Craig N. Flener, 70, of Wooster passed away peacefully on March 4, 2025, at Hospice House of Hampton Roads in Virginia Beach, VA.
He was born in Wooster on October 23, 1954, to Noble and Opal Flener.
Craig worked as a mechanic for many years and had a passion for cars. He was a 1973 graduate of Waynedale High School/The Wayne County Schools Career Center. He enjoyed attending events at the Wayne County Speedway and other dirt track races. Even after moving to Virginia, he found ways to watch the races on his iPad. He loved spending time in his garage and welcoming friends and neighbors who stopped by to say hello. Always willing to lend a hand, he helped many get their vehicles back on the road. Saturday morning breakfast with his friends was particularly special to him.
He is survived by his daughter Christy of Virginia Beach, VA.
He is preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Sharon.
Services will be held at a later date.
McIntire, Bradham & Sleek Funeral Home, 216 E. Larwill St., Wooster is assisting the family.
Condolences to all of you. Christy I’m so sorry for your loss and I’m praying for your family . I’m a phone call away if you ever need to talk. Thanks for letting me be a part of his life. I appreciate that. His smile will forever be missed Libby
So sorry that your dad passed. He was a special person. I’m thankful I got to speak to him recently. He was as upbeat as usual. Thank you for keeping me informed.
Sorry for your loss Christy your dad was such a sweet guy. Your dad will be truly missed. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
So sorry for your loss Christy. Your dad and I had a lot of fun together when we were young. He was a great guy.
Sorry for your loss. Craig was a super nice guy. He had great knowledge about vehicles. He will be missed by many. RIP friend.🏎🚦⚙️🔩🪛🔧
Peace at last for a great guy! Craig cared for his mother until her death. He was blessed and cared for by daughter Christy’s, TLC. We will miss him, greatest mechanic for our #16 Race Team!
Christy, so sorry to hear of your loss. He was a great person. So glad he was near you. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love you.
Sorry to hear Craig passed away I have good memories of my cousin
So sorry to hear this .Craig was a good guy that would help you out when you needed it .
Thoughts and prayers for everyone .RIP Craig
Kristi, So Sorry to hear of Craig’s passing. He was a dear man and loved by everyone he met.
So sorry for your loss Christy. We sure loved your dad, he will be missed.
Craig was one of the nicest guys in the Waynedale. He always treated me with respect. I’m sad to hear of his passing. Condolences to all for your loss.
So sorry for your loss. Your dad was a great classmate!
So sorry for your loss I always enjoyed seeing and talking to your grandma and dad when he brought her to the Apple Creek office. Thoughts and prayers 🙏🏼
Your grandma and your dad were our neighbors. My brother Rex and I grew up on Kountz Dr. Your dad always made sure his mom Opal was taken care of. I cut your grandma and your dad’s hair before Opal died and Craig moved to Va. Your dad was a very nice person. You have our condolences.
So sorry for your loss.Craig was a good guy. He took me for a ride in
his road runner. It was exciting. Then we went in my 340 Dart . He drove. That was also exciting. He was really good with cars. Uncle Nob and Craig kept my Ford lovin Dad from disowning me I’ll miss him.