Craig A. Wilk

Craig was the beloved husband of Rochelle, his partner in everything, and a proud, devoted father to Gerry (Haley), Kailey, and Karley. He was a proud and loving grandfather to Graysin and Jesse, with whom he shared many cherished moments.

He is survived by his siblings Michael (Evelyne), Daniel (Kim), Natalie (Mark), and Paul (Amy), as well as his sister-in-law Michelle (Philip), Godmother, Judy Raab; and his Godfather, Steve Wilk.

Craig was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Alice (Dobrowolski) Wilk; his brother, Tracey; He was also a loving uncle and godfather to many nieces and nephews, and a devoted “dogfather” to many—especially his faithful companion, Wrigley.

Craig played football at St. Joseph College and went on to serve with honor and dedication for 33 years with the Cook County Sheriff’s Police. During his distinguished career, he served as a Field Training Officer, was a member of the Incident Command Team, a well-respected accident reconstructionist, and was an active member of FOP Lodge 4. A proud Eagle Scout, Craig was not just a colleague-he was a mentor, a leader, and someone countless officers looked up to. He took pride in shaping others, always willing to teach, guide, and stand beside those who needed him.

Craig loved the simple things-animals, a good sweet treat (which he could never pass up), time with his family, including regularly watching animated movies with his grandson Jesse, and being unapologetically proud to be an American. He lived big, loved deeply, and left an impression on everyone he met.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, from 4:00pm to 8:00pm at Blake-Lamb Funeral Home, 4727 W. 103rd Street, Oak Lawn, IL. Family and friends will gather at the funeral home at 10am on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 and proceed to St. Christina Church 3342 W. 111th Street Chicago, IL for a Funeral Mass to be celebrated in Craig's honor at 11:30am. Interment will follow at Resurrection Cemetery in Justice, IL.

Craig’s legacy of service, love, and integrity will live on in all who knew him.