Jerry Lyn Craft
June 29, 1949 ~ December 1, 2020
Jerry Lyn Craft, 71, loving husband, father, Papi and friend, passed away Tuesday, December 1, 2020. Viewing, 4:00-8:00 p.m., Saturday, December 5, and 1:00-8:00 p.m., Sunday, December 6, at Downing & Lahey Mortuary West. Rosary, 9:30 a.m.; Funeral Mass, 10:00 a.m., both Monday, December 7, at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church. Burial will be at White Chapel Memorial Gardens. Jerry retired from Boeing as a production controller. Jerry was a veteran of the Vietnam War. He served honorably in the United States Army. Jerry was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, American Legion Post #268, North Star Lodge #168, Past Boss Klown of Midian Krazy Klowns, Past Director of Midian Oriental Band and a member of Midian Shrine. He was preceded in death by his mother, Coleene Hodges. Survivors: wife, Tina; son, Jonathan (Rachel) Craft of Wichita; daughters, Jenon (Jeff) Watts of Smyrna, DE, Kali (Vincent) Storhaug of Viera, FL, Tia (Mark) Carter of Jennings, KS; sisters, Janice (Leslie) Gordon and Caroline Case; adopted brothers, John Burks, Wade Welch and Merle Bailey; 10 grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, memorials established with St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, RCIA Program, 861 N. Socora, Wichita, KS 67212 and St. Francis of Assisi Catholic School, Special Needs Equipment, 853 N. Socora, Wichita, KS 67212.
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“It’s not easy being Cheesy” I am sorry to hear about the loss of Jerry (aka Cheesy). I also know we have not talked to or seen his family for a few years. I remember when I was in my 20’s or maybe 30’s he would tell me of when he was in the Army. He didn’t talk to much about it but every now and then he would. This was at some of the parties the Krazy Klowns would have. Remember the fun times….Tina, prayers to you and your family during this difficult time. Peace be with you.
I remember when Chuck came home in make up that Jerry helped him with – and his costume. Jerry was a super nice guy. Had fun going to Dodge City and all the parades we went to. Great Mexican food too! Our sympathy & prayers go to the Craft family in their time of sorrow. It ain’t easy being Cheesey!!
Cheesy was a good brother and fellow Shriner. He will be missed. Mike Bennett
We are so sorry for your loss. Sending prayers to your family. Love, Jennifer Preston (coworker of Kali at Nuance)
Jerry, my uncle, was more like a father to me. He taught me many valuable lessons I carry with me still. He had a heart as big as Kansas, a smile that could warm a room, and he had integrity for days. I loved him and he was my confidant in the family. I will miss him, but I look forward to seeing him again one day.
I can’t remember a time when I didn’t think my uncle Jerry was the coolest, most handsomest man alive. I’ve grown since then to discover he’s so much more! Forever in my thoughts…I love you!
Jerry was a Gentleman. I had the pleasure of working and calling him a friend while working with him at Boeing. You could always talk to him about anything. He had a soft voice and great demeanor. He would always wave and say hey!! Craft family I’m so sorry for your loss!!