Died Wednesday, July 7, 2021 at home
Craig was born November 15, 1970 in Davenport, Iowa to Rick and Mary 'Waller' Harbaugh. Growing up he lived in Davenport, Grand Island and Kearney. He graduated from Kearney Catholic High School in 1989 and the University of Nebraska at Kearney in 1994. He moved to Fremont and starting in 1998 was a Deputy Sheriff with the Dodge County Sheriff's Department and was later promoted to Investigator.
Craig loved watching and attending Husker Football games. In his spare time he also loved to hunt and fish.
Craig is survived by his daughter Sydney of Peoria, IL., son Gage of Fremont, parents Rick and Mary Harbaugh of Loup City, sister Shawna (Travis) Stump, and nieces Michaela and Gabby of Grand Island.
Closed casket visitation will be Wednesday, July 14, 2021 at the Ludvigsen Mortuary Chapel from 3-8pm with the family present from 6-8pm. The funeral will be 10am, Thursday, July 15, 2021 at First Lutheran Church in Fremont. Light refreshments will follow in Delaney Hall at St. Patrick's Catholic Church. A private family burial will be held later. Memorials may be directed to the family.
Online guestbook at www.Ludvigsenmortuary.com
Condolences(12)
jason witzel
madison, NE Saturday, July 17, 2021 I work as a police officer for a small town in Dodge County-Craig always offered me assistance if i needed it and did help me on several calls. I always appreciated his help and he will be missed.Amy Oetter
Omaha, NE Thursday, July 15, 2021 Craig,You were a loyal friend, a phenomenal father and a dedicated family man. Your big smile will be missed along with that raspy voice that could easily fill a room. My heart goes out to your family and friends.
You will be missed.
Godspeed brother.
Kirk and Rondi Cundall
Lolo, MT Thursday, July 15, 2021 We are so very sorry for your loss and extremely sad that we were unable to be there to support all of you during your time of need. Gage and Sydney, we hope that you will always remember your father with the warmest of memories. He had a huge heart and loved you both dearly. Always hold your heads up high. Rick and Mary, we can't begin to know what you are going through and our hearts truly hurt for you. Shawna, he loved his little sister dearly.Caren Lillie
Fremont, NE Wednesday, July 14, 2021 Sydney, Gage and the Day family… My thoughts and prayers are with you all in the loss of your dad and family member. May Gods presence be felt, and His Love for us comfort each of you as you go through this difficult time.Caren Lillie
Kristi Hanke
Omaha, NE Wednesday, July 14, 2021 So sorry to hear about the loss of Craig. Thinking of his family during this difficult time.JoAnn Johnson
Kearney, NE Wednesday, July 14, 2021 So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. My God be with you at this time and in the future days ahead.jill bell
Omaha, NE Wednesday, July 14, 2021 Gage and Sydney and the Day family: I'm sorry for the loss of Craig. Was obviously very unexpected.Jeff & Candy (Reinke) Kreutzer
Kearney, NE Wednesday, July 14, 2021 Our hearts are full of sadness. He always had a smile on his face. I will never forget his humor and laughter he gave to our class. He will be truly missed. You all our in our hearts and prayers. Love, hugs and prayers to you all. God Bless.Rae Mae Fulton
Columbus, NE Tuesday, July 13, 2021 So sorry. Words are not enough to ease the sadness of losing someone so important to you.Troy and Amy Stump
Kearney, NE Tuesday, July 13, 2021 Our hearts are filled with sadness and deep heart ache for you all. Craig’s smile and infectious laughter will forever be ingrained in our memory. We love you.Troy and Amy Stump.
Kim & Sheryl Marco
Grand Island, NE Tuesday, July 13, 2021 Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God grant you peace and grace during this time of loss.Tom and Michelle Barker
Port Charlotte, FL Monday, July 12, 2021 Praying God provides comfort and peace. Godspeed Craig, you will be missed. Tom, Michelle and Seth Barker