Craig E. Kaney, 74, of Wittenberg, WI, passed away on Sunday January 15, 2023 following an extended illness. He was born on July 31,1948 in Freeport Illinois to Leo Kaney and Charlotte Kaney (Felts). He graduated from Freeport High School in 1966, and received a degree in Education from Carthage College in Kenosha WI. After several years of teaching Phy Ed and Coaching, he acquired his Master's Degree in Education from Illinois State University, Bloomington, transitioning his career to Administration in public education, and eventually retiring from his position as principal of Wittenberg-Birnamwood High School in 2008.

He was enthusiastic to learn, engaging in many hobbies and interests that would take him outdoors and on road trips, or find him at home in the garden and in the workshop where his woodworking skills left a legacy of beautiful pieces.

Craig was dedicated to his family and thoroughly enjoyed his role as Grandpa to his seven beautiful grandchildren (aka- his rugrats!). Craig married his sweetheart from college, Nancy Hilden, on August 1, 1970 in Madison, Wisconsin.

Craig is survived by his wife, his sons, Jared (Melissa) Kaney, Greenville, NC, Joshua (Jenny) Kaney, Camiguin Island, Philippines, Justin (Tina) Kaney, Laporte, MN; grandchildren Kaden and Kaylee Kaney, Abbie, Mayumi and Maxwell Kaney, and Forrest and Cody Kaney; His brother, Gary (Cecilia) Kaney. He is also survived by his brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, infant brother, infant son Jason, and his aunts and uncles. A private service will be held by the family.

Mid Wisconsin Cremation Society is assisting family at this time.  Online condolences my be shared at www.MWCS.WS