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Craig Dertien Obituary
Craig Charles
Dertien
April 6, 1967
November 6, 2022
Craig C. Dertien (Apr 6, 1967- Nov 6, 2022), 55, was born in Houston, Texas into an Air Force family. He spent his childhood in Texas, Ohio, Colorado, Japan and California before returning to Colorado Springs, CO. He settled in Calhan, CO and had several passions including his family, faith, the San Diego Chargers football team and his love of animals. Craig forged a successful career in the industrial and commercial construction business and was known for his integrity, hard work and support to his coworkers. He actively supported the 4H Club, El Paso County Fair Livestock Shows, and activities with his church. Craig was preceded in death by his former wife Gerri Dertien, parents Donald Dertien and Helen (Dee) Dertien. He is survived by daughters Miranda Weir, Skye Dertien and Reanna Dertien; grandchildren Lukas and Noah Mills; and his wife Kimberly Sullivan and daughter McCarthy. He is also survived by his brother Evan (Erika) Dertien and sisters Sarah (Kevin) Knudsen and Cheyenne Watson.
A Memorial Service will be held at Living Word Community Church, 532 Colorado Ave Calhan, CO on Saturday, 3 Dec 2022 at 11 am. The family suggests donations be made to Colorado Palliative and Hospice Care.
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Karen and Glenn Frank
August 31, 2023
We didn´t know Craig had died. Please forgive us for not sending our condolences sooner. I spoke to Kim - your Dad´s receptionist - when I (Karen) went to the dentist yesterday. We remember baby sitting Craig and Evan. Both great kids. We are so sorry for Craig´s family. We hope the memories of happy times shared with Craig will give you all some comfort.
Edward Lee
December 23, 2022
Rest in Peace my oldest friend! Memories flood including sleep overs, webelos , your letters from Japan, watching the first space shuttle landing. Your loyalty and honor continues to shine bright!
Mike and Vicky Scandrett
November 28, 2022
Vicky and I wish to express our condolences to all of Craig's family. He fought so hard. He never gave up. Jesus decided he wanted to bring him to be with Him. We will miss him so much. Craig was one of our first and one of our longest tenured employees. He also was our friend. God bless all of you!
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Frank , Carol & Jeff Henson
November 27, 2022
Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
He will be missed
Gregory Nelson Echols
November 22, 2022
Craig was a great guy, good neighbor, and a good friend. He will be missed.
McCoy Family
November 15, 2022
Craig was an amazing person! We were so blessed to know him. Thoughts and prayers to the family.
Tammy Hudson
November 14, 2022
Lifting up this family in prayer during this most difficult time. May Gods peace fill your hearts with comfort and love to see you through. Mathew 25:21
God bless, Tammy Hudson
Rich, Terri, Dalton and Natalie Parks
November 14, 2022
Sending love and prayers to all of you. Craig was an AMAZING person who did so much for so many. May God be with you during this very sad time and always. May your memories comfort you and give you the peace that passes understanding.
Karen Todd
November 13, 2022
Love and prayers to Craig and his family! His family at Edwards AFB love and will miss him dearly. Gone to soon!
Shirley Hoberg
November 13, 2022
Dear Dertien Family,
Howard and I send you our most heartfelt sympathy
and condolences. We are so sorry for your loss; we hope that you will often recall the good times that you were all able to spend together with Craig and by having a memory of shared fun and laughter with him
keep him always in your hearts!
Virtual hugs to you all.
Julea
November 13, 2022
You are all in our Thoughts and Prayers
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