Craig is survived by his wife of 27 years Kimberly, son Scott, daughters Rachel and Megan, son-in-law Chris, and brother Roger and family.
During his high school years, Craig became an expert marksman and a certified shotgun instructor. Following graduation, Craig worked for the US Forrest Service, and proudly served his country in the Vietnam War as an Army Warrant Officer. Craig worked as a Fire Fighter, a helicopter pilot for off shore oil, EMS, DEA, and Cal Fire. After 15 years with the Modesto Fire Department, Craig retired as a Fire Prevention Inspector.
A Celebration of Life service is scheduled for Saturday, March 5th, 2016 at 10AM at Lakewood Memorial Park at 900 Santa Fe Ave, Hughson, CA 95326. A reception will follow. In lieu of flowers, remembrances in Craig's name may be sent to the Widows and Orphans Fund at MFD: MCFFA, PO Box 95353, Modesto, CA 95353.