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Willie Edward Craig, Jr.

05/18/1938 - 12/13/2024

Obituary For Willie Edward Craig, Jr.

VIEWING: Friday, December 27, 2028/ Time: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

SERVICE: Saturday, December 28, 2024/ Time: 2:00 PM/ Feggins Chapel, 409 South Hill Avenue, South Hill, VA 23970/ Rev. Sharon C. Baskerville, Officiating

INTERMENT: West View East Cemetery, Halifax Street, South Hill, VA

"The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2 He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. 3 He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake. 4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. 5 Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over. 6 Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.” Psalm 23-KJV

MR. WILLIE EDWARD CRAIG, JR, son of the late Edward Craig and Fannie Newby Craig, was born May 18, 1938 in South Hill, VA and passed away peacefully December 13, 2024 with his family nearby. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Juanita King Criag; daughter- Veverlyn Flagg; stepson- Andrew Willabus Craig; and his siblings- George, James, Catherine, Christina, Marie, Rose, and Carolyn.

At an early age he attended Jerusalem Baptist Church and Mecklenburg County Public Schools in Virginia. By the age of 19 yrs. old he traveled up North to New Jersey where he temporarily lived with his now deceased Aunt Ethel (Uncle Saunders) and Aunt Francis (Uncle Pete). Willie was a long-time resident of Newark and East Orange.

He dedicated many extensive years as a leather craftsman working in the industrialized leather tannery industry of Newark. He first worked for Beret Leather Company and thereafter retired from Seton Leather Company on June 29, 2000 at the age of 62yrs old.

His passion for fishing often found him by lakesides or out in a boat deep sea fishing, enjoying the essence and tranquility of the ocean.

He leaves to cherish his memories his loving daughter- Rev. Chaplain Catherine Vernessa (Kevin, Sr.) Sauls; son- Spoony; three grandchildren- Kevin Sauls, II, Michael Sauls, and Steven (Dimonique) Flagg; brother- Charles Craig; sister- Rebecca Tisdale; aunt- Lillie Mae Aikens; special niece- Rev. Sharon (Alfred) Baskerville, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, great grandchildren; the Sauls family and life-long friends at Prospect Park Apartments Independent Senior Living of East Orange, New Jersey.


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Reminiscing on this time last year. I took my Dad aka Grandpa to Red Lobster to celebrate his B.day πŸ₯³ He said it was one of the best days of his life that he could remember he had in a long time! πŸ™ŒπŸΎ

May his soul continue to rest in the Heavenlies at age 87yrs old. Rest peacefully until we meet again Dad πŸ•Š Love Your Daughter, Catherine Vernessa πŸ™πŸΎπŸ€ŽπŸ™πŸΎ

Catherine

My deepest condolences and strongest prayers to the Craig family. Ola Fadojutimi

They say time heals all wounds, however, the death of loved ones leaves a sting. To the family of friends of Willie, I pray that while you mourn, that the God of all grace comforts you during your time of bereavement.

Sincerely, Reverend Dr. Jonathan Wesley

Extending our most sincere and deepest condolences to the Sauls and Craig families.

With Love, Carolyn and Nihree

You fought the good fight Mr. Craig - "I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing." 2 Timothy‬ ‭4‬:‭7‬-‭8‬ ‭KJV‬‬

~ UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN ~

Suns May Rise, Shadows May Fall ...

Love Is Forever, Love Is All ...

As High As The Sky, As Deep As The Sea ...

Love is Forever, Eternally ...

Gone ... But Never Forgotten!

Love, The Sauls Family

Daughter Catherine Vernessa, Son-In-Law Kevin Sr, Grandchildren Kevin II & Michael Fre', In-Laws Nathaniel Sr, Nathaniel Jr

Prayers for the Craig Family πŸ™. My Deepest Sympathy. Mary Garnes. New York New York

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

Feggins Funeral Home | South Hill, VA

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