Craig S. Church

1951 - 2013

Craig S. Church obituary, 1951-2013, Waynesburg, PA

BORN

1951

DIED

2013

FUNERAL HOME

Behm Funeral Home, Inc.

182 W High St

Waynesburg, Pennsylvania

Craig Church Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 28, 2013.

Craig S. Church age 61 of Waynesburg died Monday, January 28, 2013 at his home.

He was born December 1, 1951 at Waynesburg, a son of the late Francine and Ralph Horn and Franklin Church.

Mr. Church was a graduate of Penn State where he earned his architectural license and a bachelor's degree in structural and civil engineering. He later taught at Penn State Fayette.

He owned and operated C. S. Church and Associates in Peters Township working as a licensed architect and registered civil and structural engineer.

Mr. Church was a member of Calvary Baptist Church at Lippencott. He was a past master of Waynesburg Lodge 153 Free & Accepted Masons; a member of the Scottish Rite bodies in the Valley of Pittsburgh; and Syria Temple A.A.O.N.O.M.S. in Pittsburgh where he served on the ritualistic team. He was also a member of the Engineer's Society in Pittsburgh and the Waynesburg Area Chamber of Commerce.

Surviving are his wife Nancy E. Stockdale Church whom he married on September 15, 1972; two daughters, Heather N. Collins (Chris) of Ross Twp., and Jennifer Taylor (Chris) of Mather; one son, Kelby R. Church (Jennifer) of Morgantown, WV; 6 grandchildren Jessica and Sidney Spence, Gabriella and Serenity Taylor, and Kaylee and Nicholas "Nik" Collins; and a brother Fred Church of Ohio.

Friends will be received 2 to 4 & 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday and 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., the hour of services on Thursday at Behm Funeral Homes Inc., 182 West High St., Waynesburg with Rev. Nick Bardo and Rev. David Earnest officiating followed by burial at Greene County Memorial Park, Morgan Township. Waynesburg Lodge No 153 F. &A.M. will hold services at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday in the funeral home.

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January 30, 2013

Althea Mooney Taggart

Nancy, You and your family have my most sincere condolences. May Gods arms give you comfort

January 30, 2013

Tom & Rose Montgomery

Kelby, We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. Please know that we are thinking of you and your family and praying for all of you.

January 30, 2013

Jud & Sally Lacko

Nancy and children : Our sincere heart-felt sympathies and prayers go out to you and your family. I never knew Craig to complain about his illness. Nancy, God has given you the strength throughout your life to help Craig and make his every day a little better. Our prayers are with you and your family.

January 29, 2013

Mel Deter

Nancy and family you are in my thoughts and prayers, may your faith help ease your sorrow. So sorry for Craig's passing his health was a struggle. God bless all of you.

January 29, 2013

Amanda Auge(Hall)

My family and I are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers go out to all of you for comfort as you remember all the wonderful memories that you have, and as you grieve. Just know that he is not truly gone, he will live on in each and everyone of you.

January 29, 2013

Rich & Diane McKenna

Dear Heather and Chris-We are so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. May your memories bring a smile to your face and peace to your heart.

January 29, 2013

Nancy Forsythe

Heather and family - I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Your father certainly fought the good fight. May you find comfort and strength in your faith in God who loves you all and knows your sorrow. Blesse' - Nancy

January 29, 2013

Tonya Yoney Wells

Nancy, Heather,Kelby, & Jennifer, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers. Wish I could be there, but let me know if there is anything I can do.

January 29, 2013

Doug Collins

We are very sorry to lose Craig. He will be sorely missed.

January 29, 2013

Bernice Jeffrey

Nancy and Kelby you have my prayers at this time but your strength and faith will bring you through. If you need anything I am here. Chris & Bernie Jeffrey

January 29, 2013

Dave Baker

Nancy, So sorry to see of Craig's passing. may God bless you at this,your time of sorrow.

January 29, 2013

Sandy Thomas

Nancy,
I was sorry to hear about your loss.
Peace be with you

January 29, 2013

Sandy Thomas

Nancy,
I am sorry for your loss.
May peace be with you.

January 28, 2013

John and Marsha Milliken

Nancy you have my deepest sympathy. If there is anything we can do please let us know.

January 28, 2013

Nancy and family, so sorry to hear of Craig's passing. He has had many hard health struggles over the years. God will help you through this difficult time and his mercy will grant you comfort and peace in your memories. Bless all of you.
Cousin, Faye and Duane
And Aunt Grace

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