Craig A. Short

Craig Short, age 74 of Northlake; beloved husband of 46 years to Janice; devoted father of Emily (Ed) Sokasits and Stephanie (Darrick) Chen; loving Papa of Natalie, Frank, George and Josephine.

Craig grew up on Laramie in Chicago. He was an only child who found joy with the best neighborhood buddies or his dog. He graduated from Austin High School in 1968 and joined the “Up With People” singing group. He began his career with the post office.

Craig met Janice at a wedding celebration. With a short engagement and wonderful wedding, the happy couple purchased their family home. Together they were blessed with two daughters, who were raised with traditional family values, humor and love.

Craig “Popcorn” Short was an award-winning Medinah Shrine Clown, a noted member of the Midwest Clown association and inducted into the Clown Hall of Fame in 1998. He enjoyed sharing his love of clowning with the local Girl Scouts and the Triton Trouper Circus.

Craig had pride in always being able to deliver by the mail, the punchline or the set up. Loved by family and so many friends, we will miss you and take comfort knowing that you are reunited with those who have gone before you.
In lieu of flowers donations to Shriner’s Hospital for Children, 2211 N. Oak Park Ave, Chicago, 60707 appreciated.