Craig D. Hallett
Posted By Ballard Sunder Funeral Home On November 5, 2021 @ 3:44 pm In 2021,Obituaries | 23 Comments
Craig D. Hallett, age 68, of Shakopee, MN, passed peacefully the early morning of Thursday, November 4, 2021, at Emerald Crest Assisted Living, in Burnsville, MN.
A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, November 13, 2021 at 11:00 AM, with a time of gathering from 10:00 – 11:00 AM, both at Ballard-Sunder Funeral & Cremation, 833 South Marschall Road, Shakopee. Craig will be laid to rest at the Shakopee Catholic Cemetery.
Craig’s service will be streamed at the following link: Craig Hallett Service (Meeting ID: 847 9600 7514 / Passcode: 496367).
Richard and Margie (Nothem) Hallett announced the birth of Craig Donald, who was born on May 23, 1953, in Le Mars, IA. He was the fourth of seven children in the Hallett family: Mike, Patty, Mark, Craig, Dick, Kris and Lisa. Craig lived in Remsen, IA until the age of four, before the family moved to Spencer, IA, where he remained for decades. As a young boy, Craig would tag along with his father and be his helper building homes. He loved carpentry! Craig attended Sacred Heart Catholic School through the eighth grade. He then attended Spencer High School, where he enjoyed playing basketball, participating in track, cross country, and golf, which became a lifelong passion.
After graduating from high school in 1971, Craig eventually went into the masonry business with his younger brother Dick Jr for many years. Life was enriched for Craig marrying Nancy Jane Loutsch on May 21, 1977, in Le Mars, IA. During the time in Spencer, they built two homes and welcomed three precious children, Heidi, Chad, and Tyler. In 1986, the Hallett family moved north to Shakopee, MN. Craig continued working in the housing market building homes, selling real estate, and eventually truly found his passion in home inspection. For 23 years, Craig and Nancy owned and operated C and N Home Inspections. He loved his job and did it well! Craig loved helping people find the right home for them. He loved telling them all about the mechanics of the home.
Besides his career, Craig’s other passion in life was family. The Hallett’s enjoyed vacations fishing, exploring the Black Hills, Colorado, and Disneyland. Craig and Nancy purchased a boat and as a family enjoyed skiing, swimming, and fishing. As a couple, they spent countless hours manicuring their yard, working in the garden, and remodeling their home. Craig and Nancy loved cooking together, with him being a master grill chef. His life was enriched again becoming a grandpa. Craig was an active grandpa and loved to spoil them! He enjoyed the precious times being outside taking them to the park, playing on the play set and shooting hoops. Craig loved playing board games and ping pong with them too.
Craig loved the simple things in life. He was an avid golf watcher, enjoyed listening to the Minnesota Twins and occasionally the Vikings. Craig remained a true supporter and fan of the Iowa Hawkeye’s. He loved his home and just being home surrounded by family. Craig was committed staying connected with his siblings and their families and events. Craig loved gardening, watching the flight of an eagle, and enjoying natures beauty. He was patriotic, remained knowledgeable on current events and loved the companionship of man’s best friend…his dogs.
Craig Donald Hallett was honest, fair, kind, and soft hearted. He was always happy and loved seeing others laughing. In October of 2020, Craig was diagnosed with Glioblastoma. He fought a valiant fight. Craig will be forever loved and deeply missed by wife, Nancy; children, Heidi (Charlie) Bohn, Chad (Lindsey) Hallett, Tyler Hallett; grandchildren, Cody Bohn, Joey Bohn, Lewis Hallett, Hannah Hallett, Harper Hallett; siblings, Patty (Russ) Valentine, Mark (Sue) Hallett, Richard Hallett Jr, Kris (Jerry) Illg, Lisa (Brad) Baxter; other loving relatives and friends.
Greeting Craig in Heaven are his parents, Richard Sr and Margie, brother, Michael Hallett, and sister-in-law, Sheri Hallett.
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My deepest sympathies to all of you on loosing your Craig !
Kris , Jerry and Dick my heart is with you ! Praying for peace in everyone’s heart ! Sending my love !
RIP Craig
Rest in peace my friend
Aunt Nancy and Heidi, Chad, Tyler your in my thoughts ❤️.. Uncle Craig was a wonderful man and will be missed.
Nancy, Heidi, Chad and Tyler, I remember the first time I met your Dad at the Hallett’s Christmas gathering he was very welcoming , genuine, and fun to be around. Over the past 23 years whenever we got together he would have a smile on his face and his easy going attitude would always be nice to be around. He would catch us up on the new things his grandkids were doing and be interested in what was going on in our lives. Heaven gained a good man that will truly be missed. Until next time my friend.
My sincere condolences to you and your family.
Aunt Nancy, Heidi, Chad and Tyler, I am so very sorry for your loss. Sending you hugs and prayers. Uncle Craig was a wonderful man and will be missed. ❤️ Love, Therese Comery
Nancy and all
I’m so very sorry to hear about Craig, I heard he was at our 50th reunion for High School on Fri night, but didn’t get to see him, he left early. I felt saddened because he and my brother were so close and he sent the nicest email to me after my brother passed. I would have loved to have seen him! I sent a email after the reunion and he explained why he couldn’t stay. I totally understood but would have LOVED to have seen him, once again. May God wrap his arms around you all and give you peace. he will be missed!
Nancy, Heidi, Chad and Tyler. Words cannot express how very sorry we are to hear of Craig’s passing. Please know that we extend our deepest sympathies . Thinking of you all.
My deepest sympathy on the loss of Craig. I have been praying for Craig and all of you over the last year and will continue to do so as you grieve the loss of a great brother, husband, dad, grandpa, and friend. Treasure the shared memories you have made and may they bring you comfort and peace.
Our deepest sympathy Nancy, Heidi, Chad, Tyler and spouses and dear grandchildren. It’s hard to imagine Craig gone from this earth. He will be missed by many I am sure, but we have some good memories of the times we spent with him and your family Nancy. Again our deepest sympathy. Linda and Craig Walter
Wow this is one condolence that we never thought we would have to leave. Nancy, Heidi, Chad and tyler, we are sincerely so sorry for your loss. I can only imagine what a great grandfather he must have been and enjoyed those little lives every day. He was a good guy and will be missed greatly by all who knew him. God bless you now and in the future. Seems so unreal that he has left us. Our deep felt sympathy. Craig and Linda Walter
just now read about craig=GOD BLESS CRAIG and your family so sorry……………
It is with much sadness that I read of Craig’s passing. I ran cross country and track in Spencer with Craig and became close friends. As life seems to do so often, we lost touch. My deepest sympathies to all of his family and may God comfort you all. Godspeed my friend
Nancy and family
So sad to hear of Craig’s passing. My heart goes out to you and your family. Many fond memories of days gone by. God bless
Deb Brune
I have a lot of great memories from Craig and Nancy. I’ll miss him and never forget how much fun we all had together. I’m very sorry for your loss.
So sorry to hear of Craig’s passing. He was a great guy! Condolences to Nancy and the the family. May he rest in peace.
So sorry to hear about Craig’s passing, it’s been a long time, but I am thinking of you and your family thru this difficult time.
Sincerely, Betty Lee
Sorry to hear. I had not seen Craig for many years but he was always happy and kind hearted. Condolences to the family.
Nancy, Heidi, Chad & Tyler,
So very sorry to hear that Craig passed away. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God bring you comfort and peace and may your memories bring a smile to your face.
Our deepest sympathy
Nancy and Hallett family-We are so sorry to hear of Craig’s passing. Nancy-always enjoyed seeing you at Fareway and was so sad when you left Spencer. Hallett family was always part of Spencer and Sacred Heart parish family. May Craig rest in peace and keeping the rest of the family in our prayers.
Nancy and family, our thoughts are with all of you, Craig’s spirit and love will live on in each and every one of you! Craig was a special man and will be missed by many. We wish we could be there in person to celebrate Craig’s life with you. Hugs to you!
Nancy Mark Dick and Hallett family so sorry to hear of Craig passing away always enjoyed my time with Craig and each of you. Think of your family often William (Billy) Combs Mesa Arizona
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With great sadness I offer my condolences to Nancy and family. RIP my ol’e fishing pal