Joe Craighead's obituary , Passed away on January 28, 2021 in Bedford, Virginia

Joe Craighead

January 28, 2021

Bedford, Virginia

Joe Craighead's obituary , Passed away on January 28, 2021 in Bedford, Virginia

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Oakey's Funeral Service & Crematory

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Joe Craighead Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Joe Craighead of Bedford, Virginia, born in Roanoke, Virginia, who passed away, on January 28, 2021. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Joe Craighead to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Madeleine and Paul W. Craighead, Jr.; his brother Jim Craighead; and his brothers-in-law, John Harkader and Steve Mason.

He is survived by: his wife Linda Amos Craighead; his children, Joseph Craighead and Amy Craighead Butts (David); his stepchildren, Justin Boyd, Beth Boyd Bell and Jennifer Boyd; his grandchildren, Trevor, Leah, Lynsey Butts, Breanna, Zoe Boyd, Jaccob and Braden Bell; his great grandchild Ashlynn; his sisters, Judy Mason and Joan Harkrader; and his friends, Carle, Gail Fontaine and Downtown Roanoke. He is also survived by his children, grandchildren, rotten pets.

Joe fought his battle with Covid with the courage of his favorite Duke, John Wayne.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to your local animal shelter.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Oakey's Funeral Service & Crematory



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Oakey's Roanoke Chapel
318 Church Ave SW, Roanoke, VA 24016

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Feb 06

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Oakey's Roanoke Chapel
318 Church Ave SW, Roanoke, VA 24016

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