Kenneth Poe Funeral Services

October 19, 2021

CHARLOTTE – Daniel Richard Craig, Jr. passed away on Tuesday, October 19, 2021.  A native of Columbia, SC, Daniel was born on May 25, 1985, to Patricia Cannon Craig. 

Daniel graduated from Spring Valley High School and received his undergraduate degree from the University of South Carolina in 2007.  He was a member of the Sigma Nu Fraternity where he made life-long friendships.

Daniel started his professional career right out of college and eventually found a home at Brittany Sales Co. where he was a valued and beloved colleague winning numerous awards and recognitions.

A lover of music, travel and all things Gamecocks, Daniel’s personality left a lasting mark on anyone who crossed his path. He was an explorer of the world and invested in his community.  He enjoyed supporting local businesses in his neighborhood of Plaza Midwood and sharing his many passions with others (apart from his highly coveted collection of Nike “dunks.”) Daniel especially loved his many friends that spanned multiple generations and came from all different walks of life.

Those who knew Daniel, knew how much he loved his family.  His adoration, gratitude and respect for Laura Jane was known by all as well as his love for Cannon, Lottie and their beloved golden retriever, Early.  Daniel’s happiness was being with his family and loving them completely.  Theirs was a life filled with joy and laughter.

Daniel connected with people. That was his gift. He was so very loved and will be sorely missed.

Survivors include his loving wife, Laura Jane; his devoted children, Cannon and Lottie; his mother, Patti of Columbia, SC; his in-laws, Denise Ball of Charlotte and Tami and Bob Ball of Atlanta, GA; sister and brother-in-laws, Katie and Eric Kuester of Pinehurst, NC, Cassie and Mitchell Scott of Raleigh, NC, Hailey and Thomas Hicks, Stormii and Mark Kercher, Katelyn and Holland Kercher all of Atlanta, GA.  Also surviving are many nieces and nephews that loved and adored their Uncle Daniel.

A service to celebrate Daniel’s life will be 2:00 PM Saturday, October 23, 2021 at Myers Park United Methodist Church, 1501 Queens Road, Charlotte, NC.  Family and friends are invited to join in-person or virtually at https://boxcast.tv/channel/avywlradrkwnpw81mpef.  The family will receive friends following the service at the church.

In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be offered in memory of Daniel to The Plaza Midwood Neighborhood Association or to a charity of one’s choice that would bring joy to Daniel.

Arrangements are in the care of Kenneth W. Poe Funeral & Cremation Service, 1321 Berkeley Ave., Charlotte, NC 28204; (704) 641-7606. Online condolences may be shared at www.kennethpoeservices.com.