Craig was born and raised in Bowling Green, KY to Nancy Hudson-Reed & Hershal Hayes on August 10th ,1965. Craig attended Warren Central High School , where he later ventured to Finish job Corp and became a professional painter Helping the community of warren & surrounding counties with it's beautification projects.

Craig was a man of faith, humor and courage. Craig loved, family, friends, traveling and trying new things. Craig became a well loved member of every community he lived in. Craig knew someone within a 100 mile radius all around, that was quick to lend a hand if he called.

Craig was a caring, loving man, that would help any and everyone in need and offered a joke on the side. ..

Craig never had children of his own but sure cherished his fur babies Knight and Shera as if they were. He also was a beloved uncle to many.

Bright and early Wednesday morning April 2nd, 2025, Craig transitioned peacefully to his resting place, joining those passed before him; his parents Nancy Hudson & Hershal Hayes. His siblings Patsy Reed, Charlene Reed, Reginald Reed, Alee Reed Jr.(June Bug), Belinda Reed , Tommy Hayes; ( Love of his Life) Karen Stevens.

He leaves to cherish his loving memories:

(Sisters)Earline Reed, Setorias Reed-Hampton,(Brother) Glenn Taylor, Several Aunts and Uncles, a host of Nieces, Nephews and friends.