Craig Allen Blamires Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Craig Allen Blamires -- beloved husband, father, and grandfather -- died while surrounded by his family on Sunday, March 28, 2021 at age 67. Craig was born July 16, 1953 in Salt Lake City as the first child to Melvin Cottrell and Barbara Jean Dumke Blamires. He was raised in Farmington, Utah and graduated from Davis High School in Kaysville, Utah in 1971 where he was active with wrestling and an instructor in the school karate club. Craig was passionate about medicine and wanted to be a doctor from a young age. He was a bright student. He studied health courses as part of his high school and college education before enlisting in the US Air Force to train as a medical services specialist. He served two years active duty and many years following in the Air Force Reserve and Army Reserve. Craig moved back to Salt Lake City, Utah to work as a nurse after his military service where he met his sweetheart, Sandra Lee Hansen. Craig and Sandra were married on June 25, 1985 and later sealed together in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Salt Lake Temple on February 14, 1987. Soon after, they moved to Texas for Craig’s studies at Texas Chiropractic College in Pasadena. Craig passed the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners in 1991, fulfilling his childhood goal of becoming a doctor. He and his family moved again to Utah where Craig began -- and since has had -- a successful practice in Chiropractic medicine. Craig was a beloved mentor and guide to young men in Boy Scouts with lasting impact on many of the young men he served. He enjoyed serving in many leadership roles such as scout master and OA chapter adviser and he enjoyed serving at many National Jamborees. He received many recognitions and awards for his service. Craig was also an avid explorer of the outdoors and an experienced outdoorsman. He camped and backpacked frequently with his family across northern and southern Utah and would camp outdoors in all seasons. He taught his children to also love and care for the outdoors. His family loved to sit with him in front of the campfire as he shared outrageous stories about fictional characters or simple stories reflecting important life lessons. Craig was a lifelong member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, serving in many callings. He reflected love and selflessness and he taught his children to serve others. One of his favorite ways of showing kindness was to leave surprise, anonymous gifts and treats at the homes of friends and the needy. He loved to make those around him laugh and smile. Craig is survived by his wife, Sandra; 5 children - Beau, Eric (Sarah), Julie (Martin) McGraw, Neil (Jenna), and Ethan; 2 siblings - Scott (Maria) Blamires and Christina Durfee; 15 grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. He is preceded in death by his parents, his sister, Tamara, and his son, Jesse (Kim) Blamires. A viewing will be held from 9:00 to 9:45 AM MT on Monday, April 5, 2021. Funeral service will follow at 10 AM. Graveside service and military rites will follow at approximately 11:30 AM. Funeral services will also be live streamed via Zoom at the following link: https://zoom.us/j/98188721751?pwd=Q09PVkVKeW95bEZVL1N3a2l4Vi93QT09 Viewing and Funeral Services Riverton Brookwood Ward 11970 S 1900 W, Riverton, UT 84065 Interment Utah Veterans Cemetery & Memorial Park 17111 South Camp Williams Road Bluffdale, UT 84065 Friends who wish to send flowers may send to the location of funeral services at 11970 S 1900 W, Riverton, UT 84065 the day of the service between 8 AM and 9 AM. The family would like to especially thank the US Air Force Military Final Honors Team and the American Legion District 8 Honor Guard.

Craig Allen Blamires

July 16, 1953 - March 28, 2021