Jeff Davis Craddock, Jr.

August 13, 1930 ~ December 18, 2024
Jeff Davis Craddock Jr., 94, Retired Metallurgical Chemist, died Wednesday, December 18, 2024. Rosary will be at 10:00 am, Funeral Mass will be at 10:30 am, December 28, 2024, at St. Elizabeth Chapel at the Catholic Care Center. Preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy Mae Craddock; brothers, Patrick and John Dondlinger; father, Jeff Craddock, Sr.; mother and stepfather, Euna Mae and Leo Dondlinger. Survived by his children, Thomas E. (Sandy) Craddock of Colorado Springs, CO, Judy Lynn (Thomas) Licklider of Wichita, Barbara A. (John) Lessard of Bel Aire, David L. (Teresa) Craddock, James A (Anita) Craddock, Mary S. (Matt) Sullivan, Alan G Craddock, all of Wichita; 11 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren with one great-granddaughter on the way. A memorial has been established with: Erin Is Hope Foundation, 4921 E. 21st St. N., Wichita, KS 67208. Services in care of Downing & Lahey Mortuary - East Chapel.
Sad to hear of Mr Craddock’s passing. The Craddocks were such a great family to have in our lives. We (the Smith’s) lived right across the street from them in Pecos. One of my “tornados stories” is running to their house in the middle of the night and seeing a tornado in between lightning flashes looking West down Pecos. Much love to you all. Steve Smith.
Dear Craddock Family,
I am so very sorry for the loss of your beloved father. I sure loved my high school years with you all. You were my family too. I was just telling Judy (my best friend in high school), that her sweet dad would drive us to events before we could drive. I loved spending nights at your house. Your parents always made me feel at home. I love you all. Praying for comfort.
Denise R. Becerra