Charlton: William G. Craft, 85, of Freeman Rd., formerly of Worcester, passed away on Saturday, Sept. 7th, in UMass Memorial Medical Center, Belmont St. Campus, Worcester, after a long illness.

He leaves his wife of 57 years, Michele J. (Younis) Craft; his two daughters, Melissa Craft of Southbridge and Stacey Lizotte and her husband Andrew of Charlton; his brother, Robert Craft of Meriden, CT; his five grandchildren, Tyler Lizotte, Jake Lizotte and Sydney Lizotte, all of Charlton, Zachary Craft of Millbury and Dakota Craft of Worcester; and many nieces and nephews.  He was predeceased by three brothers, Harold Craft, Gilbert Craft and Allen Craft, his sister-in-law, Beth Craft, a nephew, Charles and a niece, Melinda.  He was born in Worcester the son of Alfred and Elizabeth (Warner) Craft.  Bill served in the US Army from 1961 to 1963.

Bill worked for many years in shipping at J.J. Nissen Bakery Co. in Worcester, retiring several years ago.  Bill loved old cars and enjoyed going to car shows.  He went on to own his dream car a 2002 Ford Thunderbird.  Bill also loved music, especially classic 50's music and classic country music.  In their retirement Bill and Michele loved wintering in Naples, FL.  Bill was always the hit of the party and adored by his nieces and nephews.  Above all was his great love for his grandchildren.

Bill's funeral and burial in North Cemetery, Sturbridge, will be private.  There are no calling hours.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to a charity of your choice that supports mental and social issues for children.