Dawn B. Craddock

November 28, 1935 - January 11, 2026

Dawn B. Craddock, 90, of  Browns Mills, NJ, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 11, 2026 at Virtua Hospital Mount Holly, surrounded by her loving family.

Born in Trenton, NJ, she was a lifelong area resident who made her home in Browns Mills from the 1950s on. For many years, she was employed by the Pemberton School District, where she served faithfully as a bus aide and took great pride in her work with the children in her care. In her free time, she enjoyed trips to the Jersey Shore, especially strolling the boardwalk and taking in the simple joys of the rides and seaside atmosphere. Above all else, she cherished the time spent with her family, which always brought her the greatest happiness.

Predeceased by her parents,   Stephen Bertha (Bodolosky) Katona; her husband Allan Craddock, Sr.; and her children, Darline, Craddock, Loretta, Craddock, Victoria Edwards, Stephen Craddock and Allan Craddock, Jr.; and four brothers;  She is survived by her children, Barbara Craddock, Virginia (Mike) Hill, Diana Applegate, and John P. Craddock; many grandchildren, many great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and dear friends.

Visitation for family and friends will be held Saturday, January 17, 2026 from 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. at the Buklad-Merlino Memorial Home, 2141 South Broad Street, Hamilton, NJ.

A Prayer Service will begin at 11:00 a.m.

Burial will follow in Colonial Memorial Home, Hamilton, NJ.

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