Craig W. Micheau, age 52, of Escanaba, formerly of Rapid River, passed away on March 2, 2022.
Craig was born May 7, 1969 in Escanaba, the son of Bill Micheau and Linda Quick. He was raised in Rapid River and attended the Rapid River High School, graduating in 1987.
On October 21, 1995, he was united in marriage to the former Dodie Maggart and they remained close friends. Together they raised 3 amazing children, Zachary, Hannah and Cassidy.
Craig was an avid Detroit Lions fan. He loved to hunt and fish and enjoyed being in the woods with his kids and his dogs. His greatest love was for his kids and grandson, Ryker.
Craig worked as a Heavy Equipment Operator Local 324 with CR Meyer, Bacco, Payne and Dolan and several other companies. He was a perfectionist when it came to his work.
Craig is survived by his children, Zachary (Heather), Hannah and Cassidy; grandson, Ryker; mother of his children, Dodie Micheau; parents Linda Quick and Bill (Oleda) Micheau; sisters, Sheri (Bud) Polfus and Amy (Russ) Micheau; brothers, Scott (Holly) Johnson, Jeff Robitaille and Duane Robitaille; numerous nieces, nephews, brother and sister-in-laws, aunts, uncles and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his stepfather, Ronald Quick; grandparents, Delbert and Virginia Nelson and Joseph and Mary Lou Micheau and mother-in-law, Mari H. Peterson.
No funeral services will be held per Craig’s request.
The family is being assisted by the Skradski Funeral Home in Gladstone.
LYNN DENEAU - GLADSTONE, MI
Dodie, Zack, Hannah, Cassidy, Ryker, Linda and Bill and family. I am so sorry to hear about Craig. As a kid he would be at my mom and dads house and was a friend of my brother David Wilson. I am so sad for all of you and hope you can find consolation from God. Too young to go as he should have had many more years to watch his grandson grow. May he know some peace and no more pain. That’s what we all can hope for him. God bless you Craig.
Shirley Schmidt - Cantwell, AK
I pray you have found peace. Sending all of my love to Craig’s family and friends. He will be missed dearly.
Do not stand at my grave and weep
I am not there. I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning’s hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry;
I am not there. I did not die.
Shelley Owen - Kaufman, Tx
My prayers and thoughts are w all. May God provide you w peace and comfort knowing his child is home. An angel always watching over those he loved.
Sherion Redilla - Escanaba, MI
Dodie , Zack , Hannah & Cassidy I am so very sorry for your loss , My Loving Thoughts & Prayers Are With You All ! May God Wrap His Loving Arms Around You All At This Most Difficult Time & Give You All The Strength You Will Need To Get Through This ! Know The He Is With God & At Peace And Your Angel Watching Over You All ♥️✝️
Tricia Cass - Escanaba, MI
When I think of Craig I remember a lot of laughing, rock n roll, a hard worker, a patriot, being sentimental and he had a laugh that was contagious. That’s how I knew him. He loved celebrating the 4th of July with great fireworks for his kids, he loved our state bird, the robin, Elvis and hated snakes with a passion, lol.
I was looking forward to seeing him at out 35th Class Reunion, but instead we’ll have to raise a toast to him and his memory.
RIP Craig, you will truly be missed and thoughts and prayers to his family.
Shannon (Lehto) Varvel - Phoenix, AZ
When I think about Craig I immediately think of a guy with a big heart, big smile, big laugh, & someone that always made others feel special. My parents said the same thing about Craig reflecting on how genuine of a person he was. Gone too soon & will be missed by many. Our thoughts & prayers are with the family.