Craig was born on January 30, 1960 in Alameda, California.
He graduated from Hicksville High School in 1978. Craig served in the United States Navy from 1978 until 1982.
Craig worked for Indiana Marine Products for many years.
Survivors include his brother, Russell (Tasha) Amaden of Fremont, Indiana, a sister, Melissa (Todd) Mercer of Camden, Indiana, half-brother, Matthew Amaden of Fort Wayne, Indiana, step-mother, Ruth Amaden of Yoder, Indiana, and nieces and nephews, Ashli, Alexus, Kirsten, Payton, Heaven, and Jayden.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Russell Amaden, Sr., and Dorothy Karen (Norris) Amaden.
Following his wishes there will be no services.