Craig A. Chesney
Died: Dec 16, 2014
Craig Albert Chesney, 55, from Hackettstown, NJ, died on Tuesday, December 16, 2014 at home in peace. A memorial visitation will be held at Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ 07840 on Friday, 12-19-14 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM with a service commencing at 6:30.
Craig was born on October 11, 1959, lived in Hackettstown, NJ and later moved to Pennsylvania. He was the son of Joan Chesney and the late Edward Chesney. For the past 28 years Craig owned his own business and passionately created landscape designs tailored to each customer. For the past 15 years his son worked as an integral part of his business.
Craig’s huge smile and hearty laugh reflected his zest for life. He was always there for anyone who needed him. He enjoyed being surrounded by his family and friends especially around his oasis of a pool. He managed to make each weekend not only a fest but a feast as well. He was a Redskins fan no matter what their record. He was always able to stay connected to his family and friends despite not having a Twitter, Facebook or Instagram account (He said his fingers were too large to push the buttons on his phone.)
He is survived by his son Craig Matthew; daughter Kassandra; his beloved partner Michelle and her two sons; mother Joan; Sisters Karen, Kathleen and Cathy; brothers Ed and Ned; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers please send your memorial contribution to Environmental Working Group (EWG) www.ewg.org or Save A Warrior www.saveawarrior.org.
Craig will be remembered as a larger-than-life man not only in size but especially in spirit.
Condolences:
Charles Yatsko
#27
March 15th, 2020 9:11 am
Continue to think of our friendship and all of our times together. Miss you buddy. I will see you soon! God Bless~
Patrick conway
#26
June 23rd, 2016 10:39 am
Ed very sorry to here about Craig, my brother Ron Conway was a classmate. Its God's calendar, we just never know. This is Patrick Conway from back in the day.
Linda Paas Mahler
#25
December 25th, 2014 8:50 pm
Craig was an amazing friend and person. Always full of life, love and laughter. I am deeply saddened by his passing because he was very very special to me. I am sending huge hugs and kisses to all of us who will just never be the same without him. He will be missed and his memory willl go on. Michelle and CMC - thinking of you tonight. And to all of the Chesneys -- our thoughts are with all of you. One great big amazing family! Prayers and hugs!
John Yori
#24
December 22nd, 2014 6:38 pm
My deepest sympathy to the Chesney family. So very sorry for you loss
Marilyn & Bob Adams
#23
December 20th, 2014 8:46 am
Craig, We are so saddened to hear of your dad's passing. We will never forget the many trips that you both did in coming to the baseball card store and also the many card shows that you participated in Hackettstown. Words can not say, the feeling of loss that we are feeling for him. His wonderful personality and the warm smile that he always had whenever we saw him will never be forgotten. Hopefully, one day we will see you in Hackettstown. Our sincere sympathy to you and all the members of your family. Marilyn and Bob Adams
Sharon Schlam
#22
December 18th, 2014 10:54 pm
Michelle and family- my thoughts and prayers are with you.2
Lisa Simone & Family
#21
December 18th, 2014 2:38 pm
Our thoughts and prayers to Ed, Kathy & Family, his son Craig Matthew Michelle and sons and his entire family and friends. Rest in Peace Big Guy xoxo
Bill White
#20
December 18th, 2014 11:54 am
Craig Matthew,
I am so, so very sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. His laugh, you two guy's coming into the baseball card shop. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your Dad. I called Bob Adams and let him know of your loss. Take good care of yourself and I hope that one day when back in Hackettstown we might run into each other. God Bless
sincerely,
Bill White
Michelle Yatsko
#19
December 18th, 2014 11:45 am
Today, I realized that whenever I have been with Craig or thought oh him, I smiled. You are all in my prayers.
Michele Buzec Cameron
#18
December 18th, 2014 10:21 am
Thoughts and prayers to the Chesney family during this time of grieving. May you find peace. God Bless you, Michele
Debi Thoms
#17
December 18th, 2014 9:06 am
My condolences to the entire Chesney family, I'm sincerely sorry for your loss. I was one of Craig's classmates in high school. He always had a smile on him and I think that is the one thing I remember most about him.
He was well like by his peers. It breaks my heart that he earned his wings to soon but know that he will make Heaven a much more beautiful place.
Roy Marsden
#16
December 17th, 2014 9:29 pm
I never had the pleasure of meeting Craig, but my heart go out to all of the family. may rest in peace, Roy
Paul Moravec
#15
December 17th, 2014 8:12 pm
Sincere condolences to his family and his many many friends. Craig was a great guy who was larger than life. He'll be remembered by all who met him. Rest in Peace my friend.
Jim Gifford
#14
December 17th, 2014 6:06 pm
My deepest of condolences and prayers to the entire Chesney family at the loss of Craig. His infectious laugh and kind heart will never be forgotten.
BETTY AND DOUG POWERS, GREAT MEAOWS
#13
December 17th, 2014 3:13 pm
ED AND CRAIG JR. WE ARE SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS, CRAIG ALWAYS HAD A SMILE OR YOU ANYTIME YOU SAW HIM. HE WILL BE MISSED BY MANY. YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ARE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.
Jim and Yvonne Mooney
#12
December 17th, 2014 1:15 pm
Words cannot express the sadness we feel losing Craig. Craig was an amazing friend, a wonderful person and his laugh contagious ,even just thinking of it now, makes me smile. Our prayers are with Michelle and Craig's family. Craig will be missed dearly.
Debbie Wittschiebe and Danielle Stephany
#11
December 17th, 2014 12:46 pm
Our deepest sympathy to you Craig Matthew. May you find peace and comfort with your family during this difficult time. Memories will keep him close. God Bless you and the entire Chesney family.
Mark Beckert & Family
#10
December 17th, 2014 12:25 pm
Thanks for all the laughs over the years, rest in peace Craig.
Don and Beth Miles
#9
December 17th, 2014 9:52 am
So sad to hear of this news about Craig. Our condolences to his family, may God give you strength during this difficult time.
Don and Beth Miles - Houston, Texas
John Ferris
#8
December 17th, 2014 9:27 am
My deepest condolences to Craig's family. We were boyhood friends and teammates, and so fondly remember Graig's gentle way and, yes, that great laugh! May your memories of him serve to comfort and sustain you in the days and weeks to come. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jeff Kline
#7
December 17th, 2014 7:19 am
Michelle - I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family. God Bless.
Liz Iacampo Palumbo
#6
December 16th, 2014 7:36 pm
I am just heartbroken to hear of the passing of Craig. One of kind, great guy, THE best. Had a laugh that left you smiling. My sympathies to his family over this terrible loss :(
Ed Wehmeyer
#5
December 16th, 2014 7:29 pm
Our deepest condolences to the Chesney Family for your loss. It is my loss also for I had the opportunity to work with Craig years ago in his business and I had the pleasure of getting to know what a fine young man he is. Wonderful person!! My thoughts and Prayers on this sad time.
Ed Wehmeyer and Family
Michael DiRienzo
#4
December 16th, 2014 7:16 pm
My deepest sympathy to the Chesney family. We have lost a great person and he will surely be missed!
Michael dirienzo
Debra (Laux) Wright
#3
December 16th, 2014 6:46 pm
Thoughts and prayers to his family and friends .... so sad to lose someone so young .... Rest in Peace Craig
John Greszczak & family
#2
December 16th, 2014 6:35 pm
My deepest sympathies to the Chesney family... Craig was always fun to be around and his laughter shall never be imitated... Hard working friend whom shall be missed by many... In "Gods" hands now...
Paul & Robin Wallace Frisco, Texas
#1
December 16th, 2014 5:06 pm
My Wife Robin and I are very saddened to see this notice.
Craig was a great classmate of mine in Hackettstown and I will never forget his infectious smile, and laugh!
May the LORD grant you all comfort in this time of mourning, I wish I could be there to share in some small way in mourning Craig.
May God Bless you and keep you.
Paul & Robin Wallace
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