Craig Herbert Pearson
March 27, 1946 - September 27, 2017
Craig Herbert Pearson, 71, of Cherry Valley died on September 27, 2017. Born on March 27, 1946 in Rockford, son of Herbert and Doris (Johnson) Pearson. He was a loving and supportive father and devoted grandfather. Craig was creative and a very talented wood worker. He loved camping, boating and spending time on his golf cart with his dog, Gracie; who he fondly referred to as, “Papa’s Girl.” Craig loved the Chicago Cubs, visiting the Madison Farmer’s Market, and was an avid reader. Craig owned Park Industrial Design, and later worked at Feldman Manufacturing and Ingersoll as a Design Engineer. Upon his retirement, he worked at Collier RV. Survived by wife, JoAnn of Cherry Valley; son, Jeremy (Robyn) Pearson of Oak Park; grandsons, Harrison and Leo Pearson; brother, Ken Pearson of Monroe Center; and dog, Gracie. Preceded in death by his parents. Memorial Visitation on Thursday, October 5, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. at Grace Funeral & Cremation Services, 1340 S. Alpine Rd. Rockford – At Colonial Village; Celebration of Life at 11:00 a.m. Pastor Glennie Smith will officiate. Memorials may be made in his memory to Animal Care League, 1011 Garfield Street, Oak Park, IL 60304. Grace Funeral & Cremation Services is assisting the family. Share a memory or condolence at www.graceFH.com.
Craig Herbert Pearson, 71, of Cherry Valley died on September 27, 2017. Born on March 27, 1946 in Rockford, son of Herbert and Doris (Johnson) Pearson. He was a loving and supportive father and devoted grandfather. Craig was creative and a... View Obituary & Service Information