JULY 12, 1936 – JANUARY 5, 2024
Onis Elbert Craddock, 87, of Greenville Ohio passed away on January 5, 2024 at Everheart Hospice Care Unit. He was born on July 12, 1936 in rural Caddo County Oklahoma to the late Van and Lucille (Archer) Craddock.
He was a lifelong traveler who had a passion for family, golfing and the great outdoors. He enjoyed playing the card game called Pitch when the family got together.
He retired from the United Telephone Company in Ohio where he worked for many years.
Onis was born into a large family, he leaves behind a multitude of relatives whom he loved.
He is survived by two brothers, Larry Craddock and wife Samie of Mustang, Oklahoma and Joe Craddock of Ft. Cobb, Oklahoma. His six loving daughters. Nona (Steven) Kennedy, Verna (Lloyd) Garland, Linda (Arthur) Smith, Rhonda Kolling, Karla (Gary) Garber and Trica (Jeffrey) Felty. His 12 grandchildren,20 great grandchildren and numerous great great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by 7 brothers and 1 sister: Lenard Craddock of Benton City, Wa., Reginald Craddock of Lookeba, Ok, Lonnie Craddock of Ft. Cobb, Ok, Paul Craddock of Napoleon, Oh, Ada (Craddock) Morris of Binger, Ok, David Craddock of Tampa Fl, JW Craddock of Apache, Ok, and Dan Craddock of Ft. Cobb, Ok.
During his lifetime, Onis faced incredible adversity and never flinched. He was an inspiration to all who knew him and will be sorely missed.
The family is grateful to the wonderful staff at Everhart Hospice Care Unit who took care of Onis during his last days.
His ashes will be taken to the place where he was born. Arrangements have been entrusted to Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio
His last wish was that those he left behind not to grieve too long. Be joyful because he led a great life and will be together again with his loving wife of 54 years, Betty Craddock.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.zecharbailey.com for the Craddock family