Mourning the Sudden Passing of Lacey Craig
It is with deep sorrow that we share that our beloved sister, Lacey Craig, has passed away following a brief battle with Stage 4 ovarian cancer. As a part of the Lifelong Learning team, Lacey devoted herself to the Doctor of Ministry program, its faculty, and its students.
Dr. Ellen Marmon, former Director of the DMin program, says of Lacey, “I’ve never known anyone more committed to excellence because what we did as a team was a ministry. She kept the students at the forefront of everything she did and her desire to honor God in the process.”
Dr. David Gyertson, Interim President of Asbury Seminary, says of Lacey, “Lacey’s diligent and dedicated ministry to our Doctor of Ministry program and students provided the framework that allowed God to bless and multiply the Seminary’s success.”
Lacey was a beloved wife to Erick, an attentive and loving daughter, and a wonderful member of our Asbury Seminary community. It was evident to all who knew her that she loved Jesus deeply, as well as Asbury Seminary and its work to “bring the whole Bible to the whole world.” We will mourn our sister greatly while knowing that to be absent in the body is to be present with the Lord.
We ask for your prayers for her family, especially for her husband Erick.
Obituary
Lacey Craig, age 46, of Killbuck, Ohio expired July 5th, 2024 in Lexington, Kentucky with immediate family at her side, following a courageous battle with stage 4 ovarian cancer.
Lacey was born December 14th, 1977 in Millersburg, Ohio and was the daughter of Gary Lee and Mary Ellen (Martin) Wagers. On October 3rd, 2009 in Colorado Springs, Colorado she married Erick Craig and he survives.
Lacey was a graduate of West Holmes High School. She received a Bachelor’s Degree in English from Grove City College and completed 2 years at King’s Bible College in Colorado. She previously worked for Focus on the Family and from 2011 to 2024 worked at Asbury Theological Seminary as a Coordinator for the Doctor of Ministry Program. She was a member of Woodman Road Free Will Baptist Church in Colorado and also Emmanuel Baptist Church in Lexington, Kentucky. In her younger years she was involved in 4-H and loved playing in the high school band. She was also an officer in her college’s marching band. Lacey was a loving wife and an ardent follower of Jesus Christ. She enjoyed reading her Bible, making cards, being outdoors, and spending time with her family.
Surviving in addition to her husband Erick of 14 and 3/4 years is her mother, Mary Wagers of Killbuck; her brother, Hutch Wagers and his son, Brayden, her brother, Quint (Brittany) Wagers and their sons, Kolston & Easton, and former sister-in-law, Bambi (Ryan) McDonald of Missouri.
She was preceded in death by her father, Gary and brother, Scott Wagers.
Lacey was an amazing young lady! During my time at ATS working on my DMin. from 2014-17 she always had a smile, was always willing to help and did everything she could to encourage and support the students and faculty. I know she will be missed by many. Praying for her family and friends!
I feel deeply saddened to learn of the demise of Lacey. Such a kind hearted person who was patient with all Dmin students, even people like us who were not very conversant with living in the West. RiP Lacey Craig
Oh! No! Lacey was a very committed servant both to the students and faculty! Her genuine smile and support will be highly missed! RIP
I agree with you Simon!
With deep sadness, I read the note that dear Lacey has passed away. This is difficult news and I will miss her, as she has been such an essential part of the DMin-program. Her support, warm smile, and great personality will be missed deeply.
My heart breaks over this news! When I was in the D. Min. program she was so helpful, grace filled, and joyful! I’m not sure I would have made it across the finish line without her help and encouragement. Her family will be in my prayers.