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Craig A. Magee
May 11, 1948 - September 10, 2024,
WATERLOO - Craig A. Magee, 76, of Waterloo, passed away on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, at UnityPoint Health – Allen Hospital.
He was born May 11, 1948, in Waterloo, son of Armour "A.R." and Thelma (Chase) Magee. He graduated from Waterloo West High School in 1967, attended Hawkeye Tech, and obtained a BA from UNI.
Craig married Pattie Scheel Oct. 16, 1976, at St. Jude's Catholic Church, Cedar Rapids. He served in the US Air Force during the Vietnam War. He then served in the Iowa Army National Guard for an additional 23 years.
He worked for John Deere as a tractor mechanic for 34 years, retiring in 2008.
Craig was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, UAW Local 838, and Waterloo American Legion Post #138.
He is survived by his wife, Pattie Magee of Waterloo; four children: Shannan (Matt) Anfinson of Las Vegas, Tiffany (Joe) Dent of Phoenix, Andrea Magee of Waterloo, and Chad Magee of Eau Claire, WI; six grandchildren; and three half-brothers: Jim (Brenda) Sammons, Tom (Nancy) Sammons, and Jeff Sammons.
Craig was preceded in death by his parents; stepmother, Rena Magee; brother, Paul Magee; stepbrother, Don Fike; half-brother, Kevin Sammons; and half-sister, Karla Hoffman.
Services: 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 21, at Locke at Tower Park, 4140 Kimball Ave. Burial: Waterloo Cemetery. Military honors by Iowa Army National Guard funeral honor guard. Visitation: 4–7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 20; also, for one hour prior to services. Memorials: to the family. Visit www.LockeFuneralServices.com for more. Locke at Tower Park is assisting the family, 319-233-3146.
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Carol Harris
September 25, 2024
Patti and family. I am so very sorry to hear of Craig´s passing. His smile and humor will be remembered by many. May your fondest memories sustain you through this difficult time. Love to you Patti
DORENE MOORE
September 17, 2024
Pattie and family, I'm so sorry to hear of Craig's passing. Always enjoyed visiting with you both. My deepest sympathy to all of you.
Deb Benedict
September 13, 2024
Craig was a very special man, husband, father, Poppa and friend.
He will be greatly missed by many. My heartfelt prayers and most sincere sympathy for his loved ones as we mourn his passing.
Larry Walter
September 13, 2024
My condolences to the family. We attended West High together.
Vern Rathbun
September 13, 2024
I will always remember Craig as a person with a great sense of humor, always positive and caring for others. As cousins I remember fondly good times and fun at Holiday Lake. My condolences to the family
Terry Roeder
September 13, 2024
His class of 67 will sure miss him. He always had a big smile for everyone!
Terry Dunfee Roeder
Jack hoffman
September 13, 2024
Craig was a great friend enjoyed visit with him he will be missed
Greg Hudson
September 13, 2024
Craig and I were West High class mates. We also went thru BMT (Basic Training) together in 1968. He was a good friend and a good man. He will be missed.
My condolences to his family.
Mindy Underwood Gordon
September 12, 2024
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. He was a great man. I remember my Dad always calling him C-Magee. My deepest condolences.
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