Craig Lynn Johanesen

I remember Craig introducing me to sailing on Pine Lake during the summer when I was in college. I'm a graduate of CHS a year ahead of Craig and he lived at the end of my street in Clintonville. We sailed in his dad's heavy wooden boat that was one of the first of its class ever built. That experience led me to buy a day sailboat of my own which I have at my cottage on Pine Lake. I thank him for the introduction to sailing. I will also remember his love of the lake, and local history. With sincere condolences, Russ Kafka

Craig certainly packed a whole lot of livin' into his 73 years. What an excellent model of a life fully lived! Always appreciated him taking the time to stop by for a chat.

Dennis was a childhood friend of Craig and the stories I've heard seem to focus on their shared adventures at the Cloverleaf Lakes--stories of fun, boys finding trouble & laughs. We talked with Craig this fall and he had his mind focused for the cancer fight & body ready to live as fulfilled as possible. It was really inspiring to talk with him that day and we are so happy he was able to fly in Alaska again. We will always remember Craig for his love of the outdoors and passion for history. I believe he is resting outdoors enjoying the wind against his skin.

What an honor it was to have Craig for a great friend for all those years. Several of us had a wonderful mini-reunion with him in Clintonville last fall which I will never forget. His many interests, his love of the outdoors and his worldwide travels all lead to a very exciting life. Always with a great smile and a kind word, he was a pleasure to be around. God bless you Craig. Talk about a life well lived!!! Jerry and Linda Glocke

I have always valued my friendship with Craig. He was always smart, insightful, congenial, and supportive. I am so sorry that I was unable to see him in the last couple of years, but I treasure his memory. One of Craig's many kindnesses to me was to nominate me for an alumnus award given by our high school, which was granted. The world has lost a truly good person. May his memory continue on long after his passing. John Stichman