In Memory

Craig Dalaska VIEW PROFILE

 

Craig Edward Dalaska, 60, of Clearwater passed away on Thursday, Dec. 24, 2009, in South Haven.  Funeral services were Thursday, Dec. 31, at St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, Buffalo, with Pastor James Disney officiating.   He is survived by former wife and loving companion of 36 years, Ruth Hemphill of Wadena; daughter, Jody A. (Monte) Grossinger of Wadena; son, Eric J. Dalaska and Kris D. (Michael) Strzyzewski of Maple Lake; grandchildren, Amber L. Shively, Devin M. Lowers, Drake J. Strzyzewski, Alyxis K. Strzyzewski, Jessica M. Grossinger and Grant J. Grossinger; great grandson, Justin R. Funk; sister, Marsha (William) Stoltzman of Plymouth; nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Verna Dalaska.  He was born on Jan. 24, 1949, in New Prague, the son of Edward A. and Verna J. Lamont Dalaska. Craig honorably served his country in the United States military. He served in Korea helping to deliver supplies during the Vietnam War. He was a longtime truck driver for Bjorklund Trucking in Buffalo, and an owner operator of his own semi. Craig enjoyed golfing, pheasant hunting and fishing.  Casket bearers: John Nagel, Randy Nordling, Paul Molzahn, Les Lemieux, William Bell and Dan DeWitte.





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