Craig Stephen Schenker Obituary
We bid farewell to Craig Stephen Schenker of Valparaiso, Indiana, born in Gary, Indiana, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on August 17, 2024 at the age of 79. Craig Stephen touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Though Craig Stephen may no longer walk beside us, his memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those Craig Stephen touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In his absence, his spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Carl Jess and Bernice W. Schenker (Weiler). He is survived by: his spouse Delinda Lahti; his daughter Nancy "Aly" Schenker (Matt Basile); his stepsons, Sean Plichta and Derek Rothman; and his brother Bruce Schenker. He is also survived by 2 sisters-in-law; many nieces and nephews; and his loving companion, his cat.
In lieu of flowers memorials are requested to the Disabled American Veterans (https://www.dav.org) or the American Cancer Society.
