Craig Hillyard

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Craig Hillyard

October 13, 1973 - March 27, 2024

Craig Mark Hillyard, born on October 13th, 1973, in England, peacefully passed away on March 27th, 2023, at the age of 50.

He was the beloved son of Graham and Sheila, cherished brother of Anita, Bussel, Paul and Andrew, and a devoted father to Emily, Bridget, and Winston Hillyard. Craig also held a special place as a brother to Andrew and uncle to Natellie and Louise. Loving nephew of Pearl and Chris, and cousin to Susan, Jimmy, Tina, and Carl. He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Bridget, William, and Dorris.

Craig's memory will live on in the hearts of his family and friends. His life was characterized by a passion for chess, computers, and his service in the UK Territorial Army. He found joy in spending time with his family, camping in the great outdoors, and engaging in lively conversations with friends around a campfire or on his ham radio, identified as Ki5AXY.

His absence leaves a void, but the warmth of his presence and the memories shared will forever remain with those who had the privilege of knowing him.

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Paul J. Hill
Beebe, AR
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Tuesday, April 23, 2024

I only just found out of your passing today. I will miss your Keen sense of humor and your commitment to developing Arkansas chess. You are a blessing and you will be missed.

Sean Kubin
Cabot, AR
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Monday, April 15, 2024

You will be missed on many levels. As a friend, mentor, brother in Christ and as a impossibly good chess player. You left the world better than you found it, our world is a little more gray with your absence.

Anita hillyard
McAlester, OK
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Sunday, April 7, 2024

My little brother why did you leave me like that i love you and miss you so much lots of love your big sister Anita xxxxxxx