So sorry to hear about Craig's passing. Our prayers are with your family.
Tuesday, January 12, 2010

Craig, there's a million things that I've been thinking about today regarding your passing. You're never going to come over to our house again. I'll never hear you joking around anymore or teasing me for whatever reason like you've done since I was a boy. We'll never watch wrestling Pay Per Views at your house ever again. I'm just never going to see you again and it breaks my heart.

Ever since you and Glenda became friends, maybe like when I was around 10 or so, you have been like a brother to me. You always had good advice for me, whether I took it or not. You always gave me guidance when I needed it. When things weren't going well for me at Lamar University, I looked at you when you got hired by Valero in 2002 and I thought that line of work would be something good for me to do. You are the reason I went to school for that and worked for a short while in that industry. I wanted to be like YOU. You were always an inspiration to me in everything you did.

I remember going to Galveston with Mom and Glenda when I was 16 in the 11th grade when you were in the hospital in 1997. I've even got pictures of me that my mom took in the hotel lobby. I would have gone anywhere or done ANYTHING for you. Like I said, you were a brother to me, and that's what people do for the people they love. You would have done the same for me...I know you would. That's the kind of friend and family member that you were to me and my family.

My condolences go out to your family. I know my family loved you deeply but your real family loved you an infinite amount more. Your parents have always been nice to me and my family so I just want to tell them that I'm sorry for their loss. You were an awesome friend and brother but I know you were an even better son. Whatever sorrow I'm feeling must be multiplied by a million times for your parents and family. I am so, so sorry for them.

I wish I could have talked to you one last time. There's a ton of stuff I wish I could say to you. Thank you for taking me under your wing and giving me guidance when I needed it most. If I could trade places with you right now, so you would still be alive, I'd do it in a heartbeat. You were a bright shining light in the world and it's just not gonna be the same place without you in it.

When people pass on, I usually don't cry. At all. This is one of those few exceptions. I cried when we had to put Jake, or dog, down in 2008....and I still cry about him to this day. The entire time I've been writing this, I have been crying my eyes out. I know that I'll do this many more times when I think about how I'll never get to see you again. You were my brother and even though you'd make fun of my tattoos, stretched earlobes, and beard, I know deep down that you loved me and that you'd always be there for me. I'm just so sorry I didn't get to see you one last time and tell you all of this in person.

Rest in Peace, brother. You will be missed greatly, but you will definitely NOT be forgotten. Take care of Jake for me and hopefully we'll all be together again. I love you.
Monday, January 11, 2010

Christina, You and Craig would come to the Nederland Recreation Center about very day to hang out as Youngster's (1980's)... Both of you were well mannered Kids. Craig would talk about when he and his dad's went fishing ... Craig would make us laugh at him as well as laugh at us Guy's who worked at the Rec Center... Bobby, Glen, Tom, Mike and others who work over the years when I was there. Last time I saw him, he work at Auto Zone. I believe he was a Manger or Assitant Manger. He was Professional and Knew his Stuff. Bad things happen to Good People! In my Book, Craig Deserves a Good Place in Heaven. Your's Truly, John Franke...
Monday, January 11, 2010

I graduated with Craig from NHS in 1989. Although I haven't seen him in a very long time, I remember how so VERY nice he was and how he always seemed to have a smile on his face. Even after all these years I can still hear his distinctive voice and laugh. I will be praying for his family and friends during this difficult time.

Tracie
Monday, January 11, 2010

Thinking of Craig's family and friends during this tough time...Craig was a great friend, and he was my relief at work...I will miss the little guy very much, enjoyed working with Craig while I did...
Monday, January 11, 2010