What an incredibly gentle and kind soul. A good man. Fun times in High School! Miss you Craig 

Craig wouldn't have known me but I knew him. Our parents were friends in Upland when he was a baby. I remember their joy and relief when early health issues were cleared up. Looks like he had a wonderful life surrounded by family and art.

I loved his art. He always found a creative way to put his name into the picture. I still have a springday hat from our TKE days. His name is on the sole of the shoe of the character.
He also had that obnoxious ferret that used to terrorize the boy scouts but cannot remember its name. He did love that ferret.
Sam Thornton

I'm so sad to hear of Craig's passing. We were roommates as freshman at Evansville and then fraternity brothers in TKE. He had a heart as big as the sky and never met a stranger! He went too young and my wife Pam and I's thoughts and prayers go out to Carol and children. YITB Ski!

We are heartbroken over the passing of Craig. He was a friend, teacher, and leader to so many.  Most of all, he loved, cared, shared and gave of himself to each and every person he met. He will be missed deeply and our sincere love to each member of his family. His family carries a special part of him inside them, so we will never forget or stop loving him.  Peace and Love to all, John and Teresa Dietz

I'm so sorry for the huge loss. I babysat Craig when we lived in Sturtevant, WI ............. I got in trouble from Velma because I took him for a walk , she was worried about him . I didn't know any better, I was young. The Erskine family were so good to me and my brother Jim . I loved Velma, she was a fun lady, that's where Craig got his free fun spirit. God bless , hope you all find peace and comfort.
Joice Larrabee Lange

Oh my Craig, no wonder you weren't answering my Facebook messages, I had no idea . I knew your whole family, I babysat for you in Wisconsin . Way too young sweetheart to leave this earth. Hope you are in heaven with your Father Don and Mother Velma.
My  prayers for your wife and children
Joice larrabee

I remember Craig as a young boy when we lived on Simonton Lake many years ago.  He was always a sweet, wonderful and loving young man with a heart bigger than anything.  I am still shocked by the news.  I love you Cathy and will be thinking of you and your family.

Our sincerest condolences. The help Craig gave me over the years and his friendship is invaluable. Your family is in our prayers. Eda and Glenn Boyles.

Carol,
Ryan adored Craig and he had a major influence on his Art experience with the computer.  He looked forward to Thursday nights with passion.  My heart goes out to you and your family as you have suffered a great loss.  The world has lost a great artist!  His legacy lives on with the Art League and all his students which he so greatly influenced.  Another angel.  May God bring you peace.
Artfully yours, Gay Lynn and Ryan Lynch

Carol and Amanda, our hearts go out to you - sharing your pain.  There is no way to express this loss - to you, to us, or to the many, many he touched and shared his talents and love with.

Carol
Diane and I were stunned.  I am sending you a card.  I really don't like facebook and its public venue.  This is such a tragedy for everyone who knew Craig and knew his accomplishments, his dreams and hopes. We are so,,,so sorry. Roger and Diane Bailey

Carol, I know you loved Craig so very much.  Every time you spoke of him you looked like a teenager in love and I was always touched by that.  I am so very sorry he left so soon.  My prayers are with you for the comforting arms of Our Lord to keep you in His loving embrace.  May God Bless You.  Michelle Geraci & Family

Carol, I'm so sorry for your loss, keep you and yours in my prayers.
Rachel Raneri

Craig ment so much to me! It started with him being the best art teacher that I have ever had he turned into being my best friend. I am going to miss him extremely! Back to being the best teacher. I had a severe brain injury accident 3 and a half years ago and my mother found the art league website and took me there to meet him. I was an accomplished artist before my accident. After my accident I could barely draw a stick figure.  Craig took me under his wing and started from scratch with me as a 35 year old starting over. He treated me like an adult which was rare at the time. The most compassionate person I have met since my accident.  Because of him I feel confident in my artwork which I thought I would never feel again. Craig's wife, Carol, and his daughter, Amanda, whom I have met are also compassionate  people. They have the same attributes of Craig. My condolences go out to all of the Erskine family in the wake of this tragic event.  He will be missed beyond comprehension.

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Craig D. Erskine

February 17, 1964 – May 21, 2015

Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home

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