MICHAEL OREN CRAFT

1954-2018

Michael Oren Craft, 63, of Katy, Texas, went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, February 19, 2018. There is a very happy celebration in heaven as Mike is restored and reunited and in the presence of the Lord. He is survived by his loving wife of 36 years, Amy, and daughter, Lauren, of Katy. Also left to cherish his memory are his uncle, cousins, and his extended, selected family of dear friends whom he loved so much.

Mike was born in Waco, Texas, to Joyce and Don Craft. He graduated from Spring Woods High School in 1971 at the age of 16. He earned his accounting degree from the University of Houston. Mike went on to have a successful career in information technology, having been employed by Cities Service (CITGO), Pennzoil Company, Shell Oil Company, and AT&T, retiring in 2016.

As a fifth-generation native Texan, Mike’s love of the outdoors came naturally. Nothing brought him more joy than riding around in his tractor looking at his cattle, pastures and catching occasional glimpses of the wildlife inhabiting the ranch.

Mike was an outstanding example of how a man should live his life. He was happy and grateful for all the blessings in his life and said so daily. He was humble and wanted to be a blessing to others. He loved the Lord and saw His hand in everything. Many times, Mike said it was his wish that he be remembered as ‘‘one heck of a nice guy,” and so he will be. We will all miss him greatly.

A memorial service celebrating Mike’s life will be held on Friday, March 16, 2018, at 10 o’clock, at Katy Funeral Home, 23350 Kingsland Blvd, Katy, Texas 77494. The family wishes to express its thanks for all the prayers and sustaining support and thoughtfulness of our dear and loving friends. Memorial donations may be made to Grace Fellowship Harvey Relief Fund, 2655 South Mason Road, Katy, Texas 77450, or to the charity of your choice.