Date Of Birth: January 10, 1953
Date Of Death: August 26, 2008
Craig William Dahl, 55, of Martinsville, formerly of Naples, FL, passed away Tuesday, August 26th, 2008. He was born in Minneapolis, MN on January 10, 1953. He is survived by wife, Karen (Bowles); son, Brody Harwood; daughter, Lauren Marie; mother, Marjolaine Dahl; two sisters, Marjo Dahl, and Sandy Endresen; five nieces, Crystal, Marjolaine, Olivia, Madison, and Tori; two nephews, Jackson, and Trent.A Celebration of Life will be held at Faith Church, 1895 SR 44, Martinsville, IN, at 4:00 p.m. on Monday, September 1. Memorial gifts may be made to Faith Church.
Missy Calgren Bell says
A Soul Set Free!
Unfortunately leaving behind such a young family.
My heartfelt sympathy for the families loss.
I have sweet memories of long ago. Craig & I had been friends since high school. We did some growing up together. Ahh who could forget the muscle cars. The forest green GTO, the silver split back window sting ray, the 1970 yellow Vette. Craig always like the cars.
Through all these years and with many miles between us we still managed to keep in touch.
This is how I know he loved his Karen and he loved being a DAD.
I can hardly believe he is gone.
I will miss you my dear friend.
Missy
Capt Mrs Rodney C Ennis says
Thank you Craig for your warm smile and sincere laugh. We pledge to follow your example of being a wonderful parent and husband. Although we’ve known you and your family for only a short time, the Dahl’s have been a blessing to our family.
Respectfully,
The Ennis Family
leah qualls says
Karen, Brody, Lauren and to the wonderful extended family:
It was a very short time that I spent getting to know you, and I wish it could have been under better circumstances. I was very touched by the couragous battle Craig endured and Karen’s ability to be so strong. You all touched my heart so deeply and it was an honor to be involved in Craig’s care. I will always remember all of you!
God Bless You All,
Leah…your hospice nurse.
Dawn Rose Chandler says
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. I pray that your strength sees you through this difficult time. If there is anything that we can do for you – please don’t hestitate to let us know.
BobbyAndreaAJHannah Jeanette says
Karen,Brody&Lauren,
Our deepest sympathy for your loss. We are keeping you in our hearts & prayers.
Dontie Fuller says
I am so sorry for your loss. Monica is a friend and a co-worker at St.Paul’s, and I know how close your family is.
My prayers are with all of you.
Sincerely,
Dontie Fuller
Mike Lori and Jennifer Engle says
We will miss Craig and Brody riding their bikes up and down the street and Craig driving his collector cars.
Kurt Cindy and Katrina Vogel says
We’ll miss Craigs laughter very much. He was one of the best Dad’s we’ve ever met. It was a delight to have worked with him and been his friend.
The VanStone Family says
We are so sorry for your loss.
We are holding your family in prayer.
God’s Peace to all of you.
Les, Pam, Zach and Allie VanStone
billy hassett says
Karen, I hope you and your family stay strong during these tough times. I was sadded to hear of Craig’s death. Five dollar Billy…
Ivan and Samantha Herbert says
Dear Dahl family,
We are deeply saddened to hear of your loss and send our thoughts and prayers to you all at this difficult time.
Olivia and Amelia have a great fondness for Brody and send him their love and friendship.
With deepest condolences,
The Herbert family
Tom Patty Rodriguez says
Dear Karen,
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of Craig. Our hearts are so heavy for you, Brody and Lauren. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Across the miles, we send you comfort, love & strength.
Love,
Tom & Patty
April Gourley says
Dear Dahl Family,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. May peace and good memories be with you in the days ahead. Grace so enjoys being in class with Brody.
Our deepest sympathy,
The Gourley Family
Nellie says
When Craig’s name is mentioned so many great times come to mind. The lazy days on the beach, the fun and laughter he shared with his many friends. The same friends he didn’t want to see alone on Thanksgiving Day so he would open his home to them all for a celebration of that day. Being there and watching him when he met and fell in love with Karen (his Love Bug) and the pride and joy at the birth of his son Brody. The wonder of him becoming Mr. Mom and loving every minute of it. The sadness when the family moved to Indiana but the fun to have him call just to say “Ma Barker – hello!” I remember the call and joy to announce the birth of Lauren. Craig had a favorite saying “just one more then I gotta go”. He might be gone, but to me and everyone else that he knew, he will never be forgotten.
Kidde Car may there be fun cars in heaven.
Mike Madison and Julia Francis says
Karen, Brody and Lauren – Craig’s favourite sayings mean more to us now….. “See Ya”, “Oh Well”, “….Like it was dipped !” and who could forget our ’best friends’ way of answering the phone to each other ?
There’ll be cars galore for him to fix in heaven, and I hope that one fine day – with God’s abundant Grace – that I’ll be blessed enough to fix up an old car alongside my friend Craig, once again.
Bless you and yours, be strong – Craig wanted us all to be just that.
Al Margo Penke says
One night before Craig’s passing we were both prompted to pray for Craig, Karen and the children; which we did. How thankful we are to know & be reassured by this; truly a sign as to how much the Lord loves ’us’, He loves Craig & his family; our trust in Jesus & His love remains. His faithfulness will continue toward Craigs’ loved ones. Our deepest sympathy is extended to you during this time of grief. With continued prayers, Al & Margo Penke of Ely, Minnesota
By her request: We also want to extend Love & Sympathy from: Betz Goman of Mound, MN (Our mom & the mother of: Missy (Calgren) Bell) Betz (and her husband, the recently departed Dave G.) is a friend of Craig Dahl & his family. She, too, shares the burden of your grief and is saying prayers for the family.
Craig always brought a smile to our faces, we are grateful to have known him…he will be missed.
Amanda Carter says
I am so sorry for your loss. Mr. Dahl was always so friendly and helpful to me on the mail route. I am praying for your family.
Your mail carrier sub,
Amanda
Tom Becky Bores says
Karen. So sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all of your family.
Nick Robyn Conner says
Karen and Family,
I can not begin to tell you how sorry Robyn and I are to hear of Craig’s passing. Please know that you and your family have always been in our prayers, and will continue to be. I will always remember Craig’s smile; it seemed to take up his entire face! Whatever we can do for you, please do not hesitate to ask. No matter what the distance, you have always been family to us.
Nick Conner and Family
nicholas.conner@us.army.mil
(C) 443-615-6059
Ahnee Conner says
Dear Karen and family,
Nick just called me with your tragic news. I’m so terribly sorry; this is just heart-wrenching for you. I know there’s nothng anyone can say or do to lessen your pain. And I do mean nothing! “I’m praying for you” is so trite and lame, and must feel like a band-aid on a gushing wound. (I lost my first husband when he was 25, so I know how monstrous this feels.)
I know your children will be a comfort to you in these dark days, and you to them. When the dust settles, if you ever want to talk to someone who was also a young widow (horrible, ugly word!) call me anytime: 260-637-4600 or cell 260-241-5613. I don’t know how to reach out to you other than this email.
I promise you, it WILL get better, but it takes a long time. Pamper yourself, and take everything that’s offered to you, without guilt. I wish you well; it’s a difficult journey that’s been forced on you, and you have no choice but to put one foot in front of the other and keep on walking. God bless.
Ahnee Conner (Nick’s mom)
Patricia Kearns and Janet Ross says
We were stunned to read of Craig’s passing. We are the people who bought your little house in Naples Park in 2002. We met you, Karen, and your mom (I think) a few years later when you were on a visit and you drove by on 104th Avenue. We love our little cottage and it has stood up bravely to the big storms. It is not just a house to us; it represents a dream come true in our lives. What we recall so brilliantly is how easy it was to trust Craig from the time we made our decision to buy the house to the day we all sat around a settlement table to conclude the transaction. That kind of trust is instinctive and Craig somehow inspired us to that level of trust as we progressed through the transaction, all the while over 1100 miles from Naples. God bless and keep you and your precious children as you endure the grief that comes with losing the life you and Craig had together and the dreams you had for the future. We will remember you in our prayers and thank you for the role you played in our life plan. Pat and Janet Ross-Kearns
Rebecca McClung says
Dear Karen,
I am so sorry to have missed Craig’s memorial service. Our family was out of town for the holiday weekend and did not get back until the service was over.
I just want you to know I’m thinking about you and your family every day. Craig and you are such special people. I will miss seeing Craig there and his wonderful smiling positive presence. I know you will miss him terribly. I also know that returning to see us would be painful for you and I wish I could see you, but understand that it may be too hard for you to come for awhile.
It was great to meet your mother and sister-in-law yesterday. Thank you for the beautiful flowers.
Please let us know how you are doing.
With love,
Rebecca
Bess Carney says
Karen… I am so sorry.
Dan,Amy and I are all in just disbelief which I imagine you are too to some extent. After losing our mom it was all numb for a bit and that was without the challenges of being the mom with little ones. Know you are thought of often. And missed deeply. Anything Anytime call. I love you Karen.
Bess
Michael Mary Lee Fredericks says
Karen & Family,
My husband worked and was friends with Craig for it seems like a hundred years. Michael and Craig ran Bachke & Tein together for a few years before he left for Florida. I was lucky enough to have met Craig thru Michael and to have known him on a personal level, he was such a fun person.
Michael spent a couple of years(during the winter) in Florida with Warren before he passed away, and on occasion they came to your home for dinner. Michael came home with this fantastic shrimp recipe for the grill that Craig had, and we still use to this day. Every time I grill those shrip I think of Craig.
We were updated thru Marge on Craigs thrilling experience of having two children, and I remember the last time that I saw him, which was a few years ago, how proud he was of Brody. There was such a proud glow to his face.
Our prayers are with you and your children, with Marge, Marjo and Sandy. We are going to attend the get together on Sunday with Marge, and share our memories of Craig.
Charlie and Abra Bowles says
Karen and Children
We prayed for Craig’s healing with the understanding that God knows every part of our being and what is best for Craig and each of us. That is an extreemly difficult thing to understand at this time. Now we are praying that God will give each of you the insight and wisdom you need to understand and know what He has planned for your lives. Know that we love each of you and will continue to support you with that love and our prayers!
Love From Your Uncle Bill and Abra
Kathryn Minzey says
Good god.. I had no Idea…Just found out today.. I never read the Naples news… Karen how are you and the kids doing… I will be calling you I hope you don’t mind.. my thoughts and prayers are with you and the little ones.. Love ya
Kat