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Craig Jacob Bembry, 66, of Dayton, OH, passed away on April 9, 2022 after a brave battle with cancer.
Craig was born on January 10, 1956 to John Bembry and Hazel Grant-Bembry in Toledo. OH. After graduating from Macomber High School in 1974. He went on to study at the University of Toledo. Craig met Bonita Sanders and they wedin 1997, going on to have 2 children, Celeste Bembry (Ward) and Benjamin Bembry.
Anyone who knew Craig knew that he was the most loving Husband, Father, and Grandfather (PaPa) a family could ask for. His family meant more to him than anything else in the world, something he often mentioned. Craig was known for his strong work ethic and dedication to Meijer, where he worked for more than 25 years as a team leader. Craig was also a passionate artist and could often be found working on his photography, calligraphy or French lessons at home.
Craig was predeceased by his parents and brothers, Carlton and Omar. He is survived by his wife Bonita Bembry; his children, Jennifer Sanders, Allyson Sanders, Celeste Ward (Clarence), Benjamin Bembry; his grandchildren, Brayden, Bryson, Aamina, and Camille; and his siblings: Regina Jennings, Reginald Grant (Mary), Denise Bembry, Kevin Bembry, Darryl Bembry (Cassandra), Ingrid Bembry, Carla Ambrose (Mark), in-laws Craig Morrow and Rhonda Morrow as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
The family requests that all flowers and notes are sent to W.E. Lusain Funeral Home, 2060 Germantown St, Dayton, OH 45417. There will be a celebration of life on Wednesday, April 20, 2022 at First Wesleyan Church (401 Gramont Ave). Visitation will begin at 11:00am and service to follow at 12:00pm. Interment at West Memory Gardens.

Professional arrangements entrusted to W.E. Lusain Funeral Home and Crematory.
January 10, 2023
January 10, 2023
Happy heavenly birthday Craig!! I miss having conversations about football and meijer with you. You are so so missed by all.of us at store 115. Rest easy my friend 
April 19, 2022
April 19, 2022
Sorry for your family's loss. Prayers to his family and friends. Craig was one of the good guys. Always smiling and willing to help you at work.He did my name in calligraphy as a thank you note. I framed it and will remember him every time I see it. He will truly be missed
April 19, 2022
April 19, 2022
Craig Bembry was the nicest man I've ever known - kind, caring, generous, helpful, and always smiling and friendly. He will always be greatly loved and greatly missed.
April 18, 2022
April 18, 2022
I am so sorry for your loss. I’ve been best friends with Ben for over a decade and I know how much he loved and cherished his father. How much his father cherished his kids. My family sends our condolences to you and your family.

Justice Fleenor (Springstead), Bailey Rodriguez and Yalaina Fleenor
April 18, 2022
April 18, 2022
Sending my deepest condolences to you and your family. May God's peace, comfort and love surround you.
April 18, 2022
April 18, 2022
From the heartwarming comments, your loved one was truly an inspiration to many. The scripture say "Do not let your hearts be troubled. Exercise faith in God. My sincere condolences for all.
April 16, 2022
April 16, 2022
I worked with Craig at Meijer. He was a great person and a pleasure to be around. He will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him. My deepest condolences to his family and friends. RIP Craig
April 16, 2022
April 16, 2022
Bonita and Family,

Please accept our heartfelt condolences in the loss of your love one. Craig was a very kind person, and always there for his family. We are thinking of you and praying for you and your family. I know you will miss him dearly. Keeping you in prayer.
April 16, 2022
April 16, 2022
Craig is genuinely on my list of the best humans I’ve ever had the pleasure of knowing. I’ve worked at Meijer for 31 years and have only been blessed to know Craig for a small part of my career. He was always willing to work hard, share knowledge and have a laugh. He made an impression on everyone he meet. My deepest condolences to the family. He will forever be in the hearts of many.
April 14, 2022
April 14, 2022
Whenever you hear the phrase, "a good man", Craig should come to mind. Craig truly was the very definition of a good man. He was never too busy to talk to or listen to you. He would talk as long as you'd care to listen. His smile was bright and infectious. He was always cheerful, kind, and funny, as well as one of the hardest workers you could ever hope to work with. Truly, truly a good man. My sincerest condolences to his family and friends. A tremendous loss to this world, but what an angel he will be..
April 13, 2022
April 13, 2022
Such a sad day when this world lost Craig. I loved working with Craig as did my husband. Prayers out to his family.
April 13, 2022
April 13, 2022
I had the privilege and honor to have worked with Craig at Meijer. My deepest sympathy goes out to his family. I know he will be truly missed by his loved ones. Craig always displayed a personality of care and appreciation for others that knew him. I had the utmost respect for Craig as a leader and a person with a strong work ethic. May God bless his family and keep them during this difficult time in their lives.
April 13, 2022
April 13, 2022
Sending heartfelt condolences to Craig family and friends, My husband and I worked at Meijer with Craig and he brought light into our life... He also was our photographer at our wedding..he will truly be missed by everyone...Rip Craig ❤️
April 13, 2022
April 13, 2022
Wishing you and your family courage and peace during this time of mourning. I had the pleasure to work with Mr. Bembry in the mid 90s at Meijer. Whenever I came home to visit from Arizona, I made sure to stop in and say hi. He will be deeply missed. Sorry for your loss.

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January 10, 2023
January 10, 2023
Happy heavenly birthday Craig!! I miss having conversations about football and meijer with you. You are so so missed by all.of us at store 115. Rest easy my friend 
April 19, 2022
April 19, 2022
Sorry for your family's loss. Prayers to his family and friends. Craig was one of the good guys. Always smiling and willing to help you at work.He did my name in calligraphy as a thank you note. I framed it and will remember him every time I see it. He will truly be missed
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April 14, 2022
Craig and I were high school track teammates. He was a very good 880 yd runner ( 800 m today). Craig was very kind and always had such a positive attitude every day at practice. After all these years since graduation I can still see his smile as we shared our school daystories. Prayers for his family during this difficult time. 
April 13, 2022
My deepest sympathy goes out to Craig's loved ones. Craig was an amazing leader and friend. He was always upbeat and had an immense amount of knowledge in so many things. I loved his stories. He was up for anything  and found the positive in every situation.  I feel fortunate to have known him. He truly left an impression on everyone. He will be missed.
April 13, 2022
I worked with Craig at Meijer. One of the nicest guys I have ever had the pleasure of working with. He always had a smile, a nice comment and a positive attitude. RIP Craig.Condolences to his family.

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