Shele Marie Craig's Obituary
Shele M. Craig, 58, of Harristown, IL passed away May 9, 2022 at her residence.
Shele was born May 10, 1963 in Albany, GA, the daughter of Sharon Marie (Tussing) Nicholson. She married Michael Craig on June 5, 1993 in Decatur, IL.
Shele earned a BA degree from Millikin University. She was employed as an office manager for Brown, Hawkins and Basola.
Shele was a member of Tabernacle Baptist Church. She enjoyed gardening flowers and traveling. Some of the places she enjoyed traveling to most were Scotland, Ireland and France, especially the beaches of Normandy. She was also an avid reader and spent much time with the Book Club. She especially loved spending time with her grandkids and supporting them with their activities.
Surviving are her husband, Michael; children, Rachael Craig of Latham, IL, Katelyn Craig of Wentzville, MO, Erica Byrne (Zackary) of Decatur, IL, Nicholas Craig (Kayla) of Nashville, TN and grandchildren, Kyrsten, Karter, Kayden, Jonah, Sofia, Jaxson, and Oliver.
Shele was preceded in death by her parents and grandson, Ian Zackary Byrne.
Funeral service will be 11:00 AM, Saturday, May 14, 2022 at Graceland Fairlawn Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM, Saturday, May 14, 2022 at the funeral home. Burial will be at Graceland Cemetery.
Condolences may be left to Shele’s family at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
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