Craig J Pedersen's Obituary
Craig J Pedersen passed away peacefully at home in Lacombe, LA on Tuesday, November 14, 2023 at the age of 71, after a courageous five year battle with cancer surrounded by his loving family. Craig was born in Plymouth, IN and retired back to his southern roots. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Barbara Snyder Pedersen. He is survived by his loving wife of 34 years, Shelli Bolen Pedersen, his children, Cristopher Pedersen (Sha), Sheena Davis (Jordan) and Courtney Schindler (Mark) and was the best Papa to his grandchildren, Mattie, Andi, Jacob, Rylan, Jonah, Raiden, Brantley and Millie. He also had many cousins, nieces, and nephews that he loved dearly.
Craig graduated from Fortier High School in 1970 and went on to attend Tulane University where he played basketball. He later went on to play golf and achieved his goal of becoming a golf pro. He passionately coached many athletes throughout his adulthood in both golf and basketball, always willing to provide his knowledge to all aspiring athletes. He later went on and had a successful career in sales working with Gambino’s Bakery in Louisiana and Bon Appetit in Indiana.
Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Service on Saturday, November 25, 2023 at the E.J. Fielding Funeral Home, 2260 W. 21st Avenue, Covington, LA. Visitation will begin at 9:00am with a funeral service following at 11:00am. Interment will be at a later date.
E.J. Fielding Funeral Home has been entrusted with funeral arrangements. Please sign the guestbook at www.ejfieldingfh.com.
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