Harold E. Craig Obituary (1930 - 2016)

Harold E. Craig, 86, of Bloomington, died at 8:20 a.m. on Wednesday, November 23, 2016 at Heritage Health in Normal. Graveside services will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, November 30, 2016 at Park Hill Cemetery, Bloomington. Cremation rites have been accorded. Carmody-Flynn Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Community Cancer Center, 407 E. Vernon Ave, Normal, IL 61761. To express condolences online, please visit www.carmodyflynn.com. Harold was born August 6, 1930 in Minier, son of Clyde and Glenn Craig. He married Regena "Gina" Ping on October 10, 1953 in Heyworth. Surviving are his wife, Gina, of Bloomington; two daughters, Debbie (Danny) Mitchell and Kim (Alan) Sternberg, both of Bloomington and two grandchildren, Tami (Chad) Custer of Hudson and Tommy (Janelle) Ragusa of Maui, HI. Also surviving are three great-grandchildren and one sister, Geneva Cassidy of Waukegan. He was preceded in death by his parents; one son, H. Scott Craig and one brother, Lawrence Craig. Harold owned and operated Craigs Mobil Service Station in Bloomington for 38 years. Harold was an avid St. Louis Cardinals baseball fan and enjoyed traveling the country, by motorcycle, with his wife and friends. After retirement, one of Harolds favorite places to be was in his garage with his neighbors, enjoying good conversation. Harold will be remembered by his friends and family for never passing up a good meal. The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the "West Wing" staff at Heritage Health in Normal for their care and compassion towards Harold and their family during this difficult time.