Obituary 5 Jul 2015 Quinn Mcowen Henry Craig DeBose, 50, of Burgaw passed from his earthly life to his eternal rest on Sunday, July 5, 2015 at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. He was born June 13, 1965 in Hampton, VA, the son of Edna Eakins DeBose and the late James Linwood DeBose. Also remembered is his brother, Len DeBose who preceded Craig in death. In addition to his mother Craig is survived by his wife, Rebecca “Becky” DeBose; daughters, Crystal DeBose and Chelley Herring (Cory); grandchildren, Landon Cashwell, Lilly Herring and Levi Craig Herring; siblings, Cliff DeBose (Linda), Faye Lee (Charles) and Doug DeBose; and many nieces and nephews. Craig was a member of Shiloh Baptist Church and was employed with W. T. Humphrey, Inc. in Jacksonville. Craig loved his family and was a wonderful husband, daddy, granddaddy, son, brother and friend. His zest for life knew no bounds as he loved hunting, fishing, being at the beach and all of the glories of nature in God’s majestic world. Craig will be remembered for his sunny smile, great sense of humor, and love for his family. Craig’s early departure from this world leaves and empty place in our hearts and at our family gatherings. The family will receive friends 6 to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 7, 2015 at Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home Burgaw. Funeral service will be 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday at Shiloh Baptist Church with The Rev. Bobby Mowery officiating. Burial will follow in Eakins Cemetery. Casketbearers will be Michael Gurganious, James Gurganious, David Gurganious, Nomie Kirby, Brock Fowler, Chris Burns, Clifton Green, and Johnny Pate. Shared memories and condolences may be sent to the family by selecting "Memory Wall" above. Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home and Cremation Center of Burgaw. |