Robert B. Craig passed away in Easton, PA on August 17, 2018. He was 92.
Bob was preceded in everlasting peace by his beloved wife of 64 years, Martha “Deedle” Lloyd Craig, sister Anne Wilcox, and brother Richard “Dick” Craig. He is lovingly remembered by his children: Bruce Craig (Tammy) of Alexandria, OH; John Craig of Las Vegas, Nevada; Martha Miller (Scott) of San Diego, Ca; Carol Swanton (Tom) of Readington, NJ; Susan Rzewnicki (David) of Piscataway, NJ ; Glenn Craig of Myerstown, Pa; Ten Grand Children; Katie, Elizabeth, Michael, Jim, Trevor, Craig, Dana, Jacob, Caitlin and Kelli; and two Great Grandchild, Caleb and Addison.
Bob was born March 16, 1926 in Terre Haute, IN. He grew up in Effingham IL. He went onto the University of Illinois School of Engineering and graduated with an Electrical Engineering degree. He joined the US Navy as part of the V12 program while in school and served in the Naval Reserve. He moved to Allentown, PA after college to work for Western Electric and met his wife Martha. They married in 1952 and relocated to Palatine, IL in 1953. AT&T transferred Bob to the New York area in 1965. They lived in New Providence, NJ where they continued to raise their six children. Bob and Martha moved to Easton, Pennsylvania in 2007 to enjoy their golden years of retirement.
Bob had a long career with AT&T entities including Bell Laboratories (Allentown), Illinois Bell (Chicago), and AT&T headquarters operations, eventually retiring from Telcordia. Never one to be idle he ran a computer and software consulting business, Tartan Technologies, was active as an EMT for the local Rescue Squad and volunteered his time at New Providence Library, Morristown Memorial Hospital and his local Church. Late in life, Bob became an accomplished marathon runner completing many marathons including the Boston and New York City marathons. He was an active leader in the local Boy Scouts of America in New Providence and was also Ham Radio operator, W2EAL, for many years.
A celebration of his life will be held 2:00 pm on Saturday, September 8, 2018 at Trinity Episcopal Church, 234 Spring Garden St., Easton, PA.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in the name of Robert B. Craig; to Trinity Episcopal Church, 234 Spring Garden St Easton, PA or St. Andrews Episcopal Church, 419 South Street, New Providence, NJ 07974. The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton is handling the arrangements.
Elissa Wojtowicz
August 21, 2018 at 9:47 pm
Deepest condolences Sue and Craig family. Your father appears to have been an amazing man. Amazing to have lived a 92 year full life.
Rick Anderson
August 22, 2018 at 10:09 am
Condolences to members of the Craig Family, on the passing of Bob. Those of us who have been parishioners of St. Andrew’s Episcopal Ch., New Providence, NJ; for a number of years, have fond memories of enjoyable times spent with Martha & Bob, while they were active in our parish. They both were very dedicated parishioners in our ministries, for years. Bob, and I were also a members of the New Providence Amateur Radio Club, for a number of years. Always a true volunteer with many services in the community. May Bob Rest In Peace !
Zee Francis
August 23, 2018 at 6:32 am
My condolences to you Sue & the entire Craig family members. It gave me pleasure meeting dad two years ago. A devout believer & follower of Christ, our Lord. I saw that in his eyes. A great loss. God knows best.
Susan Alliston-Kearney
August 23, 2018 at 8:03 am
Glenn and family,
I’m so sorry for your loss.
Susan
Williams Family
August 23, 2018 at 11:35 am
Condolences to the Craig family. Our thoughts and prayers go out to your whole family. Psalms 147:3 says God, “heals the broken hearted, and binds up their wounds.” May God bring you comfort and peace.
Michael Burr
August 24, 2018 at 4:51 am
My condolences to the family at this very difficult time!