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John Danaher posted a condolence
Monday, September 1, 2014
To the Craig family, words can not express how sorry I am to hear of Jim's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you, Jim was an outstanding father who cared about his children and I only hope I can show that much passion for mine. I enjoyed working with him during my time in niles.
John Danaher
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Bob & Hannah Heit posted a condolence
Monday, September 1, 2014
Roberta, I just heard about Jim. I hope you will still get this. I am so sorry. We loved chatting at Principal events and I consider him a good friend. Our prayers will be with you and your family.
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tonia hauser posted a condolence
Monday, September 1, 2014
When I think of living on Sioux Trail, swimming and growing up alongside the Craig children, I smile. Be thankful that you have each other to help you get through these unbearable times. Your father couldn't have been more proud of any of you. Jim has always cared about his family's well-being, above anything. He was a man who believed in trying your absolute best in all that you do- a belief Roberta, Lindsay, Dustin, Mo and Sean clearly live out as well. His passion for education and the community will never be forgotten. My whole heart goes out to the entire Craig family, I love you all so, so much.
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Angelique Petersen posted a condolence
Sunday, August 31, 2014
Roberta and family,
We are so truly sorry for your loss. Jim was a wonderful man and will be greatly missed. We wish you peace and comfort during this difficult time.
With sympathy,
Kenny & Angelique Petersen
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Ken and Mary Working posted a condolence
Sunday, August 31, 2014
Dear Roberta and family,
Words can not express our sadness for your loss. We are very sorry we could not express our condolences in person but we are out of town and can not be there. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time.
Mary and Ken Working
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Patrick Touhey posted a condolence
Sunday, August 31, 2014
I first met Jim thru our daughters who we both wanted to give every opportunity to succeed as basketball players. I knew right away that there was one thing Jim and I had in common. We both hated to lose. He instilled a spirit within both of his daughters to give their absolute best effort all of the time. Lindsay and Mo both had an inner drive to succeed. No one had to push them to work harder. I know exactly where they learned that from. Jim's daughters were polite and had good manners. I know where they learned that from. Jim's daughters were great students. I know where they learned that from. Jim's daughters were motivated to help others succeed. I know where they learned that from. Jim's daughters were willing to serve others. I know where they learned that from. Jim knew the rewards that tough love would give his daughters as they became adults. Jim did not care whether tough love was the in fashion or not.
In my opinion and observation the most important thing Jim wanted to achieve was that he loved his family with his whole heart and spirit. I am certain that when he met his Maker he received an A+.
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Rusty Stitt posted a condolence
Saturday, August 30, 2014
Roberta & Family,
Jim was not only a great friend to me but a mentor. He always had a listening ear while giving me excellent advice. Jim was a servant to public education and loved to positively impact the lives of children. He always pushed me, in his own little way, to strive for excellence. A lot of who I am is influenced by what I learned from Jim. He cared more about serving others than he did in serving himself. A great man is lost and will be forever remembered! I am forever in debt to Jim for giving me my start in a job that I love. Our whole family has your whole family in our thoughts and prayers.
Rusty, Marny, Wynn and Maeve Stitt
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Carolyn Ernsperger posted a condolence
Saturday, August 30, 2014
Roberta, our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
Thinking of you in your time of sorrow,
Carolyn, Skip, and Ian Ernsperger
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Patti Glossinger posted a condolence
Saturday, August 30, 2014
Roberta & Family
We were so sorry to hear of the loss of your husband. We cannot be there due our nephew's wedding, but our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Blessings to your and your family.
Patti Glossinger & Family
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Carl Jautakis lit a candle
Friday, August 29, 2014
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Roberta, I am sorry for your families loss, Jim was a true gentleman, a friend for many years who cared so much for all of his famy and friends. I loved that Jim was always up to the next challenge, and always willing to help others.
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Brown Funeral Home & Cremation Services posted a condolence
Friday, August 29, 2014
Brown Funeral Home & Cremation Services created a Tribute Video in memory of James "Jim" F. Craig
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Stephanie Brown-Cline posted a condolence
Friday, August 29, 2014
Mr. Craig has given me so many great memories (including his ruler) of middle school at Edwardsburg. His smile and dedication will be with me forever. Godspeed and say a big "Hello" to Mr. Clayborn.
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Demi Schrader posted a condolence
Thursday, August 28, 2014
To the Craig family--
I am so sorry for your loss. Jim was a great man and part of the reason I am a teacher today. Without him being so generous and offering to be my university supervisor, I probably would have not been able to do my student teaching here at home. I learned so much from him during that short period of time and plan to use many of his tips in order to be the best teacher I can. I am very blessed to have gotten to work with him! I love you all and you are in my thoughts!!!! He will be missed but never forgotten!
Demi Schrader
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Eenee Ferrano posted a condolence
Thursday, August 28, 2014
Roberta, Lindsay, Dustin, Maureen and Sean,
I read the beautiful obituary for Jim and felt his deep love of family. It was evident in everything he did. I am so sorry for the loss of your husband and father. The void of his absence will never be filled, but I pray that Our Lord will comfort you in your pain.
With love and prayers, your cousin, Eenee Pflum Ferrano
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Crislyn D'Souza-Schorey posted a condolence
Thursday, August 28, 2014
Our heartfelt condolences to a family we hold dear to us. We cherish our longstanding and valued history and wish you strength and courage during this difficult time. Our hearts, thoughts and prayers are with the entire Craig family. Please accept our deepest sympathy.
Crislyn D'Souza-Schorey, on behalf of the Department of Biological Sciences, University of Notre Dame.
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Linda Grubbs posted a condolence
Thursday, August 28, 2014
Roberta, Maureen, Lindsay, Dustan, and Sean,
We were so sorry to read about your loss. May the "happy" memories you have and the good times you shared, help you through this sad time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
With our deepest sympathy,
Ken and Linda Grubbs
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Lori Zimmerman posted a condolence
Thursday, August 28, 2014
Roberta, Lindsay, Dustan, Maureen, and Sean:
Words cannot express the sadness and emptiness we all feel at the loss of Jim. He was such a wonderful person who truly loved his family and was always happy to share his pride. It showed to all who came in contact with him with the huge smile he would get on his face when talking about each one of you. It has been such a pleasure to watch each of you grow up over the years into the wonderful people each of you are. Jim was always so kind to all of us whether it was coaching Evan in football or baseball (he still considers him one of his favorite coaches), cheering Ethan on even when we were on opposite sides (esp. Eddies vs Bucks football) or showing support to Elyse with her basketball and track - he always took the time to show his support and friendship. Jim became my "voice of reason" especially with our decision to change schools and especially over the past six months - he had a gift for keeping situations in perspective and I will always be so grateful for his wonderful advice. We may all miss Jim but his smile, love and spirit will truly live on in each one of you - it already does and I know it will continue throughout your lives. God bless you all & know that not just us but the entire community is here to love and support each one of you.
The Zimmerman Family
Bill, Lori, Evan, Ethan & Elyse
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Jim Welch posted a condolence
Thursday, August 28, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers to Roberta and entire Craig family.
Jim and Cindy Welch
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Lon McGuire posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 27, 2014
Roberta & Family,I am truly saddened by Jim's passing as it was always a pleasure to see him the last couple of years,I feel that although we were not spend alot of time together as we passed through life, we go back to the times of Three Oaks,Softball,,NAPA Auto Parts with him & Jerry,What a great and
Wonderful Memories that I will always have.Lon
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Reid McBeth posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 27, 2014
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. It was always a joy to run into Jim as he was always eager and ready to share with you all the wonderful things is children were doing. It was obvious he was so, so proud. I feel blessed to have known Jim and I am again so sorry for your loss.
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mike ford posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 27, 2014
Our sincere condolences to your family in this time of loss. Jim was a personable man who's contributions toward the betterment of his community were self evident.
The Ford Family
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Rob Clingaman posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 27, 2014
The Niles-Buchanan Community has lost a true treasure. I had the upmost pleasure in broadcasting Jim's kids in their respective sports on WNIL. Whether it was Lyndsey & Mo in Lady Viking Basketball, Dustin in Buchanan football and as recent as Sean in Niles Wrestling, where I even had the pleasure of Jim helping us with a broadcast of a big Niles wrestling match. I also remember the Motorhome Tailgate Parties at Buchanan Football games, that Jim & Roberta would always invite us too. On behalf of my wife Trish and my Dad (RC), our hearts go out to Roberta & the kids during this very sad time. God Speed Jim, you will be TRULY missed.
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Jim Knoll posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 27, 2014
Roberta and family - I am so sorry to hear about Jim. I can never place in words the loss I feel for all of you. Remember that dad was a loving father and husband; a committed and learned educator; a friend both honest and amusing. I KNOW I am a better person for having Jim in my life.
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Lonnie Brown posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 27, 2014
Awesome teacher and coach. He will be missed.
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Connie Tomlinson posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 27, 2014
We are so very sorry to hear of Jim's passing. He was always so pleasant to talk with at all of the basketball games, Kalamazoo Heat and PC vs. Niles. The pride he had in his family was always evident and we know you are devastated. May his love carry you through these terribly dark days to the time ahead when you can look back and smile at a great memory.
The Tomlinson's - Bryan, Connie, Maria and Alayna
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Sheila Varga Phillips posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 27, 2014
Roberta,
I'm so sorry to hear of this - you are such a sweetheart - to Jim forever - and to all of us too! Love You.
Sheila
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Jill Svete posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 27, 2014
Roberta, Lindsay, Dustan, Maureen, and Sean,
Words can't express the sadness that I feel at the loss of your husband and father. He was such a good man. We have so many wonderful memories over the years.
I have always loved this quote, "Perhaps they are not stars, but rather openings in heaven where the love of our lost ones pours through and shines down upon us to let us know they are happy."
You are in our prayers.
The Svete Family
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Rhonda Harlow posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 27, 2014
There are no words ease your pain. If anyone were to ask me to say the first thing that comes to mind when the name Jim Craig is mentioned, I would say he was a man who loved and lived for his family. I don't think I ever saw him when he wasn't with at least one of you, unless it was at an event supporting your participation. From now on he will always have the best seat in the house. RIP.
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Kimberly Watson posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 27, 2014
As Mr. Craig, you were an amazing and inspirational principal. Now, that I am in the world of education, I see even more just how amazing and unique you were. You cared and went above and beyond.
As Jim, you welcomed me as an additional member of your family for many years. You were supportive, funny, and caring beyond words. You were so loved.
To the family, thank you for helping to teach me what love is. You have given me more than you will ever know from memories, to inspiration, advice and a way to live life.
Love,
Kim Watson
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Lisa Reynolds posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 27, 2014
Roberta and kids,
We are so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. We have such great memories of him traveling all the ball weekends! We had really good times. You are all in our prayers.
Love the Reynolds Family
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Karen Muir posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 27, 2014
Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. May you take comfort in knowing that he will be watching over you from above. A piece of your heart is now in Heaven.
With heartfelt sympathy,
Skip & Karen Muir and family
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Brown Funeral Home & Cremation Services posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 26, 2014
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