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Obituary For Quiester Craig
Dr. Quiester Craig, passed away Thursday, December 12, 2024.
Funeral service will be held Friday, December 20, 2024 12 pm Providence Baptist Church 1106 Tuscaloosa Street Greensboro, North Carolina. Visitation 11 am.
Livestream available at pbcbiglove.org
Entombment at Guilford Memorial Park 6000 Gate City Boulevard Greensboro, North Carolina.
In lieu of flowers, the family encourages donations be made to the Quiester Craig Endowed Scholarship via the North Carolina A&T Foundation.
https://www.givecampus.com/campaigns/28065/donations/new
Dr. Quiester Craig was born and raised in Montgomery, Alabama, to Reverend Samuel and Betty Craig on July 15, 1936. He was the seventh child of seven, and to his family, he was affectionately called Baby Bro.
Dean Craig started his educational career at Alabama State College Laboratory School known as Lab High. He earned a scholarship from the Ford Foundation program that identified college-ready students to bypass 12th grade and attend early enrollment at Morehouse College in 1953. It was at Morehouse that he developed an interest in business and economics. He received his M.B.A from Atlanta University and a Doctorate in Accounting from the University of Missouri – Columbia. He was a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in Missouri and North Carolina.
He worked in South Carolina, Missouri, and Florida as a professor before ending his career at North Carolina A&T State University. Dean Craig started his tenure at North Carolina A&T State University in July 1972 and with a dedicated team, the business program received a unanimous vote for undergraduate accreditation by the Association to Advanced Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) in 1979. Afterward, the accounting program became the first program at an HBCU to receive accreditation in 1986.
Dean Craig received a host of honors and awards during his tenure at North Carolina A&T University, to name a few:
1985 – Distinguished Service Award from the National Association of Black Accountants
1986 – Administrator of the Year for the University of North Carolina A&T
1991 – Outstanding Educator Award from the North Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants
1992 – The first African-American to serve as President of AACSB International
2000 – The first African-American President of Beta Gamma Sigma
2004 – The new School of Business and Economics classroom building was named Quiester Craig Hall
2011 – Inaugural Inductee into the PhD Project Hall of Fame
2024 – Lifetime Service Achievement Award from AACSB International
On April 20, 2013, Dean Craig after 41 years of dedication, commitment, love, and sacrifice decided to retire from North Carolina A&T, but still continued to mentor and provide support to countless alumni and staff.
During retirement, he spent time with his children, grandchildren, nieces, and nephews, plus was an avid educational consultant and financial advisor to many. Through God's grace and mercy, Dean Craig lived a good, vested life until the Lord, saw fit to release him from his earthly life to present him with wings to Eternity. Preceding him in death, his parents Reverend Samuel Craig and Betty Craig. Siblings: Magnolia, Iona, Carrie, Betty, Sam Jr. and Ralph.
The legacy of Dr. Quiester Craig will be celebrated and forever cherished by his children, Patrice Craig Green, Derrick Maurice Craig and Angelique Craig-Moore (Derek). Grandkids, Markus Green, Quintan Green, Catrina Green, Jordon Moore, Tyler Moore and Peydon Moore; and host of nieces, nephews and colleagues.
He will forever remain in our hearts.
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Lezlie Fort sent Loving Lilies and Roses Bouquet for Quiester Craig - December 19, 2024
It was with tears that we read of Dr.Craig's passing.He was treasured and will be deeply missed.But we rejoice that even now he is receiving his reward for a life well lived -The Dr.Edward Fort Family
My condolences to the family and friends of Dean Craig. He was a joy to know and laugh with during my short time at A&T. Truly one of a kind. Blessings, Claudia ByrdDay
To the family of Dr. Craig.. condolences and prayers..
My deepest sympathy is extended to the family of Dr. Quiester Craig. In 1970, at Florida A&M University, Dr. Craig changed my professional career trajectory toward fully embracing the accounting profession and academia. Later in life, when most professors would have long forgotten my name, he offered me a position in the School of Business and Economics. His sincere caring nature extended to my children, and to my aging parents. Though we will miss him, we are so thankful to have known him, and even more grateful he knew us. Sincerely, Wanda Fleming Lester.
My deepest condolences to the family! Dean Craig was a father figure to many of us students at NC A&T; affording us an opportunity to get an excellent education, while disciplining us and caring for us at the same time. He was such a blessing to me, and played a major role in who I am today. May he rest in eternal peace - Tamara Davis and Family
My heartfelt condolences to the family. As many have already shared, Dean Craig was a father figure to me while I was at NC A&T. He loved on us, disciplined us, and made sure we gave our very best to the opportunity we were afforded. There will never be another, may he rest with Jesus!
To the Family of Dean Craig,
Heartfelt condolences are extended to you during this time of loss. May you find comfort in cherished memories and strength in the love and support of those around you. Please know that thoughts and prayers are with you.
With deepest sympathy,
Dr. LaVette Lang Ford (Merrick Hall Student) Class of '91
Dean Craig was an exceptional leader. He challenged us to be our best selves and took the time to get to know us personally. He was a Dean, Advisor, Mentor, and Friend. Opportunities were available for his students to pursue their dreams. We are who we are today because he truly cared. He encouraged and empowered us to strive for excellence and be leaders in life and our community. I feel blessed to have known Dean Craig. Vicki Hinton McCain '87
My heartfelt condolences are extended to the Craig Family. Dean Craig touched the lives of countless Students, Academic Colleagues, and Business Partners. His Leadership, Sincerity, and Commitment were gifts he shared to inspire Dreams and Accomplishment! Angela Miles, Durham, NC
It was an honor to observe and learn from the leadership style of the "House That Craig Built" (SOBE) School of Business and Economics. Dr. Craig was a man of integrity and strong business ethics and he expected nothing less of his students, faculty and staff. When you really got to know him he was a very compassionate gentle giant. I will summarize my reflections by saying "people need you when they need you, and not after the fact" Dr. Craig supported me when I was going through one of the most difficult periods of my life, and I shall never forget that. (Barbara Pratt) Retired SOBE Executive Assistant
Condolences to the family of Dr. Quiester Craig. Dean Craig was a servant, leader, counselor, mentor and father figure to a countless number of students. If you were a student in the School of Business and Economics (SOBE) and you had the privilege of getting to know him and him you, you transition from being just a student to becoming a part of his family! As such, you reaped the benefits of his knowledge, resources, jokes, discipline and love. To my Dean who has earned his wings and is adorned with his crown, we celebrate you and your life well lived!
Respectfully - Tamara Harrison (class of 1986)
My condolences to the family of Dr. Craig from a member of the Class of 78. Dr Craig loved A&T and he loved his students. His presence at A&T impacted many lives for the greater good!! What a legacy of successful adults exist because he cared for us and changed our lives. Barbara Turrentine Sykes '78
To the family of Dr. Quiester Craig: From the Dukes family:
We want to thank you for all that you did for the students at A&T.
Regards, Walter Edward Dukes
My condolences and deepest sympathy to the family of Dr. Quiester Craig. Dr. Craig was a giant in the accounting profession and served as Dean and mentor to many students and teachers. He recruited me to teach the first and second course in accounting in the evening program at A & T State University. He was a friend and mentor to me when very few people of color were CPAs. He will greatly be missed by all that knew and admired him. Benjamin Boykin II, MBA, CPA
I am very sorry to hear of the transitioning of Dr. Craig.My condolences to the family.I only had the pleasure of meeting him a couple of times. My sister, Delores Jones, always spoke very highly of him. May he rest in peace and his memory be a blessing.Sincerely, Sandra M. Robinson.
My sincerest condolences to the family of Dr. Quiester Craig. I literally grew up in Merrick Hall alongside Dr. Craig with my now departed mother, Delores M. Jones. The memories I have are immeasurable. May he rest in eternal peace. #AGGIEPRIDE
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. I was fortunate to be a student at A&T when Dean Craig was there. He was a towering and imposing figure when I saw him in the hallways, that commanded respect.
My sincere condolences to the family of Dr Quiester Craig. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Love, Alvin and Denise Jones
My sincere condolences to the family of Dr Quiester Craig. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Love, Alvin and Denise Jones
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