A healthy 35-year-old father from the West Midlands died suddenly while on a family holiday in the New Forest. Craig Mowe, from Coventry, was enjoying time away with his wife Jordan and their seven-year-old daughter Grace when he passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, May 28. The cause of death remains unknown as the family awaits autopsy results.
Family and Friends Pay Tribute
Family friend Lisa Smallwood described Craig as a devoted husband and loving father. “Everybody loved Craig. He was always so funny and he was just such a family lad. Everyone was always going on day trips with him and he was always away with his daughter and his wife on camping trips,” she said.
Smallwood added: “Craig was the kind of person who brought laughter wherever he went! He was a wonderful son, a brilliant brother, the fun uncle everyone adored, and a loyal friend to so many. Above all else, his greatest joy in life was his family. Nothing could have prepared us for this heartbreak and the pain of losing Craig so suddenly is something our family is still trying to come to terms with. He will be missed every single day, but we know his laughter, kindness, and love for his family will never be forgotten.”
Support for the Family
Lisa said the family is now focused on supporting Jordan and Grace. A GoFundMe campaign has been launched to raise funds towards Craig's send-off and to provide financial stability. Craig worked at Northern Building Plastics in Hinckley.
“We hope to give Jordan the time and space she needs to grieve the loss of her husband and best friend, while helping provide stability and support for Grace as she learns to navigate life without her wonderful daddy,” Smallwood said. “Any funds raised will go towards supporting Jordan and Grace through this incredibly difficult period, helping with everyday expenses and allowing them the opportunity to spend valuable time together as a family without the added burden of financial worry. We would also love for them to have the chance to make some positive memories together through special days out or a short break away when they feel ready.
“Every donation, no matter the size, will make a difference. If you are unable to donate, sharing the page would mean just as much and will help us reach as many people as possible.”
