BELFAST – Dennis M. Craig, 24, passed away unexpectedly Sept. 21, 2011, at his residence. He was born Oct. 13, 1986, in Harris County, Texas, to Michael and Amber (Palmer) Craig.
He grew up in Patten and attended Greater Houlton Christian Academy. He enjoyed golf and had the opportunity to play in the state tournament.
Dennis participated in baseball and basketball. He enjoyed playing the guitar, hunting and fishing. He worked in the woods with his dad, always preferring to be in the outdoors. He and his wife, Teresa, were married Sept. 17, just a few days prior to his death.
Dennis is survived by his wife of five days, Teresa Sirous-Craig of Belfast, who is the daughter of Fernand and Joann Sirous of Belfast; his parents, Michael and Amber Craig of Lincolnville; siblings, Billie-Jo Craig-Cullins and her husband, Charles, of Staceyville, Lea-Anne Porter of Lincolnville, Samantha, Selena and Michael; brother-in-law, Matthew Porter of Belfast; nieces and nephews, Alexis, Brandon, Ashlie, Jazmine, Evan, Bradlee, Ethan, Emma and Owen; and his special friend, Raymond Landry of Sherman.
Memorial services will be held 11 a.m. Sept. 28 at Little River Church, Northport Avenue, Belfast. Private burial will be held at a later date at Patten Cemetery. Those who wish may make donations in Dennis’ memory to CancerCare of Maine, Lafayette Family Cancer Center, 33 Whiting Hill Road, Suite 1, Brewer, ME 04412, in honor of Dennis’ nephew, Bradlee, who has fought leukemia. Arrangements under the care of Riposta Funeral Home, Belfast. Online condolences may be offered at
www.ripostafh.com.