TERESA CRAFT

Teresa Craft, 70, of Big Bend, WV, entered her heavenly home on November 12th, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. Born on June 28, 1955, she was the daughter of the late Ralph and Clara Mowdy. Teresa lived a life marked by faith, kindness, and a giving heart. She fulfilled her calling by helping others and always showing God’s love and compassion. Whether it was a warm meal, helping hand, or prayer; she gave her time without hesitation. Teresa was a devoted wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and friend. The love for her family was evident in all she did. Teresa was a pillar in her church and community, having served as TBPTA secretary for over 50 years and TBPCA for 20 years. She was also an aide for the McDowell County Board of Education for 40 years and Chairman for Davy Community in Action. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of nearly 38 years, Robert Craft. She was survived by one daughter, Tara Chaffins and husband Freddie of Twin Branch, WV; and three sons, Ralph “Skeeter” Craft and wife Melissa of Big Bend, WV, Robert “Bobby” Craft of Virginia, and William “Billy” Craft and companion Tammy of Big Bend, WV. Also left to cherish her memories are one sister, Julie Hale, of Davy, WV; one brother, Brian Mowdy and wife Alicia of Welch, WV; and fifteen grandchildren Aleah Auville and husband Garrett; Zachary Chaffins; Hunter Craft and wife, Bethany; Abigail Gorsky and husband Ethan; Michah Craft; Makaylee Craft, Chance Craft and wife Tawny; Chase Craft; Olivia Craft; Cheyenne Craft, William Craft, Makayla Craft, Cody Rambo, Mark Alexander; Amanda Alexander; eleven great grandchildren; and one on the way who will carry her love of legacy forward. Those who were blessed to know Teresa will remember her for her gentle spirit, contagious smile, and love for helping others. “Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O Lord, my strength, and my redeemer.” Psalm 19:14. Funeral services will be conducted Monday, November 17th, 2025, at 11:00 am at Twin Branch Pentecostal Holiness Church in Twin Branch with Reverend Andrew Walker officiating. Burial will follow at 1:00 pm at Woodlawn Memorial Park Cemetery in Bluewell, WV. Friends may call at the church Sunday after 6:00 pm. Pallbearers will be family and friends. The Douglas Mortuary in Welch is serving the family. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.douglasmortuary.com

TERESA CRAFT

June 28, 1955 - November 12, 2025