Newark – May 17, 1954- October 25, 2020
Born in Oneida, NY on May 17, 1954 and passed peacefully at home with family by his side on October 25, 2020. Craig was predeceased by his parents Alan and Marieta Carey and his brother Scott Carey, as well as his beloved Uncle Chuck and cousin Glenn Tallman. He is survived by his devoted wife Cathie, loving son Jon and daughter-in-law Maday Martinez with whom he had much in common.
He is also survived by his caring Aunt Marion Tallman, Sister-in-law Joy Fidler (Duke), Nieces Allison Carey (Michael), Bekah Coates (Pat), Nephews Adam Carey (Sybil), and Dave Fidler, and cousins Dale Tallman (Beverly), and Tim Tallman as well as many friends and co-workers.
Craig worked for over 40 years as a commercial insurance broker for several of the world’s largest insurance companies. He started in New York City before eventually moving back to the Rochester area in 1990. After a long and successful career, Craig began his well-deserved retirement in June of 2019.
Craig had a fondness for sports cars, especially of the British variety. He enjoyed driving his Triumph TR6 immensely and was a past President of the Greater Rochester Triumph Touring Club.
He also loved spending time with the family pets. He had a strong bond with the dogs (Coco and Belle) and cat (Jersey Girl). They were a constant source of comfort to him especially during his cancer treatment.
Craig was a hard-working man who loved his family very much. He was a source of inspiration for many and will be missed by all.
Calling hours will be held on Sunday November 8th from 1:00 PM- 3:00 PM at Richard H. Keenan Funeral Home at 7501 Pittsford-Palmyra Road in Fairport, NY. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Tunnels to Towers Foundation in his honor.
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14 responses to “Craig R. Carey”
I am sorry to hear about Craig’s passing as I worked closely with him at Mars McLennan. May he Rest in Peace
Marsh & Mclennan
Would be nice if we could see the photo at the top of this post. Right now it is just showing a “?” in an empty block.
Please accept my condolences. Craig worked with us at Hatch Leonard and was always the consummate professional, both with his customers and his peers. It was an honor to work with him.
I enjoyed working with Craig at Hatch Leonard and First Niagara. He was such smart guy and always interesting. He lived to talk about his beautiful family, and great dogs.
Craig was the rare combination of a perfect gentleman and consummate insurance broker. earning the respect of clients and fellow workers. It was my privilege to have worked with him at Marsh.
Craig was a valued member of the National Kidney Foundation Board of Directors during my tenure as the Executive Director. He was always available to discuss programming and strategic planning matters. Craig’s impact on the kidney community cannot be understated.
I had the pleasure of knowing Craig through our employment at First Niagara Risk Management. He was the consummate professional and gentleman and his door was always open for anyone. Other than work, he was a good friend and was always upbeat and positive about the future despite his many struggles with health of which he never complained. He loved his family and always spoke often and fondly of them. He will be missed by me and all who knew him.. Rest in peace, my friend
I extend my sincere condolences to Craig’s family. I knew him for many years, starting at Hatch Leonard. He was extremely knowledgeable, highly respected and liked by everyone. He genuinely cared for people and welcomed their conversation, always being very supportive. He will be missed by all.
Craig was a good friend growing up and for me as a young adult. I am sorry to hear of his passing and my thoughts and prayers are with Cathie and Jon and extended family.
We are so sorry to hear of Craig’s passing. We have great memories of Craig at the UK car shows at Genesee Valley park in past summers. Keeping Cathie and Jon and all the family in our thoughts and prayers. Rest In Peace, Craig.
Craig was a wonderful husband to my very best friend Cathie and a terrific dad to Jon. We enjoyed a long enduring friendship even though we were miles apart you never missed a birthday for Eric my son and your godson ❤️ You were kind, thoughtful and we will hold your memory close to our hearts. Eric will forever keep the bond the two of you shared. May you rest now.,, ?. Love Michele Bryan Eric & Jaime Lyn
Cathie. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am so sorry for your loss.
Craig, my cousin, was loved and admired by everyone in our family. If you knew of the health struggles he fought since birth you’ll appreciate so much the life he made for himself and his family. Even as kids he worked twice as hard to keep up, never complaining. So it was throughout his life. Craig loved his family so much and our hearts go out to Cathie and Jon. Till the day comes when we meet again over the horizon, Rest In Peace my friend and cousin