Buddy was born December 27, 1943 in Ladson, SC. While Buddy had other jobs, he was a truck driver, and spent most of his working years driving 48 states and Canada. Buddy married Etta Ann Craven, the love of his life, June 15, 1964. When Buddy was not with Ann, her name was on his lips.

Buddy was preceded in death by one grandson, James Fuller, Jr. Ann preceded Buddy in death 22 years ago, and his favorite song was, "I want to stroll over Heaven with you". Buddy was preceded in death by one grandson, James Fuller, Jr.

Buddy is survived by his son, Chris Craven with his wife, Louise, and his daughter Tabitha Fuller with her husband, Jim. Buddy is survived by one granddaughter, (Laura Craven Bagley) and seven grandsons, Brandon Craven, Cody Craven, Tyler Craven, Logan Craven, John Fuller, Joseph Fuller, and Jared Fuller that fondly remember his presence in their early lives as the family patriarch. Buddy is survived by a total of 11 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild. Additionally, he had many children of friends and relatives that called him their "Papa".

Friends and family in Alabama, Georgia, and Tennessee are invited to a celebration of life

Thursday, June 25th. 2026 at 4:00 PM CDT, officiated by Dr. James Fuller.

hosted by

Pine Grove United Methodist Church

3551 County Road 116

Fort Payne, AL 35968

A second celebration of life will be held for his South Carolina friends and family on Saturday, June 27th TBA