Kenneth Leo Craig's Obituary
Kenneth Leo Craig, age 82, of Casey, IL passed away at 11:10 a.m. on Wednesday, November 20, 2019 at Casey Health Care Center, Casey, IL. He was born December 16, 1936 in Martinsville, IL, the son of Russell Shelby Craig and Cecelia Aileen Bowen Craig. He was married October 15th, 2011 in Toledo, IL to Shirley Lindsey Craig. Survivors include his wife, Shirley Craig of Casey; son, Roger Craig and wife, Dyann of Decatur, IL; daughter, Cathy Jo Atkins of Knoxville, TN; grandchildren, Brandon Atkins, Morgan Northington and Austin Craig; great-grandchildren, Hunter Northington and Liam Northington; nieces, Donna Richardson, Diane Tague, and Hilda Tingley; and good friend, Gene Southard and wife Ruth of Casey, IL. He was preceded in death by his parents; son-in-law, Todd Atkins; brothers, Harold Craig, Delbert L. Craig, Carroll Craig, and Herman Ferrell Craig; sisters, Violet Mae Craig Dill, Pearl Craig Thompson and Rose Craig Sanders. Kenneth was a US Army Veteran serving his country from 1955 to 1958. He was a member of the Island Grove Church and had a love for woodworking. At his request there will be no services. Memorial donations may be made to a Veterans Organization of the donor"™s choice. To view the full obituary, send a condolence message, light a candle or post photos, visit www.markwellfuneralhome.com. Markwell Funeral Home of Casey, IL is in charge of the arrangements.
What’s your fondest memory of Kenneth?
What’s a lesson you learned from Kenneth?
Share a story where Kenneth's kindness touched your heart.
Describe a day with Kenneth you’ll never forget.
How did Kenneth make you smile?