D.F. Moore Craig, Esq. Obituary (1937 - 2022)

Mr. D. F. Moore Craig, 84, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on January 27, 2022 only 10 days after receiving an unexpected cancer diagnosis. A proud New Jerseyan, Mr. Craig was born in Glen Ridge, grew up in Montclair and graduated from Montclair College High School with the Class of 1955. Moore achieved the rank of Eagle Scout while with BSA Troop 12 in Montclair. He attended Wesleyan University (CT) where he played football and received his Undergraduate before going on to Rutgers University where he received his Law Degree. Admitted to the bar in 1962, Moore was passionate about the legal system. He began his career with a firm in Newark before branching out on his own as a Solo Practitioner in West Caldwell, where he worked up until just 2 weeks before his passing. Mr. Craig was a strong supporter and advocate for the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence. He served briefly as Interim President; then as Chairman of the Board of Trustees at Bloomfield College for 10 years. Moore also served on the Board of Annin Flag for many years. His children remember Moore as a gentle, compassionate, and gregarious man. He was lovingly referred to as the "Big Guy". He was a role model to his children and grandchildren and encouraged them to pursue excellence in all aspects of their life. Moore had a passion for traveling and was a voracious reader. He loved music, sailing, spending time in the garden and was a huge sports fan. He was generous with his time, loved telling stories and always remained curious about life. As a first generation Irish-American, Moore was incredibly proud of his Northern Irish heritage. He was predeceased by his wife, Paula (nee Galorenzo) Craig and son, David Whitney Craig. Mr. Craig is survived by his loving children, Cynthia Jean Craig-Wolter (Kai Wolter), Diane Elizabeth Craig and Rachel Galorenzo Craig (Andrew Pattison); cherished grandchildren, Sven Frederick Wolter, Derek Craig Wolter, Elizabeth Craig Webb and Luca Wilder Pattison; and his sister, Maureen Smart. The family is waiting until the weather is warmer so friends and loved ones can travel and gather (safely) to celebrate the life of Moore Craig. Donations to the charity of your choice in Moore's memory would be greatly appreciated. Condolences may be left at www.proutfuneralhome.com.