Craig M. Giese Sr., age 68 of Marquette, passed away on Tuesday, September 10, 2019 at Ripon Medical Center.

A memorial gathering for Craig will be held on Friday, September 20, at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, W3377 Main St., Manchester, from 9 a.m. until the time of the memorial service at 11 a.m. with Rev. Michael Plagenz officiating.

Craig was born May 16, 1951 in Beaver Dam to Merwin and Myrtle (Hanneman) Giese. On May 19, 1979 Craig was united in marriage to Susan Kohn. Craig was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Marquette. He was an avid outdoorsman having enjoyed hunting and fishing. Craig also spent much of his free time tending to his garden, feeding the birds, reading, playing Solitaire, and helping others.

Craig is survived by his beloved wife, Sue Giese of Marquette; children, Sue (Kevin) Beske of Markesan, Craig (Trina) Giese Jr. of Markesan, Timothy (Linda) Giese of Marquette, and Shelly (Kedley) Giese of Fitchburg; grandchildren, Cassi, Sierra, Seth, and Theo; mother, Myrtle Giese of Ripon; and further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his father; first wife, Claudia Giese; and other relatives.

A memorial in Craig's name will be established by the family.

Cornerstone Funeral & Cremation Services, 181 S. Main St., Markesan is honored to be serving the family.