CRAIG, Robert A., II, 78, MARS HILL, September 15, 2010. Arrangements in the care of Duncan Funeral Home, Mars Hill.

MARS HILL – Robert A. Craig II, 78, passed away Wednesday, September 15, 2010, after a brief battle with cancer. He was born November 23, 1931, in Mars Hill, the son of Robert and Thelma (Glidden) Craig.
Robert grew up in Mars Hill.  A few years after graduation, Robert joined the U.S. Army, and served from the years 1952-1954. Upon his discharge, he went to work as a high pressure boiler operator in many local potato processing plants. He enjoyed woodworking and loved music, especially playing the guitar. He was a member of the American Legion William Cousins Post #118 as well as the Old Fashioned Revival Center.
He is survived by his loving wife of fifty-eight years, Rosalie (Rideout) Craig of Mars Hill; three sons: Robert Craig III and his wife Starr, Stuart Craig and his wife Cathy, and Carlton Craig and his wife Sonya, all of Mars Hill; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He also leaves behind three sisters: Eleanor York of Waterville, Nina Senecal of Cana, VA, and Retta Day of Smithfield; as well as many nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a sister, Muriel Richardson.
A graveside service was conducted 2 p.m. Sunday, September 19, 2010, at King’s Grove Cemetery in Mars Hill with the Rev. Mark Carter officiating. Arrangements in care of Duncan Funeral Home, 8 Main St., Mars Hill.  Condolences may be expressed at www.duncan-graves.com.