BORN

1956

DIED

2012

FUNERAL HOME

Terrace Park Funeral Home and Cemetery

801 Northwest 108th Street (Shoal Creek Pkwy)

Kansas City, Missouri

Laura Craig Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Feb. 4, 2012.

Laura Lyn (Dye) Craig entered the Kingdom of Heaven on February 3rd, 2012. Laura was born November 9th, 1956 the oldest child to Robert Dye and Janice Dye VanWinkle in Anderson, IN. She graduated from Highland High School in Anderson before moving to Smithville in 1975. Laura and Steve Craig united in marriage in Smithville, MO on September 10th, 1977. They were blessed with two children, Cara Leigh and Cameron Lee. Laura was a member of the Disciples of Christ faith, a talented floral designer and known and remembered for entertaining family and friends by singing and dancing.
She is preceded in death by her cherished fathers, Robert Dye and Ronnie VanWinkle ; her grandparents and her beloved father- in- law Wilbur Craig. Laura was adored by her large family and is survived by her husband of 34 years Steven D. Craig, mother, Janice K. Van Winkle; daughter and son-in-law Tom and Cara (Craig) Massie; son and daughter-in-law, Cameron and Kesha ( Sandage) Craig; grandchildren, Craig Jackson, Carter James and McKinley Lyn Massie and Alaina Marie Craig; two brothers Brad Dye and Dean Van Winkle; sister Beth Cook; 14 nieces and nephews and 4 great nieces and nephews.
Laura passed away after a brave 5 year battle with ovarian cancer. Please join the family for visitation on Tuesday February 7th, 5-8 pm and in a Celebration of her life Wednesday February 8th, at 11am at Smithville First Christian Church.
Contributions may be made to the Spelman Medical Foundation Whisper Walk for ovarian cancer and to Smithville First Christian Church. In honor of her courage and grace in her fight friends are encouraged to wear teal as a remembrance. Flowers provided by Jeans Flowers of Smithville. Arrangements and final resting place, Mount Moriah Terrace Park at 108th & 169 Highway. Condolences may be sent to mountmoriahterracepark.com

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May 10, 2012

Sarah Simpson-Hewitt

February 9, 2012

Deb Huber

Laura was a sweet, kind, lovely person. It was a joy when she joined our family. I remember her singing at her own wedding, what a great evening that was. I truly wish I had had a chance to know her better. Now she rests at peace and I am glad her pain has ended but so very sorry that, too soon, she had to leave the family she loved so much.

My prayers are with those who are left behind. I smile and think of the bride, up on the stage singing country music and loving life.

February 9, 2012

To the Craig , Dye & Vanwinkle families. I send my sincere condolences in your loss of Laura. She was a pilar of strength and courage. I pray for peace and grace, and that you will always find comfort in her memory. God Bless.
Robin Miller Murphy

February 9, 2012

Steve, Cara and Cameron - what a beautiful eulogy and tribute to Laura! She was the highlight of our get togethers and I can not imagine our group without her - such a void now. I look forward to sharing memory after memory of her going forward - she will be in our hearts forever. Love to you all.. Janine and Phil Rush

February 8, 2012

Don Warden

Steve, I'm so sorry to hear about Laura. Our prayers are with you and your family.

February 8, 2012

Rex Littrell

Steve and family, my heart saddened for all of you when hearing of your loss. My prayers are with you.

February 8, 2012

Chris Bond

Steve, so sorry to hear about Laura...my heart is heavy today, and my prayers are with you and your beautiful family...Chris Bond

February 8, 2012

Chris Bond

Craigage, so sorry to hear about Laura.... My heart is heavy for you and your family.... my thoughts and prayers are with you....Bondage

February 8, 2012

Kerry, Kevin, Tara & Jared Anderson

All our love to all of you. We will miss Laura so much.

February 7, 2012

Lisa & Mike Round

Steve and family -

Our thoughts, prayers, and sympathy go to you all. Laura was a delight - always full of spunk and good humor. She was an immediate friend to all she met and made people feel at ease and happy, her smile was contagious. She had a way about her, as you all well know, that just made the world a better place!

February 7, 2012

John and April Kruse

Steve and family, our condolences to you all. Steve, the first time I met Laura I knew you were meant for each other and what a wonderful family and life you made! You are in our thoughts and prayers.

February 7, 2012

Steve and Family: Words cannot express how we truly feel. You have watched a loving wife, mother, mother-in-law and grandma show what true dignity and faith is all about---even during the toughest of times. We all remember her spunk, smile, laughter and a personality that just made you want to get to know her. Those of us that were able to do that have truly been blessed. May you find strength in the Lord during this very difficult time just as dear Laura found strength to fight on for so long---showing us all how to love life!

Blessings,
Gloria and Darrell Smith

February 7, 2012

Paula Chiles

I will always hold Laura in my heart, and her memory will always bring a smile to my face. May God be with you and your family, Steve.

February 7, 2012

My heart is broken. I am so very saddened on the passing of one of my very dearest and closest friends in high school. Laura, your laugh and love of life was always so infectious that it was hard NOT to love you. I will always and forever cherish that friendship we forged in school with our common love of music and especially the Highland Singers and I will always remember all the fun you, Jean, Cathy, Teresa and I had on many occasions throughout our teens.

To Steve, Cara, and Cameron, my deepest condolences on the passing of a truly wonderful woman that I know brought much love, laughter, song, light and fun into your lives. I will keep you in my heart with prayer that our Lord holds you in His arms and guides you through the future as you walk your lives now without our dear Laura.

God bless Laura. God Bless ALL her family.

Love,
Nancy (Ashby) Elsworth

February 7, 2012

Nancy Elsworth

My heart is broken. I am so very saddened on the passing of one of my very dearest and closest friends in high school. Laura, your laugh and love of life was always so infectious that it was hard NOT to love you. I will always and forever cherish that friendship we forged in school with our common love of music and especially the Highland Singers and I will always remember all the fun you, Jean, Cathy, Teresa and I had on many occasions throughout our teens.

To Steve, Cara, and Cameron, my deepest condolences on the passing of a truly wonderful woman that I know brought much love, laughter, song, light and fun into your lives. I will keep you in my heart with prayer that our Lord holds you in His arms and guides you through the future as you walk your lives now without our dear Laura.

God bless Laura. God Bless ALL her family.

Love,
Nancy (Ashby) Elsworth

February 7, 2012

Mark Loftin

Steve,
You have our deepest sympathy during this time of loss. Clearly, Laura was a great person and an inspiration to those who knew her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Mark and Lori Loftin

February 7, 2012

Jennifer Stilgenbauer

Beth and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. She will live on through you in all those wonderful memories new and old. Especially those from MoWo days! You all are in my prayers.

February 6, 2012

Steve - we are so sorry to hear about the loss of Laura. We enjoyed our times at the tri-annual conferences visiting and getting to know Laura. We are glad we got to know her over the years. Our thought and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Jack & Rhonda Davis

February 6, 2012

Cara,
I am so sorry to hear of Mom's passing. She was a strong woman who fought hard with this disease. My heart goes out to your family and friends.
Carolyn Shandrowski

February 6, 2012

Steve and Family, our sincere condolences to all on the passing of a fun and beautiful lady. Our memories of how in love Steve and Laura were from the very beginning of their relationship was a testamony to their life long partnership and commitment to each other. You are all in our thoughts and prayers...God bless Laura and her wonderful family.
Mike and Lynn Bruhn

February 6, 2012

John Lizar

Beth and Family,
Gaby and I were so saddened to hear of Laura's passing. Please know you and the entire family are in our thoughts and prayers.
John & Gaby Lizar

February 6, 2012

Cindy Crull-Ripberger

Laura was a great friend during our high school days and I treasure those memories. My prayers are with the family during this very difficult time. Laura you will be missed!

February 6, 2012

Teresa Dunham

Bruce and I send our deepest sympathy to ALL- Jannie, Beth, Brad, Steve, Cara, Cameron,Wilma and all of you. I know she is in a better place and although I have not seen her for many years, I will always love her. Jan and Steve, I am thinking of you a lot... I love you all and pray she is singing her heart out and dancing away with her angels and the Lord has taken her in his arms as he welcomes her home....Love Teresa Herrington Dunham

February 6, 2012

Dave & Lori Russell

Steve, I'm so sorry to hear of Laura's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you deal with these difficult times.

February 6, 2012

Robin Murray

Beth & Family,
Our deepest condolences to you and the family. Keeping you close in our hearts and prayers.

Robin, Nicole, Martha, Allyson & Jessie

February 6, 2012

Steve, I am so sorry this happened. Laura was a wonderful person. Your children and grandchhildren will remind you each day of how precious she was and one day You will smile at the good memories more than you cry at the sad ones. I remember meeting her at the Craig family reunion in the mid seventies. I thought she was lovely.



What a great lady. Hold on to the precious memories, release the sad ones and carry on the loving tradition she established for you. You are in my prayers. Janice Craig Facklam

February 6, 2012

Michele Wilder

My heart goes out to you at this difficult time, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

February 6, 2012

Shermone Kyle

Beth, I'm so sorry to hear about your sister, Laura. My prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

February 6, 2012

Deanna Barnes

We love you all very much and are praying that God gives you the strength, peace and courage you need to carry on.

February 6, 2012

Kevin and Janelle Harshberger

Steve and Family:

God Bless all of you. Laura was a great lady and she always brought joy to everyone around her. You will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers.

February 5, 2012

Jonica Lincoln

Cara and family, thinking of you and praying for all of you. Laura was such a vibrant, beloved and inspirational woman. I am so sorry for your loss.

February 5, 2012

JODI RETH

TO THE FAMILY, YOU HAVE OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS, SHE WAS A SWEET AND VERY CARING LADY, IT WAS MY FORTUNE TO KNOW HER. WITH LOVING THOUGHTS. JODI AND HARLEY RETH

February 5, 2012

Janice Faaborg

Dear Steve and family, John and I are so sorry for your loss and will keep you in our thoughts and hearts.
Janice (Winters) and John Faaborg

February 5, 2012

We remember Laura as a fun, sweet, gentle, loving, energetic person. She always had a kind word for everyone. Our prayers and condolences go out to the Craig family.
Jack and Mary Jensen

February 5, 2012

Anne Schroeder

Gary and I are sorry for your families loss. We will continue to keep you in our prayers.
Anne and Gary Schroeder

February 5, 2012

Deena Williams

Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with all of Laura's family and friends...She was such a wonderful gift to everyone who knew her. Her strength,bravery and kndness of spirit will always be remembered.

February 5, 2012

Anna Ridley

It has been a long time since I have seen Laura. But, I will never forget her spark. She was always so full of life! My thoughts and prayers are with her family, especially Cara. Stay strong and hold the good times close to your heart!

February 5, 2012

Carol Blackmon

It is very said to hear that such a super person had to suffere with such an awful disease. She is now in God's arms and in no more pain. Many prayers to her family.

February 5, 2012

Vicky and Charlie Massie

To the family,our condolences you are in our thoughts and prayers.

February 5, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss. Our prayers go out to your entire family!

February 5, 2012

JOHN SPENCER

Laura's gentle personality lives on with me. By age 7 Mary Jane and I were changing diapers and powdering her cute bottom just for the practice. I'll ALWAYS remember her passion for singing as well as her determination and willfulness when she decided to sing the Mickey Mouse theme rather than Onward Christian Soldiers when she was only 3 and a guest at my church. Laura was simply sweet and gracious. The world has one less songbird and beauty to behold. Bittersweet is my memory today. I pray for blessings in your time of grief.

February 5, 2012

Marci Bauml

Dear Craig Family,
I'm so sorry to hear about Laura. There are so many fond memories of the times we had together. My thoughts are with you. Love to you all.

February 5, 2012

Laura was such a fun and funny person in high school. I'm so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to her family.. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Gerri Branham Poston...

February 5, 2012

Cindy VanSickle

So sorry about Laura. What a great lady!

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