"I grew up with Craig out the state road 205 area. We had good times doing what boys do while growing up. I wish I had seen him more in these past years. May the Lord Bless your family with precious memories of your life. John Vance"
In loving memory of
Craig E. Lock
November 1, 1951 - February 13, 2020
Craig E. Lock, 68, of Columbia City, Indiana, passed away Thursday, February 13, 2020 at his home. Born November 1, 1951 in Whitley County, he was the son of Paul R. and Marjorie I. (Breisch) Lock.
He graduated from Columbia City Joint High School with the Class of 1970. Craig worked for Dana Weatherhead for over 25 years and was a truck driver for several years Craig enjoyed riding motorcycles, mowing his lawn, ice fishing, mushroom hunting, volunteering at the Impact Center Food Pantry and rooting on the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Survivors include his daughter, Stacy Lock; son, Justin Lock; brothers, Daniel (Lisa) Lock and Jim (Cindy) Lock; sister, Paula (Loren) Kauffman; grandchildren, Garrett, Mackenzie, Raelynn, and Drake; great-grandchildren, Evangelynn and Mercy. He was preceded in death by his parents; son; Scott; daughter, Corinna; and grandson, Gage Wildley.
A gathering of family and friends will be 4-7 p.m. Wednesday, February 19, 2020 at DeMoney-Grimes Funeral Home, 600 Countryside Drive, Columbia City. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. at the funeral home Thursday. He will be laid to rest near his parents at Nolt Cemetery. Pastor Aaron Brockman of Columbia City Victory Christian Fellowship will be officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given in his memory toward his final expenses in care of DeMoney-Grimes. Visit www.demoneygrimes.com to send his family condolences online.
Tributes
"Craig you were always a wonderful friend and a wonderful heart! You will be missed forever!"
"Dear Dan and Lisa, We are praying for your comfort. You have had so much sorrow and we are supporting you with love and prayers. Jack and Mary Hostetler"
"Dan, Lisa and Family, Sometimes words fail us. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this dark valley. Trust in God will get you through. All my love,"
"I'm praying for your family. May you find peace as you grieve. Rachel Bone"
"May each of you find courage to face tomorrow as you rest in the knowledge that we truly care about each of your needs and that we will walk beside you in your journey of grief. Brett Gerber, Randy Grimes, Kris Hardiman and the Staff of DeMoney-Grimes Funeral Home "
"Dan and family, I am sorry to hear about your brother. Please know that prayers and sympathy are being sent your way. "
"You probably probably don't remember me. Paula, Jimmy and Danny, but I lived.with your family back in the summer of 1963. I babyear all of you, while Margie and Paul worked. Craig was just a pre teen. I am so sorry to hear of Craigs passing, but am happy to know he is in his eternal home. My siblings grew up with the Breisch family .Praying for for your family. Connie Shelmadine Miller"
"May God give you strength in this time of grief and fond memories of Craig E. Lock, CCHS Alumni Class of 1970. The Alumni of CCHS extends sincere condolences, thoughts and prayers to Craig's family. www.cchsaa.org per TLG"
"Craig was always very thoughtful and caring he always had a smile on his face no matter. Love to all "
"Paula my prayers are with you and family.. Lisa Reavis "
"A man who truly lit up a room. I will forever be thankful that I was blessed to call him a friend. His laugh is my favorite ?"
"Uncle always gave a great hug and smile God bless you sir. Love you"