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Kevin Craley Obituary

RED LION Kevin L. Craley, went to be with our Lord, Saturday, May 15, 2010, at York Hos pital. He was the husband of Sharon L. (Castle) Craley. The couple would have celebrated their 4th wedding anniversary on July 22nd. A celebration of life service will be 7 p.m. Thursday at Kerry's Green, formerly Red Lion Country Club, 150 Country Club Rd, Red Lion, with the Rev. David Tietje of St. John's United Church of Christ in Red Lion, officiating. A visitation will be held following the service. Burial will be private at the convenience of the family. Life Tributes by Olewiler and Heffner Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Inc, 35 Gotham Place, Red Lion, is in charge of arrangements. Born December 31, 1961, in York, he was the son of Jacqualine (Runkle) Silar and husband, Charles of Red Lion and Loy Craley and wife, Dorothy of Red Lion. He was a self employed small business owner of Kevin Craley Painting. Kevin was a volunteer with Chanadochly Ambulance Club, loved riding his motorcycle and was an avid Philadelphia Eagles fan. In addition to his wife and parents, Kevin is also survived by one son, Kyle Craley of Red Lion; one daughter, Brittany Snyder and husband, Shane of Brogue; one step-son, Albert Walton of Red Lion; three step-daughters, Sheryl Zadjowicz of Colorado and Rebecca Walton and Jamie Secrest, both of Red Lion; three grandchildren, Masin and Peyton Snyder and David James Secrest; four sisters, Penny Wambaugh and husband, Ray of Windsor, Angela Gellinger and husband, Rick, Sharon Groff and husband, Mike and Karen Korte and husband, Robert, all of Red Lion; and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, John and Anna Runkle and Chester and Gladys Craley. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the York Adams chapter of the American Red Cross, 724 S. George St., York, Pa 17403. Send condolences at BestLifeTributes.com

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Published by York Daily Record on May 18, 2010.

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Kimberly Culp-Henise

May 20, 2010

Sharon and Family,
I only me Kevin this past fall at Kerry's Green but what a nice man he seemed to be. I'm so sorry for your loss and pain and know no words can quite take that away right now. If I can help or be of comfort in any way please don't hesitate to contact me.

Ray Sanchez

May 20, 2010

What terrible lost to such a nice man. I have known Kevin from workin here at Engel Machinery. very nice going person funny , Kevin and I took a trip to Virginia Beach to a custmer site and we had a balst even thou we went there to work. Kevin will be missed. My prayers to you all.
Ray Sanchez

Kim Stermer

May 20, 2010

TO:Jackie, Charles, Loy, Dot, Penny, and Angie,

I have not seen Kevin for a while, but I will remember and cherish all the things we did together as kids growing up, we had so much fun and good times together as our families were always together it seems. I am sorry for your loss and he will be sadly missed. I have lots of memories of the fun we had as kids. Thanks for the memories, Kevin. My thoughts and prayers are with you all, God Bless.

Stacy Nethery

May 20, 2010

Sharon, I am terrribly sorry to hear of your loss. Try to take comfort in that you are not alone. Kevin touched a lot of lives and is leaving be hind a legacy to be proud of. He will be terribly missed. If you need ANYTHING, call me.

Stacy & Robert Nethery

Betty Deller

May 19, 2010

sharon and family
we are so very sorry for your loss i know we have not kept in contact but you guys have always been in our prayers especially now no words can express how we feel for your loss he was a wonderful man if there is anything we can do please dont hesitate to contact us we love you all and miss you with all our love and prayers Betty(Boo),Michael,and,Momma

STEPHANIE KAUFFMAN

May 18, 2010

SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS ... WE WILL KEEP YOU AND YOURS IN OUR PRAYERS

Gayla Rowley

May 18, 2010

Sharon and family, words cannot begin to say of the heartfelt sorrow I feel for you all. My prayers go out to you at the time of your loss. Kevin was a really good guy and will sadly be missed by many.

Laura Loucks

May 18, 2010

Dear Sharon, We are so sorry for your loss. Our sympathy to you and your family. Randy and Laura

Linda Bailey

May 18, 2010

Sharon & Mike,
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family in this time of your loss.

May 18, 2010

Dear Sharon & Family: I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Kathy Tingue

George and Georgianne Boswell

May 18, 2010

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Susan Morris

May 18, 2010

We are so sorry to hear of Kevin's passing. He touched so many lives and will always be close to our hearts. Our sympathy goes out to all of his family and friends. Sue & Toby

Frances Bredbenner

May 18, 2010

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Kara Kell

May 18, 2010

I am very sorry for your loss. He will be so missed by many. May his smile and laugh live on in all those he touched.

Billie Snyder

May 18, 2010

We are very sorry to hear of Kevin's passing. He will be missed by many, but has left alot of wonderful memories to cherish. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
John (JC) & Billie Jo (BJ) Snyder

Sherie, Ryan & Tad

May 18, 2010

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Jim Dellinger

May 18, 2010

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

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