Gary Craig Obituary
The passing of Gary Craig of Sparta, Illinois occurred on August 29, 2026. Gary, born on August 15, 1940 in Tilden, Illinois, shared life with family, friends, and community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Gary Craig to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Robert J. and Helen M.; and his brothers, Robert D. Craig and Larry R. Craig. He is survived by: his wife Rebecca; his children, Gary R. Craig (Danette) of St. Charles, MO, Kristine Lollar (Scott) of Edwardsville, IL, Melinda Clendenin (Ralph) of Columbia, MO and Susan Watt (James) of Sparta, IL; his grandchildren, Ashley Craig, Andrew Lollar (Madeline), Korinne Rolens (Brenden), Brad Clendenin (Jodie), Brett Clendenin, Summer Anderson (Isaac), Brittany Warren (Casey) and Braden Watt (Ashley); his great grandchildren, Calvin Lollar, Emma Lollar, Allison Lollar, Cooper Lollar, Thelma Rolens, Clyde Rolens, Charlotte Clendenin, Henry Clendenin, Harrison Clendenin, Parker Watt and Paisley Watt; and his sisters-in-law, Carol Craig and Ester Craig. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Visitation was held on Tuesday, September 1st 2026 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Marissa Presbyterian Church (201 N Hamilton St, Marissa, IL 62257). A funeral service was held on Tuesday, September 1st 2026 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
Memorial Contributions may be made to Marissa Presbyterian Church.
