Kenneth Wayne Craig, 78, passed away on Monday, April 29, 2019 at Frye Regional Medical Center in Hickory. He was born on August 31, 1940 to the late Benjamin Franklin Craig and Ruth Nelson Craig in Catawba County. Wayne was a United States Army Veteran. He dedicated many years of service to Hickory Chair and Corning where he retired. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Nelson Craig. Survivors include his wife of 50 plus years, Linda Smith Craig; son, Todd Craig and wife Suzi; daughters, Tina Clark, Tracey Hennigar and husband Trent; six grandchildren; and brother, Keith Craig and wife Judy. A visitation will be held on Saturday, May 4, 2019 from 9:45 until 10:45 a.m. at Hickory Funeral Home. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, May 4, 2019 at 11:15 a.m. at Fairview Cemetery. Military Honors will be conducted by the American Legion Post 544.