Beloved family man, Craig Steven Black, 59, passed away peacefully on September 13, 2021.
Service Information: To celebrate his life together, we ask you to join us for visitation and funeral service at Lake Shore Funeral Home in Waco, TX. Funeral service will be held 10:00 a.m., Saturday, September 25, at Lake Shore Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Waco Memorial Park. Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., Friday, September 24, at the funeral home.
Craig was born to James C Black and Dorothy Mae Bayer Black on August 10, 1962, in Waco, TX.
Craig was a proud resident of West, TX. He graduated from Jefferson-Moore High School in 1980 and later attended TSTI. Craig was a loved and dedicated employee of A-Line Auto Parts for 26 years.
Mischievous as he was growing up, Craig lit up every room he entered with his humor and contagious laugh. As the eldest sibling, he fulfilled his role by always putting family first and never missed the opportunity to celebrate. Craig’s most precious moments were filled with endless adventures with his wife; be it on land or at sea, bonding over Baylor Bears with his father and son, and making memories with his grandchildren.
His family and friends will be left with memories to cherish, stories to tell, and a legacy unlike any other. Craig lived life to the fullest.
Sic ‘em Bears!!
He was preceded in death by his mother, Dorothy Mae Bayer Black; son, Adam Oliver; cousin, Paula Green; cousin Cyndy Barnett.
Craig is survived by his beloved wife of 15 years, Sherry Black; father, James C. Black and wife, Louise; son, James David Black and wife, Amber; son, Joey Oliver and wife, Brittney; sister, Rebecca Marquez and husband, Steve; step-sister Tena Herod and children: Nickolas, Jeremy, and George; step-brother, Randy Nehring and wife Tammie and children: Kayla and Kellie; Paw Paw ‘Pancakes’ grandchildren: Everett, Adaline, Moria, and Lea; niece, Courtney Olivarez and husband, Jaime; niece, Taylor Fernandez; nephew, Stevie Marquez.
Place of Service: Lake Shore Funeral Home , 5201 Steinbeck Bend; Waco, TX 76708
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So sad Craig is gone I met him back in the 80’s at Jefferson Moore worked together at my parents Dairy Queen and have always kept in touch one way or another.. He use to always stop by my parents house to see momma and daddy just to say hello and see how they were doing.. The world lost a good man when Craig passed away.. RIP Craig and we will all see you again one day.. Love you buddy, Diane
My heart is with you Sherry and all of your and Craig’s family. Rest in the arms of the angels, Craig.
Craig was an awesome guy. Sherry you will have great memories. My heart is broken for you all. Only God’s peace can help, but know we all love you
To all of Craigs family and friends, May God wrap his loving arms around each of you and comfort you during this difficult time. Look to God to guide you in the future . I pray God will bless each of you. Remember all the good times and live the life Craig would want you to live.
Praying for your family. I went to high school with Craig and worked with him a couple of times. I can say as far as managers go, he was one of the best! Easy going and always was there with a joke! Rip Craig! You will be missed!
Craig was the best he was a family man and always welcomed me with a hug and a smile and he could make me laugh anytime. We loved Craig and we will miss him dearly. I know one thing is true he made it to heaven because he was a great man and person. He will be missed by all.
Love you forever Craig! You were one of a kind. Your joy reflected on everyone around you. RIP my friend! We will never forget you.
Craig you will be missed but not forgotten. When I would see you, you always had a smile on your face.
You loved life and you knew how to enjoy it. Rest In Peace Craig sending you a heavenly hug. 🙏🏽💕
My Sincere Condolences to Sherry, his Family and Friends. Hold tight to All the Memories. I know he is Loved & will be missed beyond words. You All are in Our thoughts & Prayers. 🙏❤️
Truly sorry to hear of Craig’s passing. He was one of a kind. He provided me and my wife with memories that we would’ve never had in film, if not for him. Every time I see my wedding video I think of Craig. May he Rest In Peace, and many prayers for his wife, son and family.
I used to work for Craig and he was a great boss but more importantly he was a great friend ! My kids loved going up to work to see him and he always gave them a hug and smile. You will be missed…prayers to the family and JD we love yall
My heart truly goes out to his family. Craig was a great guy and will be sorely missed
My condolences to the family. Craig has been my parts guy since I was a teenager and I just turned 40. He has always gone above and beyond to take care of my family and I. We have literally spoken to each other almost every workday for over twenty years. If I owe him a dollar for every time he made me laugh he’s a millionaire a few times over. There will never be another Craig and he will be missed.
Oh no. This is my cousin. You’re going to be missed. Went way to early. James and louise my prayers are with you guys. Wayne.
This is so sad and tragic for all who knew Craig. Our deepest sympathy for his immediate loved ones who grieve so deeply. We, too, had an automotive repair shop and worked with Craig for many years. He was top of the line and bent over backwards to help shops avoid unnecessary delays with the wrong parts. He knew his job! And, as others have stated, always in a good mood! Although we have been out of touch for a while through our retirement, we never forgot Craig. We hurt for your loss.
So sorry for your loss, always remember the sweet memories your made together.
To Sherry an all of Craig’s family, my thoughts and prayers are with you as you celebrate Craig’s life. May the cherished memories of days past always keep him in your hearts. God’s peace and love be with you all.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, and all of Craig’s family. We are so sorry for the loss of Craig, who was one of a kind. He will be sorely missed. May God bless and comfort you all.
sherry we so sorry for your loss our thoughts and prayers are with you
James and ALL of the Black Family, so sorry to hear of your loss. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. May God grant All of you peace during this most difficult time.
JD and family ,
Just know our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult . Your dad was a awesome man . So funny . He was so proud of you JD . Life is for the living . Craig did it his way . He may be gone but he will always be watching . That funny laugh of his !! Love, Tommy and Cheryl Pratka