfully. He will always be alive in my heart and memories. We had some wonderful times and we just weren't given the time we needed or wanted to really develope our life together...but I can't question the Good Lords reasons for things, I must remain grateful for the time we did have and let those memories bring the smiles to my heart when I want to let the grief overtake me. He is such a wonderful man and though he may not be here with us, I believe he lives within us and watches over us. As he always did and as he always will. Live, love, and cherish every moment of everyday like its your last...and we will see him on the other side. He will be waiting with open arms when our time comes. Try to be grateful for the fact he is no longer in pain of any kind, and that maybe he can actually be dancing with the Spiritual tribes of all the Nations of Indians and living his dream afterall.
Blessed Peace be with all of you. I love you and know that you are made of strong character and will find solice in finding your own way to let him move on.
Eileen LaBadie
June 13, 2011
So sorry for your loss Nancy and family, you and your family are in my thoughts.
Linda Stout
June 12, 2011
We are so sorry for your loss. Craig was always so very nice. He was a good man and will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. R.I.P. Craig.
Crystal Mura
June 12, 2011
So very sorry to hear of the loss of a good person like Craig. I worked with Craig at Pathmark for thirty years. After working with someone that long you become like family. I will never forget Craig, he will remain in my thoughts and prayers like a brother. My most sincere condolences to Craigs family.
Rest In Peace Craig, you truly are one of the best!
Kathy Lowe
June 12, 2011
R.I.P. Dad... Words can't even describe the way that we all feel. We will all miss you deeply. You are always in our hearts but you will never be forgotten. I LOVE YOU!!!
coleen ryan
June 12, 2011
i am so sorry,amy.....try to pick out all of the good things...remember the good times...its what got me thru....love u and u r in my prayers....
Lorraine Lang
June 12, 2011
Rest in peace Craig, free from your pain.
Thanks for being my brother...I love you.
Lorraine
Nancy Helms
June 12, 2011
You never said “I'm leaving”
You never said “goodbye”
You were gone before I knew it,
And only God knew why.
There are no words to tell you
Just what I feel inside
The shock, the hurt, the anger
Might gradually subside
A million times I'll need you
A million times I'll cry
If Love alone could have saved you
You never would have died
In Life I loved you dearly
In death I love you still
In my heart you hold a place
That no one could ever fill
It broke my heart to loose you
But you didn't go alone
For part of me went with you
The day God took you home
Things will never be the same
And all though it hurts so bad
I will smile whenever I hear your name
And be proud you were my Dad.
R.I.P. Dad..You'll be missed more than you could have ever imagined..I love you!
Bridget Megivern-Rodriguez
June 11, 2011
I will miss you so much daddy Craig....love you forever.
Bridget Megivern-Rodriguez
June 11, 2011
I will miss you so much and never forget you, love you daddy Craig.....forever.
Kim Runner
June 11, 2011
You guys are in our thoughts and prayers.
June 11, 2011
Id give n e thing to hear half ya breath love ya craig
Conrad Runner
June 11, 2011
I love you Pop-Pop.
Amy Jenks
June 11, 2011
R.I.P. Dad...I love you and don't know what I am going to do without you!!
Steve & Kristy Runner Jr.
June 10, 2011
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
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