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Craig Ninham

Craig (Chuckle Butt) Ninham, age 74, passed away Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025.

Craig was born March 1, 1951, to the late Morris and Colleen (Bowman) Ninham. Craig was united in marriage to Shirley Metoxen. She preceded him in death on June 25, 2016.

He enjoyed spending time with family, telling his spontaneous stories and telling his jokes. Craig loved going on road trips and listening to county music. Craig always made everyone feel loved and welcomed, with his contagious smile and his warming heart, making you never feel judged.

He is survived by children, Dawn Ninham and Craig Ninham; stepchildren, Caroline Padilla, Gail Padilla, Simone DeCoteau, David DeCoteau; grandchildren, Rachel (Denzel) Inge, Monique Inge, Stephanie (Deontae) Inge, Alex White, Gabby White, Cano (Yuli) Padilla, Izaiah Padilla, Lauren, Forrest Hill, Jesus, Ariel, Ashley, Amanda and Blair DeCoteau; 19 great-grandchildren; sister, Janet (John) Hill; brothers, Robert Ninham, Allen Ninham and Kenneth (Flo) Ninham.

He was preceded in death by daughter, Tracie Ninham; sisters, Yvonne, Carrol and Sharon; brothers, Maurice, Gerald, Dennis and Bruce; brothers-in-law, George Mohawk, John Lusiak, Mike Rudesill; sister-in-law, Violet Ninham; and nephews, David Ninham and Darrell Ninham.

A private family burial will take place at the Oneida United Methodist Church Cemetery.

For online condolences to Criag’s family please visit www.muehlboettcher.com