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To Honor and Celebrate the Life of Philip Alan Craig and Extend Sincere Condolences to his Family and Friends on the Occasion of his Passing on Sunday, June 25th, 2017
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WHEREAS, born in Lorain, Ohio on April 22, 1953, Philip Alan Craig, passed away on Sunday, June 25, 2017 at his home in Liberty Township, Ohio; and
WHEREAS, a graduate of The Ohio State University, Phil began his professional career as a social worker, and transitioned into the field of government relations. Phil quickly established himself as a leader and innovator, opening his own firm at age 24 when he started the Craig Group in 1990 where he served as President for nearly twenty years. The Craig Group went on to become the fourth largest public relations firm in Central Ohio; and
WHEREAS, Phil has managed a multitude of successful political and private interest campaigns, building on strong, significant reputation in diverse fields of expertise and served as the Executive Director for several reputable trade associations; and
WHEREAS, Phil had a warm personality, beloved by many and has many close friends and colleagues who will miss his kindness and infectious laugh. The better you knew him, the more you liked him; now, therefore
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS:
That this council does honor, recognize, and celebrate the life of Philip Alan Craig and extend our sincere condolences to his family and friends on the occasion of his passing on Sunday, June 25th, 2017.