James Craig

Former Botsford Resident

James Craig, 66, died unexpectedly in Gainesville, Fla., July 5. He was born December 21, 1942, to William and Elizabeth Craig.

Mr Craig grew up in Newtown, married Antonia Wyerstrass Craig here, and raised their children in Newtown. The Criags moved to Florida in 1984, leaving behind many friends and relatives.

Mr Craig was a self-employed master carpenter. As a young man, he was a talented drummer and played with the Four Creations in New York clubs, and his father’s teen night club, the Hill ‘n Dale in Newtown.

He is survived by his wife; three children; three grandchildren; three sisters; and a brother.

Services were held in Florida July 9. The family hopes to schedule a memorial service in Newtown at a future date.

The Newtown Bee        July 10, 2009