Craig Erikson
January 7th, 1948 - December 27th, 2023
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Craig's Obituary
Craig Scott Erikson passed away just one week after suffering the sudden loss of his beautiful wife of 53 years, Theresa Ann Erikson. Craig was a rising tide that lifted all those fortunate enough to live and work by his side. His impact remains but he will, and is, severely missed by those he left behind. Memories of his life and exceptional lessons learned are cherished and will continue to provide those who had the privilege to know him a strong foundation to build on.
Craig is survived by his three sons: Craig “Scott” Erikson II, Jason (Jami) and John (Chelsea). Craig has five grandsons: Nathan Todd, Tyler Joseph, Stone Calvillo, Nash Calvillo, Hayes Calvillo and three step-grandchildren: Robert “Bobby”, Willow and Blue.
Craig was the first born of four children to Orval Clyde Erikson and Virginia Davidson in Prophetstown, IL. Craig is survived by his three siblings: Chris Erikson, Cynthia (Cindy) Sutton and Candace (Candy) Munck.
Craig was truly a self-made man nurturing qualities such as perseverance and hard work his entire life that resulted in incredible success from his own efforts. Craig was one to always stay the course, always tell it like it was (no sugarcoat) and was a skilled negotiator coming from a position of strength. Family and loyalty were paramount to Craig. Craig was a tough man his entire life, but what can be more romantic than passing from a broken heart?
A celebration of life for friends and family to follow at a later date in the early summer of 2024. Those wishing to leave an online condolence may do so at www.starks-menchinger.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to Starks & Menchinger Chapel & Cremation Services, 269-556-9450.
Craig is survived by his three sons: Craig “Scott” Erikson II, Jason (Jami) and John (Chelsea). Craig has five grandsons: Nathan Todd, Tyler Joseph, Stone Calvillo, Nash Calvillo, Hayes Calvillo and three step-grandchildren: Robert “Bobby”, Willow and Blue.
Craig was the first born of four children to Orval Clyde Erikson and Virginia Davidson in Prophetstown, IL. Craig is survived by his three siblings: Chris Erikson, Cynthia (Cindy) Sutton and Candace (Candy) Munck.
Craig was truly a self-made man nurturing qualities such as perseverance and hard work his entire life that resulted in incredible success from his own efforts. Craig was one to always stay the course, always tell it like it was (no sugarcoat) and was a skilled negotiator coming from a position of strength. Family and loyalty were paramount to Craig. Craig was a tough man his entire life, but what can be more romantic than passing from a broken heart?
A celebration of life for friends and family to follow at a later date in the early summer of 2024. Those wishing to leave an online condolence may do so at www.starks-menchinger.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to Starks & Menchinger Chapel & Cremation Services, 269-556-9450.
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