Lafayette, Louisiana - Russell Craig Strait, DDS died peacefully at his residence at the age of 82.

He was born in Neah Bay, Washington to the late Helen Genevieve and Russell Truman Strait. Craig grew up in Aurora, Colorado and attended University of Colorado where he was an active member of Delta Tau Delta fraternity. He graduated from Baylor Dental School in Dallas, Texas and then served his country as a Captain in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War. Professionally, Craig was a well-respected dentist, treating thousands of patients in the Acadiana area. He loved his adopted state of Louisiana, enjoying hunting, fishing, cooking Cajun food and especially golfing with good friends at Oakbourne Country Club.

Craig is survived by a son, Adam Craig Strait (Jennifer); daughters, Anne Lindsey Lacey (John), and Nancy Arrington Miller Strait (Melody); grandchildren, Mary Ganser Lacey, Anne Lindsey Lacey, Robert Hilton "Topper" Lacey, Nancy Willett Strait, Lyle James Strait and Andrew Dalton Bodin; and brother, Donald Paul Strait (Nancy).

A celebration of life will be held on Monday, December 15, 2025, with visitation from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM in Martin & Castille Funeral Home - SOUTHSIDE Location, 600 E. Farrel Road Lafayette, LA. 70508 with private burial to follow.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Alzheimer's Association, 225 N Michigan Ave. Floor 17 Chicago, IL 60601 or Hope Healthcare & Hospice, 301 E Kaliste Saloom Rd #201, Lafayette, LA 70508.

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