Craig Allyn Woolard was born October 24, 1966 at Metropolitan Hospital in New York City, New York to Sandra Esters and George Woolard. He quietly took the hand of God and journeyed into eternal peace on October 18th, 2025.

Craig had a strong passion for influencing and guiding young people which was shown through his work at Corryville Recreation Center, Melrose Boys Group Home and St. Alouicious. Craig enjoyed mentoring young people, encouraging them to do their best and to stay out of trouble. He also enjoyed working with the Avondale Football League.

Craig was a very loving and caring father, grandfather and uncle. He would attend sporting events and host sleepovers. He was always there.

Craig was known for his selfless acts of kindness. He would drop what he was doing to assist wherever needed, from driving someone to the grocery store, to helping with home repairs to just visiting someone who he hadn't seen for a while.

Craig was preceded in death by his mother, Sandra Esters.

His loving memory will be cherished by his siblings: Lisa Boykins (Wayne) and Quintin Esters (Aslawn); His maternal Aunt: Lesley Rice Esters; His Children and Grandchildren:

DeJuan (DeMaya, Aniyah, Destinee and KaiJuan) Kail (Khyriel and Kail Jr.) Ryan (Ryan Jr., Damarius, Ryelle, Za'Ryah, Ryalin and Naria) Erin Hawkins (Eyana) Jiara Judkins and Jeremy Wilson.

Special Friends: Janice Dukes and Geshelle Smith; 6 Nieces, 9 Nephews, 2 Great-Nieces and 1 Great-Nephew… And a host of family and friends.

Friends are cordially invited to a visitation with the family from 2:00 pm until 3:00 pm, on  Saturday, November 8, 2025, at the Walker Funeral Home - Walnut Hills Chapel, 2625 Gilbert Avenue, Cincinnati  (45206).   The funeral service will immediately follow the visitation,  beginning at 3:00 pm. Friends and family will gather to share memories, find solace in one another's company, and honor the legacy he leaves behind.

We invite you to take a few moments to share fond memories and words of comfort and condolence with the Woolard family. Please click the "Tribute Wall" icon above and to the right, enter the information, and click "Save Post."

Walker Funeral Home and Crematory  is caring for the Woolard family during this difficult time.  Please call 513.251.6200 or visit www.HerbWalker.com for additional information.