Brian passed away January 17, 2020 at McLaren Bay Region at the age of 51 years. He was born on February 29, 1968 in Bay City to the late Gerald and Marie (Knoellinger) Johnroe. Brian worked as a laborer for LIUNA Local 1098 and enjoyed being a member. He was known as a very giving person and enjoyed helping others.
Surviving is his son, Lee William Cruize Craddock; brothers and sisters, Linda (Keith G.) Perry, Gerald (Sherry) Johnroe, Lori Johnroe, Janet (Thomas) Wendt, Kathy Reid and Michael (Dorothy) Johnroe; many nieces and nephews and took great pride in being a father figure to, Heidi Johnroe, Jamye Davidson, Miranda Baker, Melissa Kerr, Frankie Grant, Louie Courier and Brian Courier. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his brother, David J. Johnroe.
Cremation has taken place; the family will greet friends at the Gephart Funeral Home on Friday, January 24, 2020 from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. A private memorial service will take place at a later date. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to make a memorial contribution to the wishes of the family. For online condolences
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