Craig L. Manchester, Jr., 52, of North Dartmouth passed away unexpectedly Sunday, February 19, 2023 at St. Luke's Hospital in New Bedford.& He was the loving husband of nearly 26 years to Michelle (Wunschel) Manchester.

Born in New Bedford, son of Craig L Manchester, Sr. of Fairhaven and the late Carolyn L. (Sanders) Manchester, he grew up in Fairhaven and settled in North Dartmouth in 2003. He was a graduate of Fairhaven High School and was a member of the Laborers International Union of North America, Local #721. Craig enjoyed hunting, reading, cooking and enjoyed spending time with his dog Nola.

Craig is survived by his loving wife, Michelle; his father, Craig; mother in law, Patricia Wunschel of Dartmouth; a brother, Sean Manchester and his wife Michele and their children, Sydney (Craigs Godchild) and Kelsey of Methuen; a sister, Heather Blanchette of Arizona and her children, Cody, David and Samantha of Tiverton, RI; a brother in law, Michael Wunschel and his wife Janine of Dartmouth and several aunts, uncles, cousins and dear friends.

Craig will be cremated and a Celebration of his life will be held at a later date. Arrangements are by the Donaghy New Day Cremation and Funeral Care, 465 County St., New Bedford. For memorial register please visit, www.newdayfunerals.com.