Hopkinsville Man John Craig Dies at 73

Craig was a longtime employee of Agri-Chem and member of the Church of Latter-day Saints.

Mar. 19, 2026 at 2:24am

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John E. Craig, a 73-year-old resident of Hopkinsville, Kentucky, passed away on March 12, 2026. Craig was born on November 30, 1952, to the late James R. Craig and Vinnie Bell Osborn Craig. He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and worked faithfully for Agri-Chem from 1998 to 2022.

Why it matters

Craig's passing marks the loss of a long-time community member and employee in the Hopkinsville area. His involvement with the local church and employer highlights the importance of faith and work in the lives of many residents.

The details

In addition to his parents, Craig was preceded in death by his brother, George Wilson, as well as several other family members. He is survived by his wife, Mary Craig, his sister Betti Anderson, and his brother Richard Craig, all of whom live in Augusta, Georgia. A memorial service will be held on March 21, 2026, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

  • John E. Craig was born on November 30, 1952.
  • Craig passed away on March 12, 2026.
  • A memorial service will be held on March 21, 2026.

The players

John E. Craig

A 73-year-old resident of Hopkinsville, Kentucky, who passed away on March 12, 2026. He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and worked at Agri-Chem from 1998 to 2022.

Mary Craig

John E. Craig's wife.

Betti Anderson

John E. Craig's sister, who lives in Augusta, Georgia.

Richard Craig

John E. Craig's brother, who lives in Augusta, Georgia.

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The takeaway

John E. Craig's passing represents the loss of a long-time community member and employee in Hopkinsville, Kentucky, whose involvement with his local church and employer highlights the importance of faith and work in the lives of many residents.