Mr. Douglas Arthur Craig's Obituary
Douglas Arthur Craig, 79, of Albemarle died peacefully Thursday, December 29, 2022. There are no planned services at this time.
Born April 9th, 1943, in Lincoln County, NC, he was the son of the late Robert Harold Craig and Faye Teague Craig. He had a Bachelor’s degree in music from Appalachian State University and a Master’s degree in Library Science from UNC-Greensboro. Mr. Craig was a retired music teacher from West Stanly High School and later the librarian from South Stanly Middle School. He was loved by his students and touched many lives.
Doug loved to travel and camp. He was the manager of the VFW pool and was also a member of the Stanly County Concert Band.
Mr. Craig is survived by his wife of 59 years, Sylvia Dane Sechler Craig of the home. Other survivors include sons Tony Craig (Cindy Renea) of Harkers Island, NC, and David A. Craig of Las Vegas, NV; sister Catherine Craig Krupa of Hockessin, DE. A brother, Robert Teague Craig, preceded him in death in 2008.
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