Craig Burton

December 17, 1965 ~ July 12, 2017

Burton - Craig A. Burton age 51 of Grand Rapids passed away Thursday July 13, 2017 and is now with his Lord and Savior. He was preceded in death by his father, Dale Burton, mother, Alice Smith; brother, Brian Burton; sisters, Rosetta Koepnick, Mamie Roggow; parents-in-law Gary and Jan Raymond. Craig is survived by his wife, Georgia; children, Josh Burton, Ariel Burton, Ciara Raymond, Chelsea Hoebeke, Schae Hoebeke, Jessica Raymond; granddaughter, Ellianna Raymond; brother, John (Alice) Burton; sisters, Lissa (Dale) Ratcliffe, Dorothy Modene, Melissa Cepak; also surviving are Georgia’s brother and sister, John (Tammy) Raymond, Gina (Tim) Schierbeek; 18 extra special nephews and nieces. Craig by nature was a devoted worker and a man with a servant heart. When there was a need with family or friends he was there to help and use his unlimited skills to get a job done. He could make new friends easily by taking an invested interest in their life events. He had a special knack with his humor that kept all he knew filled with laughter. Craig most of all loved his "buddies" and his family was the highlight and world of his life. We wish to express gratitude to his oncologist, nurses, and support staff at Lacks Cancer Center that worked with him during his battle with cancer. Also many thanks to the doctors and nurses at Mercy Health and Carolina East for their excellent care of Craig. In lieu of flowers of donation can be made to American Lung Association or Boys and Girls club of GR. Funeral services will be held 11:30 AM, Tuesday, July 18, 2017 at Ada Bible Church, 3869 Knapp St NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525. Visitation will be held Monday from 6-8 PM at Stegenga Funeral Chapel, 1601 Post Dr. NE, Belmont and 1 hour prior to the service at church. To share a photo, memory and sign the family’s online guestbook please visit www.stegengafuneralchapel.com Stegenga Funeral Chapel - Belmont, MI To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Craig Allen Burton please visit our Sympathy Store.

Cemetery Details

Plainfield Twp. Cemetery
Rogue River & Packer in
Belmont, MI,

Visitation

JUL 18. 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM (EDT)

Ada Bible Church

3869 Knapp St.

Grand Rapids, MI, 49525

Funeral Service

JUL 18. 11:30 AM (EDT)

Ada Bible Church

3869 Knapp St.

Grand Rapids, MI, 49525

Leave Your Tribute Message

July 20, 2017 8:00pm

So sorry for your loss, Georgia. Just so sorry.

- Marcy Lepsch

July 18, 2017 8:00pm

georgia, i just saw this in the newspaper. i am so sorry for your loss and will keep you in my prayers. i have great memories of you guys in small group a few years back.  mariclare

- mariclare culver

July 15, 2017 8:00pm

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July 15, 2017 8:00pm

Mrs. Burton and Family,  On behalf of the entire radiation oncology department at The Lack's Cancer Center, please accept our sincerest condolences and know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Thank you for the true privilege of caring for Mr. Burton. He was an inspiration to all who met him.  Dr. Jim Kane

- Dr. Jim Kane

July 14, 2017 8:00pm

Georgia, I still remember the day you married this crazy, humorous, kind hearted man named Craig! He brought sunshine into our lives with his wacky jokes and silly smiles. We will forever hold him in our hearts as a special friend. Our hearts break for you and the entire family. Please know that if you ever need anything we are here for you all. Love and prayers.  Eric and Sue Rusch

- Sue Rusch

July 14, 2017 8:00pm

So very sorry to read of Craig's passing, prayers going up to the Heavenly Father for you esp. Georgia and your entire family.  Dolly Payton

- Dolly Payton

July 14, 2017 8:00pm

Dear Georgia, Josh, Ariel, Shae, Jessica, Chelsea, and Sierra-our hearts go out to all of you at this time. The world will not be the same without Craig's smiling face, humor, and straightforwardness. You always knew where you stood with Craig and he told it like it was. He was a true friend…In the several years that we knew Craig, he brought light to our lives and a connection that felt like we knew him forever. He always made you feel special, and was always grateful when you visited with him, talked to him on the phone, or even said something that made him laugh. I was honored to call him my friend and humbled when he would call me his "guardian angel". I will forever try to be that for Georgia and their family now. We will miss you, Craig, more than you will ever know, but we know you are not suffering anymore and are in a place where there is nothing but peace and comfort. We love you and as Chelsea said it best- there are never "goodbyes" but instead only "see you laters!" Until we meet again!

- Wendy and Brad Bitely and Family




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