Craig “Teddy” Littleton Rector, 85 of Nacogdoches, Texas passed away peacefully on Friday May 19, 2023 in Nacogdoches, Texas. He was born March 30, 1938 in Nacogdoches, Texas to parents, Edgar Franklin Rector and Rosa Lee Evans Rector. At the young age of 17, Craig met the love of his life, Geraldean Parrott and were married for 67 wonderful years.
Craig and Geraldean went on to raise their three children in the North Houston area, where he was a carpenter in the Union. After retiring, Craig started his own business, well known as “Craig’s Automotive” in Splendora, Texas; alongside his son, Craig “Stevie” Steven Rector. Craig and Stevie built many cars as a hobby. There was not one car Craig couldn’t fix! Craig loved to show off his beloved 1963 ½ Ford Galaxie 500, which won him many trophies in car shows! Craig was without a doubt, a Ford man! In 2003 Craig decided to retire and move back to Nacogdoches, Texas where he grew up. Craig enjoyed mowing and riding his tractor; he also enjoyed taking care of his roses!
Craig is preceded in death by his parents; son Craig Steven Rector; grandsons, Joshua Steven Cherry and Christopher Steven Rector son-in-law, Willie Elvis Cherry, Sr.; brother, Don Rector and his wife Dorothy; and sister, Wanda Gail McFadden and husband James.
Survivors include his wife of 67 years, Geraldean Parrott Rector; daughters, Brenda McKinney and husband Kenneth; Pamela Baird and husband Arthur; grandchildren, Willie Cherry and wife Melody; Angela Lucas and fiancé Joshua Parish; Brandi Dalglish and husband Paul; Kelli Roozbeh and husband Arash; Kasa Davis and husband Michael; Katelyn Laney and husband Kyle; Ashley Rector, Cody Rector and wife Maria. He had 24 great grandchildren and six great-great grandchildren.
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