Craig Willard Pearson, my big brother, my Rock, and my hero, was welcomed home May 1, 2024, at the age of 73. I don't know his whole life story, as I was the youngest, and he took care of me. But I do know that whatever job he held and whatever he did in life, he always gave 100% and more.

So instead of a full obituary, I have a list of things I'd like to share about my brother, Craig.

ALL ABOUT CRAIG AND THE THINGS HE LOVED FROM A TO Z:

Always put others first

Believed in the good of the world

Church

Dependable and driven to help others

Empathetic

Faithful

Giver

Honest and humble

Inspirational

Jesus

Kindhearted

Loyal

Model car collector

Nieces and nephews

Ox – a name called by many

Peacemaker and a people person

Quite reliable

Rings

Siblings

Tri-Valley's dependable driver

Understanding

Visiting with everyone

Workaholic

XOXO – loved hugs and kisses

Yellowstone marathon days

Zodiac sign Pisces: very loyal and creative and people love them

LIVE FOR GOD AND YOU WILL HAVE LIFE

Craig is survived by his brother, Kirk; little sister, JoyBeth (Andy); several nieces and nephews; and especially everyone that loved him. He was welcomed home by his parents, Willard and Bonnie, and brother, Theron.

Fly high, dear brother. Sissy (a name he has called me forever) will love you always. You are pain free now and ready to be that brave climber.

Remember dear brother with a smile!

A memorial service is scheduled for Thursday, August 8 at 11:00 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church in Hallock, MN. Interment will be at Union Liberty Cemetery, rural Hallock.