LANCASTER, SC ~ Mr. James Ralph Craig, age 67, passed away Monday, November 4, 2019 at his home.  He was born on March 31, 1952 in Lancaster, SC the son of the late Walter Craig and Myrtle Knight Craig and was the husband of Beth Powers Craig.  Mr. Craig was employed with Springs Global for 50 years and was currently a Maintenance Supervisor.  He loved his family, especially his grandson.  Mr. Craig was a former Boy Scout Leader, Dixie Baseball Coach, an avid Clemson Tiger fan and a skilled woodworker. He was very active, enjoyed staying busy, gardening, and horseback riding.  Mr. Craig was a lifetime member of Zion United Methodist Church where he served on various committees.

Mr. Craig is survived by his wife of 47 years, Beth Powers Craig; a son, Brett Craig and his wife, Adair of Ravenel, SC; a grandson, Jamison Craig; two brothers, Larry Craig (Darlene), and Wayne Craig (Karen), all of Lancaster; two sisters, Lib Preslar (Ken), and Diane Rape (Mike), all of Lancaster; and his mother-in-law, Ann Gooch Powers.

Mr. Craig was preceded in death by a son, James Brian "Jamie" Craig; his parents; a brother, Ricky Craig; and his father-in-law, Artis "Mutt" Powers.

The Celebration of Life Funeral Service for Mr. Craig will be 2:00 pm Thursday, November 7, 2019 at Zion United Methodist Church officiated by Rev. Michael Jarrell and Rev. Frank Lybrand.  Burial will follow in the church cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 6:00-8:00 pm Wednesday, November 6, 2019 at Burgess Funeral Home and suggest memorials contributions be made to Zion United Methodist Church, 1665 Zion Road, Lancaster, SC 29720.

An online guest register is available on the obituaries page at www.burgessfunerals.com .

Burgess Funeral Home and Crematory is caring for the family of Mr. James Ralph Craig.