David Eugene Craven

David Craven, 64, passed away on Thursday, March 27, 2025, at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center.

David Eugene Craven was born on April 13, 1960, to Clotus and Linda Furrow Craven. He was one of many children in a large family. David loved the outdoors, spending time outside camping and fishing as often as he could. He was also interested in collecting arrow heads, and in his later years, became an avid learner of astrology. David was especially interested in studying the Lord’s word. He loved reading the Bible and discussing various teachings with his children. He was passionate about his family, namely his grandchildren. David was a big lover of music, classic rock being his ultimate genre of choice.

In addition to his parents, David is preceded in death by his brothers, Craig Sparks, Stephen Sparks, Michael Craven and Terry Sparks. He was also preceded in death by his precious granddaughter, Ivy Hill.

David is survived by his loving children: Josh Craven of Randleman, Chris Craven (Le Anna) of Greensboro, Angel Bryant (Jesse) of Asheboro, Carol Craven (Chuck) of Roanoke, VA, James Craven of Randleman, and Catylyn Craven of Climax. He is additionally survived by 8 grandchildren, sisters, Nancy Holmes (Donald) of Greensboro, Liza Gallagher (Brian) of Roswell, GA, brother, Kenneth Craven (Tammy) of Reidsville, and sister, Sherri Boyd (Bob) of Pulaski, VA.

The family will receive friends on Friday, April 4, 2025 from 1:00-2:00pm at Pugh Funeral Home in Randleman, 600 S. Main St. Randleman, NC 27317. David’s funeral service will follow at 2:00pm, concluding with burial at New Hope Memorial Gardens.

Pugh Funeral Home in Randleman is honored to be serving the Craven family during this time.