Obituary of Craig Leon Vance

Craig L. Vance, 58, of Niles passed away peacefully at his home, with his family surrounding him, on Saturday, November 20, 2010. Craig was born on September 5, 1952 in Kendallville, Indiana. Craig was raised in the Dowagiac area by his parents Don and Dolores Gartee. On April 1, 1972 Craig married Denna Youngman at a ceremony in Niles, Michigan. Craig enjoyed watching Notre Dame Football. He always looked forward to his "fishing trips" with his friends. Craig loved spending time with his family and friends, especially his grandchildren. He most recently was employed as the general manager for Bo's Smoke Shop serving the greater Kentucky area. Craig's employers were more like family then co-workers. He was preceded in death by his father Leon Vance and his maternal grandparents John and Martha Hornung. Craig is survived by his wife Denna Vance of Niles, his two sons Jason and John Vance both of Niles and his daughter, Susan Teall of Mishawaka, four grandchildren; Makayla, Jillyan and Jarrett Vance and Connor Teall, a brother John Vance of Niles, a sister Vickie (Vern) Hearter of Eau Claire and many nieces and nephews. Those wishing to make a memorial donation may do so to the American Heart Association or the American Cancer Society.