Craig Lee Marsh
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Craig Lee Marsh, 72, passed away March 28, 2023 following a short battle with lung cancer. Craig was born the eldest of three children to Robert and Juanita Marsh on October 5, 1950 in Liberal, KS.
Craig graduated from Lawrence High school in 1968. He went on to earn his bachelor’s degree in personnel administration in 1973 at the University of Kansas where he met his wife Leslie. They were married on February 2, 1974. The two went on to have two children, son Cameron and daughter Caitlin.
Following graduation, Craig served as an officer and Navigator in the Navy. Through four years of service, he traveled the nation before returning to Lawrence to manage the family business. A dedicated business man, Craig managed M&M Office Supply for 37 years.
In 2014, Craig retired and picked up his love of reading, spending time with his family and rooting for the Jayhawks. A loving husband and father, Craig will be remembered for his gift of storytelling, humor, warm laugh and twinkle in his eye.
Craig was predeceased by his father Robert, mother Juanita and daughter Caitlin. He is survived by his wife Leslie, son Cameron (Liz) Marsh, sisters Janet (Richard) Belote and Linda (Clark) Cropp, nieces and nephews and loving family.
Visitation will be at 10 am on Saturday, April 15, 2023 at Warren-McElwain Mortuary in Lawrence, KS. Service will begin at 11 am.
Memorial contributions may be made in his name to Just Food, Humane Society of Lawrence, Public Library Foundation and may be sent in care of Warren-McElwain Mortuary, 120 W. 13th Street, Lawrence, KS 66044.
Leslie I am so sorry about the loss of Craig. You are in my thoughts.
Linda Lester
Leslie and family,
I was deeply saddened when I heard of Craig’s battle with lung cancer and his passing. Craig was the first friend I recall having when I was 4 years old in kindergarten at Centennial School. It was always a pleasure to see Craig and get a big smile when I went into M&M Office Supply. He was such a good man and I will never forget his laugh. Many blessings on the family as you celebrate Craig’s life.
Leslie and family, we were so saddened to hear of Craig’s passing. He was such a great guy! Know he will be missed by many. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Leslie and family: I am sorry to hear of Craig’s passing. I played football with Craig at LHS (we were both guards) and graduated in ’68 with him.
I always enjoyed stopping into M&M to buy supplies and talk to him. He was a really upstanding guy and fun to be around.
Leslie, I remember you from decades ago in Stephen Ministry! I pray that you will find the comfort and care which you so willingly give to others. II Corinthians 1:3-4
Our condolences on Craigs passing.
I remember playing handbells at First Presbyterian with you.
Prayers for comfort and peace.
Bob & Janet Bauman
Dearest Leslie and family,
External rest grant unto him Oh Lord
And let perpetual light shine upon him.
I am so sorry for your loss.
Georgine McHenry
Dear Leslie,
Our hearts are heavy for you with the loss of Craig. So sorry. Both, you and Craig have always been so welcoming and kind. Hopefully, there is some comfort that Craig and Caitlin, together now in heaven, will be your and Cameron’s guardian angels. There is no explanation as to why some of the biggest challenges come to the nicest and most loving folks on this earth but I know your strong faith will hopefully be able to process this someday. Please take care and thinking of you our dear ol’ friend.
I am so sorry to learn of Craig’s passing. My late husband Steve and I were classmates, and it was always wonderful to see Craig occasionally at M&M, at restaurants or just out and about. He never failed to exude happiness and a ready smile, doing his best to make this world a better place. By all counts, I believe he succeeded. My sincere sympathy to all.
Dear Leslie and family: May your memories sustain you and bring you peace. I have such wonderful memories of my days at M & M and they came flooding back when seeing Craig’s picture. Blessed are those who mourn for they shall be comforted.
Margaret Barnes
Leslie,
So sorry to hear about Craig. He and I would always chit-chat a lot when I visited the store or would run in to him occasionally. We would always reminisce about the past and have many good laughs. He was my office supply guy and I am now sitting at my desk that was purchased from him years back. Again, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jerry and I are so sorry tp hear about Craig’s passing. He was always smiling and made us feel special. Leslie was so wonderful as our daughter’s first preschool experience. Our prayers are with your family.
Leslie, Cameron & family,
I am so sad to read this morning of Craig’s passing, my heart aches along with you. Craig always greeted every one with a big smile. You were truly a loving couple & gave So much to others. Praying you will feel the Lords arms around you at this time & you may feel his comfort. In Christian Love
Craig and I went all through our school years together, starting at Schwegler Elementary.
We often played together when we were young. I remember when I was about 10 years old, Craig rang my doorbell on May Day.
I answered the door and he sweetly handed me a lovely May basket full of flowers and candy.
His sweet face was blushing with his special smile as he handed me the basket and wished me a happy May Day.
That was my one and only May basket and he made me feel so special, I have never forgotten his sweetness.
We remained friends through the years, and every time I encountered Craig at M&M or elsewhere,
he was always smiling.
Craig was a great guy.
I was saddened to hear of his passing.
Marilyn Norris Chaney.
I was so sorry to hear about your loss. Craig was such a friendly and kind person. My heart and prayers are with you. Sincerely, Bev Dolezal
Leslie, in Cameron you are both in my thoughts. Hopefully somewhere down the road the good memories and laughs will sustain you.
Dear Leslie
So sorry to hear of Craig’s passing——way too young. So glad I found you both outside last fall for a catch up chat
We are unable to attend the service but will be praying for you. Mark and Lori
Dearest Leslie, Cameron, and family,
I was so sorry to hear about Craig’s passing.
I remember him as kind , friendly and loving his family.
I know you will miss him deeply and you will all be in my thoughts and prayers in the days ahead.
May God bless you and comfort you with strength and peace.
Much Love, Sue Glatz
Leslie, John and I are so saddened to learn of Craig’s passing. Please remember we are only a few feet away and the door is always open to you! Hugs — Pam and John