Theo H. Craven

Theo H. "Ted" Craven, 91Theodore Hershel Craven Sr., 91, passed away at home Dec. 19, 2007 in Apache Junction from pneumonia and lung cancer.He was born Sept. 18, 1916 to Joseph and Nettie Craven in Ridgeport, Iowa.Mr. Craven owned and operated Central Iowa Truck Leasing Inc. in Des Moines for many years prior to moving to Norwalk. He was a World War II Army veteran serving in the Philippines. He also was a member of the Armed Mounted Deputy Polk County Sheriff's Posse. He enjoyed spending winters in Arizona with family, friends, and his horses.He is survived by his four children, Cleo D. (Judy) of Norwalk Iowa, Theodore Jr. of Apache Junction, Phyllis (Charles) Ainsworth of Westminster, Calif. and Linda (Thomas) Dierks of Norwalk, Iowa; along with 14 grandchildren, 29 great- grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.He is preceded in death by his wife, Gladys; a son, Gene L.; and a great-grandson, Brandon.Services were held Dec. 28 in Iowa.In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations can be made to Make A Wish Foundation or Camp Sunnyside.