Craig Anthony Tideback

Craig Anthony Tideback
of Des Moines, Iowa

Craig Tideback, age 62, passed away on Tuesday, November 14, 2023 at Iowa Methodist Hospital. He was born on January 31, 1961 in Des Moines, Iowa.

Craig graduated from East High School and remained a lifelong eastsider. While he was a senior in high school he began working for UPS and remained with the company for 20 years. He later worked for O’Reilly Auto Parts for 15 years and retired as a longtime truck driver.

He is lovingly survived by his brother Pat and (Jackie Fontana) Tideback, great-nephew Trenton Leinen, significant other Sherry Baker, step-daughters Darcy (Tommy Moad) Baker and Tara (Kevin) Deaton, nine step-grandchildren, half-sister Linda Blanchard, half-brother Steve Blanchard, and numerous grandkids, nieces & nephews.

Craig met Sherry in the 8th grade and the two of them reconnected in 2000. He enjoyed hiking, camping, and traveling with Sherry. Craig was an avid sports fan enjoying the Iowa State Cyclones and Minnesota Vikings, he especially loved tailgating. Those of you who know Craig know that he shared a lifelong relationship with Mary Jane. He will be missed by many and forgotten by none.

Craig was preceded in death by his parents Phyllis and William Tideback, Jr., brother Scott Tideback, aunt Kay Glidder, uncle Harry Glidder, and numerous nieces & nephews.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the family in Craig’s name.

Condolences may be expressed at: www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com

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