Mr. Lawrence I. “Larry” Craig, of Vinland, KS passed away Sept. 8th at KU Medical Center in Kansas City. He was born on August 5, 1935, in Lawrence, KS to Everett and Elizabeth Craig.
Larry was a lifelong resident of Vinland, having attended Kansas State University before beginning a career in farming. At the time of his death he owned and operated Hagerman/Craig Farms (formerly known as Sunny Slope Farms). He was particularly pleased that his son and grandson chose to join him in the family business that he and Aubrey Hagerman began years earlier. Larry was also very grateful for the many years of friendship and labor that Junior (James) Hargett, devoted to him and the farm.
Mr. Craig was also active in several community endeavors; he served on the Vinland Fair board, was a member of the Douglas County Livestock Association, a past member of the Baldwin USD 348 school board, and lifelong member of the Vinland United Methodist church, where he also served as trustee and treasurer.
He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Jean Spomer, of Corvallis, OR; brothers Charles Craig, of Fort Walton Beach, FL; and Norman Craig of Seattle, WA. Larry is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Eloise; daughter, Sharon and husband Don Boyd, Cabot, AR; son, Mike and wife Julie, Vinland, KS; sister, Ruth Ellen Craig, Corvallis, OR; brother, Kenny and wife Florence, Valencia, CA; sister-in-law, Darlene Craig, Seattle, WA; 5 grandchildren, Dennis Hawley-Craig and wife Brenna, Vinland, KS; LeeAnn Reed and husband Aaron, Cabot, AR; Amy Wright and husband Cory, Baldwin, KS; Preston Boyd and wife Chelsea, Camden, AR; Callie Craig, Baldwin, KS; 1 great grandchild, Landen Wright, Baldwin, KS; and a devoted host of cousins, nieces, and nephews.
Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Monday, September 14, 2015, at First United Methodist Church, Baldwin, KS.
Friends may call from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM Sunday at Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home, where the family will receive them from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM Sunday.
It is requested that in lieu of flowers memorial donations be made to the Vinland Cemetery Association, Vinland United Methodist Church, or the American Heart Association, sent in care of the funeral home.
Sending thoughts and prayers to you at this difficult time.
We are so very sorry to hear of Larry’s passing. Our thoughts, prayers, and most sincere condolences go out to all of the family. And may God wrap his loving arms around you during this difficult time. Larry will remain in your hearts and good memories of him indefinitely.
Our deepest sympathy,
Jim, Barb, & Ashley Tucker
Eloise & family
I’m so sorry that Larry is gone. Your family is one of the best of all the cousins. I’m so glad you had his birthday party – everyone there, including Larry had such a fun, super time, celebrating his life and his family. He will be missed by all of us. We’ve made lots of good & happy memories over the years. You’re all in my thoughts and prayers. Take care of yourselves, love, Barbara and family
Our condolences to Eloise, Mike, Sharon and Larry’s extended family. We always knew Larry as such an even-tempered, mild-mannered friend with considerable wisdom and will remember him that way. May God bless us all to live in the same manner.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Craig family. We were so sorry to hear of Larry’s passing. He will be missed in the Vinland area.
We are so sorry to hear about Larry. What a great man, his legacy will live on through his farm. Prayers to you all.
Our Deepest Sympathy to the Craig Family. Larry was always helpful, with a kind smile and a wave for all. He will be missed.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Craig family. Larry was a great guy. I feel blessed to have known him.
Russ & Carol Beeson
We send our love and prayers to you at this difficult time. We hope that knowing we share in your grief will be of some comfort to you all at this time.
Dear Eloise and family. I am so sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences to you all.
Eloise, Mike and Sharon and families,
So sorry to hear about the loss of Larry, he’ll be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Our condolences to all the Craig family on the loss of Larry – a very fine man – who will be greatly missed in the community.
With kind regards,
Chick & John Hood
Thinking of your family. May God give you peace.
We were so sad to hear this news. Thinking of you all!
We were so sorry to hear of Larry’s death. Our condolences go out to the whole family in your time of sorrow.
Aunt Eloise, Mike, Sharon, Julie, Don and Grandkids –
We grieve the loss of Uncle Larry with you and wish you God’s peace during this difficult time. May you be blessed with happy memories of a life well lived and during the quiet moments a fond memory of Uncle Larry.
We Love You, Blinda and Kurt