Natalie Craig Obituary

Natalie Grace Craig died suddenly on February 16, 2026, surrounded by her loving family and

friends. Natalie was born on December 23, 1961, at McChord Air Force Base in Tacoma

Washington. As an Air Force "brat", she grew up in many different states, finally settling with

her family in Fort Collins, Colorado. She was predeceased by her parents Marvin and Dorothy

Craig. She is survived by her daughter Elaine Grace (Egie) and son-in-law, Dan, and their

children Lucas and Rhoswen Grace (Reggie) Manobianco. She is also survived by her siblings,

Rocky (Betsy) Craig, Carol (Ron) Dorn, Ann (June Marquez) Craig; and many nieces and

nephews; her best friend, Debbie Losey; and her favorite furry friend, Luna.

Natalie graduated from Poudre High School in Fort Collins in 1980 and attended Greeley

Community College where she received her LPN degree. After working for a few years, she

attended Mesa College in Grand Junction where she received her RN degree. Natalie's most

rewarding position was as a Hospice Nurse Coordinator. After retiring from nursing, she was

employed as a cashier at various casinos in Black Hawk.

Natalie was very involved with her church, Glory of God Lutheran Church in Wheat Ridge and

considered them her extended family. She enjoyed traveling and visited Scotland, Ireland, and

most recently took a river cruise in Europe with family. Natalie especially loved being a "Bim".

A Celebration of Life is scheduled for April 10 th at 10:00 at Glory of God Lutheran Church in

Wheat Ridge. In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests memorial gifts in Natalie's

name to

Foothills Animal Shelter, 580 McIntyre St, Golden 80401

The Community Table Food Bank, 4600 W 60 th Ave, Arvada 80003

Glory O God Lutheran Church, 12200 W 38 th Ave, Wheat Ridge 80033