Daisy Ruth Craddock

In 1944 Missionary Craddock relocated from Spartenburg South Carolina, and moved to Baltimore Maryland where she accepted a position a Rosewood State Hospital, which marked the beginning of a long and distinguished career. She began her career as a Human Development Associate, and advanced to various positions in the field of mental health. During this service she received numerous awards and letters of appreciation. Throughout her career, Missionary Craddock was recognized as someone who would “go the extra mile” without being asked, often sacrifiacing her own time to accomplish and exceed the goals set before her. She always sought opportunities to provide guidance and counseling to young clients and other new employees. Her creditability and enthusiasm with her job won her the admiration and respect in public service as well as in the private sector. Upon retiring after 29 years of state service; Daisy continued working in the health care field at Kenndy Kreiger providing various counseling programs and youthjdevelopment programs. Although Missionary Craddock’s accomplishments during her state services are estimable, they truly pale by comparison to the Love and Devotion she had for he Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, which was demonstrated through her Christian walk. She was a faithful and dedicated member of the Greater Faith Hope Tabernacle Churh, where she was the president of the nurses unit and of the Outreach Ministry, member of the Usher Board and Women’s United Board. She was a counselor, a mentor for the youth, a financial advisor, a shoulder to lean on, and just a breath of fresh air for the weary.Missioinary Craddock shared the vision of her Pastor Bishop Millard Cox to add a ramp to the church for those saints that needed it. In the same spirit with which she executed all tasks she spent endless hours studying and attending bible college. Missionary Craddock’s devotion to her church, family, and the love for her family, did not prevent her frim touching the lives of individuals throughout the community. Because of the special place she had in her heart for children with special needs, she willingly took on the responsibility of being a host parent for Caroly Miller for eight exciting years. Reflecting on all this, Missionary Craddock had the ability to love her family giving them quality time, and attention, yet she had enough love to share herself with countless others. For she always said “love isn’t love until its given”Missionary Craddock leaves to triumph in her legacy, celebrated her victory, and rejoice in her memory; one son, Dorian Maurice Craddock; two daughters, Gwendolyn Y.Johnson, Gail Craddock; one daughter-in-law, Anne Craddock; one son-in-law, Michael W.Johnson; one nephew, Jerry Cromwell; nine Grandchildren, Carvan M.Backus,Anethia Faltz ,Joanna Crumb, Marc A.Craddock, DerrickM.Craddock, Michael W.A.Johnson Jr.;Trina Harrington,Yvonne A.Hopson,Nicloe Y.Flowers; a special sister, Barbara Jones;best friend,Patricia Headley;a devoted friend, Gorge McAily; a hhost other relatives and friends.

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Daisy Ruth Craddock

February 2, 1931 - November 9, 2006