James William Craig Sr., age 87, of Joplin, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, at his residence. Born on July 31, 1937, to Chester and Mildred (Reece) Craig in Dayton, Ohio.

Survivors include 14 children, Cathy Craig, Milly (P.A) Mcintosh, James W. Craig (Sheila) Jr., Jamie (Roszitta) Craig, Timothy (Angie) Craig, Wanda (John) Drake, Amy (Darren) Wagster, Peggy (Bud) Scott, Tina (Shannon) Thomas, Angel Craig, Daniel (Megan) Craig, Adam Craig, Julie (Kitt) Gough, and Nancy (Danny) Perez; and many grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Arrangements are under the direction of White Funeral Home and Crematory.