Jerry S. Craig
August 24, 1945 ~ November 10, 2012
Jerry S. Craig, age 67, of Greenville, IL passed away November 10, 2012 after a long battle with cancer. Jerry was born in Terre Haute, IN on August 24, 1945 the son of Harold T. and Eleanor P. (Wells) Craig. He graduated from Taylorville High School in 1963. He followed his father's footsteps and drove a semi truck for 20 years. In 1988 Jerry and his wife Pam made Greenville, IL their home and Jerry began a 26 year career with Mercer Transportation of Louisville, KY as regional manager. Jerry leaves behind his wife of 26 years Pam (Babbitt) Craig, his mother Ellie of Marshall, his children, Jeannie Spivey and husband Tony of Charleston, Jerry S. Craig II and wife Eve of Springfield, MO, John D. Craig and wife Beth of Chandler, AZ, Mike Donaldson and wife Kelly of Chatham, Stephanie Birch and husband Jeff of Naperville. He also leaves behind 14 grandchildren, Mick Spivey, Lauren, David, Emily, Katie & Molly Craig, Ellie & Zoey Craig, Tyler Donaldson, Brooke Goeckner and fianc�©e Tyler Siddens, Zach Morrison, Connor, Caleb, and Chloe Birch. Brother Jack W. Craig and wife Debby of Marshall, many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Jerry was preceded in death by his father and granddaughters Rachel and Caitlin Craig. Jerry was loved by all and will be sorely missed by his family, many friend, and his beloved dog Willie. A memorial service to celebrate his life will be held Thursday, November 15, 2012 at 7 PM at The Greenville First Christian Church. Visitation will be Thursday from 5-7 PM prior to the service In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions be made to Bond County Hospice or The Greenville First Christian Church.
Service:
Thursday, November 15, 2012 at 7 PM
Greenville First Christian Church 1100 Killarney Drive
Visitation:
Thursday, November 15, 2012 from 5-7 PM
Greenville First Christian Church 1100 Killarney Drive
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Jerry has given me inspiration as he battled his illness and never lost his ability to laugh and smile. You will be missed. Love, Brian Serwa
Pam, Thinking of you and your family. Jerry will be remembered by the many lives that he touched. Hugs and prayers-Cari
Jerry, John and Jeannie, My deepest sympathy to you all at this time of sorrow. May loving memories of your dad help to comfort you. Prayers, Amy
I will miss Jerry. We became friends over the last 25 years through the trucking industry. We saw each other only maybe once or twice a year but it was a pleasant relationship and only wish I could have seen him one more time! I know that he was proud and happy of his family. My condolences to you, he will be sorely missed!
We knew Jerry from our business dealings with him & Mercer Transportation. Jerry was always upbeat & a genuine joy on his visits. Thankful for our brief time we had him in our lives. Ginny VanOsKeuls & Camcorp Mfg. Willow Springs, Missouri
Jerry, Jeannie, and John, We were very close friends with your parents when they lived in Taylorville. Jim spent a lot of evenings going with your dad to McDonald Elevator to load. He was in our wedding in 1964, and Jerry and our son Jim are just a couple of months apart, born in 1966. We are very sorry to learn that he had a long battle with cancer.
Pam- You have our deepest sympathy. We consider you a friend from school to work and our church. You're a strong person and we know God will comfort you.
Sorry for your loss, will keep your family in my prayers.
sorry for you all.. i know how it is to loose someone to cancer. you are in my thoughts and prayers Rob