In Memory

Craig Pearson

Deceased 2017

Craig Herbert Pearson, 71, of Cherry Valley died on September 27, 2017. Born on March 27, 1946 in Rockford, son of Herbert and Doris (Johnson) Pearson.  He was a loving and supportive father and devoted grandfather.  Craig was creative and a very talented wood worker.  He loved camping, boating and spending time on his golf cart with his dog, Gracie; who he fondly referred to as, “Papa’s Girl.”  Craig loved the Chicago Cubs, visiting the Madison Farmer’s Market, and was an avid reader.  Craig owned Park Industrial Design, and later worked at Feldman Manufacturing and Ingersoll as a Design Engineer.  Upon his retirement, he worked at Collier RV.  Survived by wife, JoAnn of Cherry Valley; son, Jeremy (Robyn) Pearson of Oak Park; grandsons, Harrison and Leo Pearson; brother, Ken Pearson of Monroe Center; and dog, Gracie.  Preceded in death by his parents.  Memorial Visitation on Thursday, October 5, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. at Grace Funeral & Cremation Services, 1340 S. Alpine Rd. Rockford – At Colonial Village; Celebration of Life at 11:00 a.m. Pastor Glennie Smith will officiate. Memorials may be made in his memory to Animal Care League, 1011 Garfield Street, Oak Park, IL 60304.  Grace Funeral & Cremation Services is assisting the family.  Share a memory or condolence at www.graceFH.com.
 



 
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10/01/17 11:04 AM #1    

Jim Nelson

Craig was one of my best high school buddies.   He was part of our 23-24-25th street gang.

Bunch of Swedes.

I moved away and we lost contact.  I ran into Craig a couple of years ago and we INTENDED to reconnect but never did.

So sad to see old friends pass and wonder "what could have been" had we remained close.

 

Good bye, my friend. God Bless

 


10/02/17 02:03 PM #2    

Sam Liebovich

 

 

  • As Jim Nelson, I found Craig to be a very special guy.  We lived a block apart,I being on 25th Street. His memory will be cherished by all who knew him. 
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