Craig Eugene Kongable, 65, of Mount Union, passed away on Sunday, January 4, 2026, at Henry County Health Center in Mount Pleasant, surrounded by his family, following a courageous and extensive battle with COPD.
Craig was born on September 29, 1960, in Mount Pleasant, the son of Max and Wilma (Anderson) Kongable. He was a 1979 graduate of Winfield–Mount Union High School and spent his life rooted in the Winfield-Mount Union community he loved.
Known to all the locals as “Kid,” Craig was a man of hard work, steady loyalty, trust, caring, and had a great sense of humor. He was quietly dependable and consistently looked out for those he cared about.
Craig was a lifelong farmer and worked for 33 years at Dan’s Plumbing & Heating in Winfield, having started there while in high school until the business closed. Outside of family and friends, his greatest joy was working on the farm and tinkering with equipment. He enjoyed NASCAR racing, attending the Knoxville National Sprint Car Races, and a good Blackjack hand. As a kid, he enjoyed fishing, riding dirt bikes, and some hunting with his brothers — though recollections are that they weren’t very successful. He also had simple pleasures, including a fond love for Blooming Onions from Texas Roadhouse, which always brought a smile.
One of the most meaningful relationships of Craig’s life was with Kara Rene Davis, his high-school sweet-heart, first wife and later his fiancée. Their bond endured over time, and Kara remained the love of his life until her passing from breast cancer December 15, 2014. Kara’s mother, Evelyn Davis, held a special place in Craig’s heart and is forever his mother-in-law.
Craig was deeply appreciative of the compassionate care he received from the Winfield first responders, staff at Sunrise Terrace Care Center and EveryStep Hospice, whose kindness and support meant a great deal to both Craig and his family.
Craig will be deeply missed by his parents, Max and Wilma Kongable of Mount Union; brother, Kevin (Lisa) Kongable of Mount Union; sister-in-law, Shelly Kongable of
Winfield; step-son, Benny (Meredith) Lee of Mount Pleasant; step-grandchildren, Lucas and Logan Lee; nieces and nephews, Alissa (Casey) Herrick, Janessa (Trent) Hoekstra, Kaleb (Hannah) Kongable, Sophie Kongable, and Jacob (Arianna) Kongable; great-niece and nephews, Jonas Hoekstra, Emersyn and Easton Herrick; Uncle, Terry Anderson of Geneseo, Illinois; and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents; aunt, Dixie Anderson; brother, Kenny Kongable; and his fiancée, Kara Davis.
The Memorial Service and Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 8, 2026 at the Winfield First Presbyterian Church. Visitation will begin at 4:00 p.m. with family present at 5:00 p.m. and the Memorial Service beginning at 6:00 p.m. at the church.
Memorials may be directed to the Winfield First Responders in memory of Craig Kongable. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.sandhfuneralservice.com. The family asks that, in remembering Craig, others honor his life by quitting—or choosing never to begin—smoking or vaping.