patchtrader864 Posted August 20, 2014 Share #151 Posted August 20, 2014 Sad news RIP Craig Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gap Posted August 20, 2014 Share #152 Posted August 20, 2014 Very sad news. Craig will be sorely missed! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rambob Posted August 21, 2014 Share #153 Posted August 21, 2014 OMG, I am just devastated by the news of Craig's passing. Our collecting interests are so similar that we often joked that he was my "Brother from another mother". I really regret that we never met in person, but he was a class act and had forgotten more about WWII militaria than I will ever learn. He was always a friendly, knowledgeable, sanity check for my collecting posts, questions and conjectures. RIP my friend and my deepest condolences to all of your family. This forum and the collecting community have lost a legend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peace Posted August 21, 2014 Share #154 Posted August 21, 2014 It really hit me like a brick when I read that Craig was ill. Now that I hear of his passing, I am deeply saddened. We have lost an icon in the collecting world. My condolences to the family.. May you rest in peace Craig. Stijn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M60 Driver Posted August 21, 2014 Share #155 Posted August 21, 2014 Sorry to hear that Craig finally passed away from his illness. We never met in person although here on the forum, and in a few personal messages, he graciously answered many of my questions regarding field gear. His knowledge was encyclopedic and his generosity in sharing that knowledge unmatched while always maintaining a humble demeanor. Peace to his family, he did them proud. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
artu44 Posted August 22, 2014 Share #156 Posted August 22, 2014 I've returned just yesterday night from holidays in Finland and I've found this shocking news. In this place I had the opportunity to find some brother like Charlie, Robin and you Craig. See you later Craig, after all I'm only one year younger than you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swmdo Posted August 22, 2014 Share #157 Posted August 22, 2014 I am sorry to hear of Craig's passing. May god bless Craig and his family and may he find eternal happiness in the Kingdom of Heaven. With respect. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoovieDude Posted August 23, 2014 Share #158 Posted August 23, 2014 Dang, I'm a bit late on this, but RIP Craig and prayers outbound for his family. Your work in starting this endeavor is appreciated by many. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dustin Posted August 24, 2014 Share #159 Posted August 24, 2014 Craig was part of that old guard which in turn became mentors to others thanks to Gunboards, MCF and then then USMF. It was always a treat on the earlier forums and the founding of the USMF when the community were pounding out age ole details and many times Craig was always a major contributor.....he will be missed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
67Rally Posted August 24, 2014 Share #160 Posted August 24, 2014 Wow...one of the most kind persons on this forum. May God bless his family and friends as they mourn his passing and grieve. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick.s Posted August 25, 2014 Share #161 Posted August 25, 2014 R.I.P. Sir Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
USMCRECON Posted August 26, 2014 Share #162 Posted August 26, 2014 In pace requiescat, Craig. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
USARV72 Posted August 26, 2014 Share #163 Posted August 26, 2014 Condolences to Craig's family. Met him and did some trading back in the early 80's, a fine gentleman. The collecting community has lost one of it's best.RIP Craig. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevelUK Posted August 27, 2014 Share #164 Posted August 27, 2014 Craig Pickrall will be sadly missed by his family and friends and can I join all those from this forum in adding my condolences. His books and knowledgeable contributions to the forum have been of immense help to myself, and I am sure to other collectors of US web gear, here in the United Kingdom. They will remain as his enduring legacy. Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GITom1944 Posted August 28, 2014 Share #165 Posted August 28, 2014 RIP, Craig and condolences to your family and friends. I never knew Craig, but as a co-creator of the forum and an author Craig afforded thousands of collectors and militaria buffs like me the opportunity to view and learn about U.S. gear. A forum like this does not simply spontaneously appear on the web and books don't write themselves. His knowledge, hard work and regard for his fellow collectors have been a gift to us all. Thank you. Tom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neuron Posted August 28, 2014 Share #166 Posted August 28, 2014 One of a kind,RIP. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BOLO Posted August 29, 2014 Share #167 Posted August 29, 2014 he was very helpful on the forum, he will be greatly missed by all, may he rest in peace Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doinworkinvans Posted August 19, 2015 Share #168 Posted August 19, 2015 One year yesterday - RIP Craig - your presence here is missed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patches Posted August 19, 2015 Share #169 Posted August 19, 2015 Indeed, one year ago. I like to think he logs in still now and again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CA Dunlop Posted August 22, 2015 Share #170 Posted August 22, 2015 I would like to thank each and everyone of you for all the kind words you have to say about Craig, he was the BEST and is always with me every step I take. Thank you for being a part of his joy in collecting. I am sure he is still collecting as we speak, hope heaven has more room then our basement did. Thanks again everyone. Charlotte - Mrs. Craig Pickrall Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Earl Posted October 13, 2015 Share #171 Posted October 13, 2015 Belated but Rest in Peace. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
General Apathy Posted March 24, 2017 Share #172 Posted March 24, 2017 . Hi Craig, just saying how much I miss you on this forum, and the private mails we shared, a kindred spirit gone all too soon. Lewis . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
General Apathy Posted March 24, 2017 Share #173 Posted March 24, 2017 . Hi Craig, just saying how much I miss you on this forum, and the private mails we shared, a kindred spirit gone all too soon. Lewis . We often hear that much used phrase ' he will not be forgotten ' hence my previous post just saying I haven't forgotten, I miss the connection both here on the forum and the missing personal mails we shared. Lewis . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CAP 1982 Posted January 25, 2019 Share #174 Posted January 25, 2019 I remember that I can't remember which of the collecting organizations I was a former member, and I voted for you, Craig! More than once. Although I've been a Member of this Forum from the beginning, I haven't had my own way to post or follow; now I do. Plus I'm kinda shy...As I read these great tributes to you, & look at your picture, I know it is my loss not to have asked for your advice about any aspect of our hobby. More importantly, I didn't know you personally. Thank you ? [i'm sorry this is late in coming] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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