CRAIG
STEPHEN FORSTER
July 16, 1951 - April 17, 2013
It is with deep sorrow that we announce
the passing of Craig on April 17, 2013.
Craig is survived by his loving wife
Denise and two daughters, Jennifer and
Sarah Forster. He also leaves his mother
Margaret and brother Dennis. He was
predeceased by his wife Joanne (nee Smith)
in 2006, and his father Horace in 1979.
Craig loved the simple life; music, the
lake, and working on projects or what he
termed puttering. Craig could figure out
how anything worked. His friends and
family reaped the rewards of his curiosity
and puttering. Many will continue to enjoy
for a lifetime the handmade gifts that he
made along with their working grandfather
clocks, Servel fridges, and Aladdin lamps
that only he seemed to understand. He was
always willing to help out a friend.
Later in his life, Craig pursued his love
of music. He made magic happen with any
instrument that he touched. He joined
various bands and often had the spotlight
on him because of his talent and charisma.
Craig will always be remembered for his
kindness and his sense of humour. He was
easy to love and he will be missed dearly.
As
published in Winnipeg Free Press on
April 27, 2013
Condolences & Memories
I was saddened to hear of Craig's passing.
He was a creative, talented keyboard
player and had a golden gravel voice that
depicted a real rocker. He performed songs
like 'Mustang Sally', Satisfaction etc.
like no one else. I only new Craig for
about 6 years when we commenced playing
with the Shondel's in Winnipeg. Our first
job was the Juno's - CBC performance.
Craig was awesome as usual. I only have
fond memories of Craig and our
relationship. We had a lot of laughs in
the short time that we had together. My
deepest and sincere condolences to Denise
and all of Craig's family. Take care,
Craig is still rockin' - I can feel it ...
Your friend always - Lenny Fidkalo
- Posted by: Lenny Fidkalo (Friend and
band mate) on: May 09, 2013
We
shared many bands...many memories...many
laughs...and a 48 year unwavering
friendship all rolled into one. I will
miss you dearly Craig! With our sincere
condolences and deepest sympathy to both
Denise's and Craig's families. Jim and
Barb Rose
- Posted by: Jim Rose (OLD FRIEND and
OLD BAND MATE) on: Apr 29, 2013
I have
known Craig for so many years, I forget
how many, he played in our band The
Shondels for 5 years in Winnipeg, before
moving to Kenora. He also has been playing
with us for some New Years Eve shows.
Craig, you were such a talented, singer
and musician. I loved you like a brother,
I will miss you, Jack
- Posted by: Jack Wong (Friend) on: Apr
29, 2013
I was
so sorry to hear of Craig's passing. I
knew Craig for over thirty years and we
played in many Bands together. He was a
great keyboard player and singer. I will
truly miss him. My sincere condolences to
the family.
- Posted by: Bing (Friend ) on: Apr 28,
2013
I have
nothing but great memories with
Craig......Craig was a fabulous musician
and a good friend...I'm honoured to have
been part of his early music
career......We had so much fun!!! Craig had
such a great sense of humour.......I want
to send my condolences to the
family......After years of no contact with
Craig I made contact with him a few years
ago.......and so wish that I could have
met with him again.......
- Posted by: Dave LaBossiere (Friend
& Band member from the 60's) on: Apr
27, 2013
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