Craig Ninham

Craig (chuckle butt) Ninham, age 74, passed away Saturday, October 25, 2025.

Craig was born on March 1st, 1951 to the late Morris and Colleen (Bowman) Ninham. Craig was united in marriage to Shirley Metoxen. She preceded him in death on June 25, 2016.

He enjoyed spending time with family, telling his spontaneous stories, and telling his jokes. Craig loved going on road trips and listening to county music. Craig always made everyone feel loved and welcomed, with his contagious smile and his warming heart, making you never feel judged.

He is survived by children: Dawn Ninham and Craig Ninham; Step-children: Caroline Padilla, Gail Padilla, Simone DeCoteau, David DeCoteau; Grandchildren: Rachel (Denzel) Inge, Monique Inge, Stephanie (Deontae) Inge, Alex White, Gabby White, Cano (Yuli) Padilla, Izaiah Padilla, Lauren, Forrest Hill, Jesus, Ariel, Ashley, Amanda, and Blair DeCoteau; 19 great- grandchildren; Sister: Janet (John) Hill; Brother: Robert Ninham, Allen Ninham, and Kenneth (Flo) Ninham.

Preceded in death by daughter: Tracie Ninham; Sisters: Yvonne, Carrol, and Sharon; Brothers: Maurice, Gerald, Dennis, and Bruce; Brother-in-law: George Mohawk, John Lusiak, Mike Rudesill; Sister-in-law: Violet Ninham; and Nephews: David Ninham and Darrell Ninham.

A private family burial will take place at the Oneida United Methodist Church Cemetery.

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