"Such a beautiful soul": Tributes pour in after death of beloved Meadowhall McDonald's worker
“Craig was a legend, he’s all I’ve ever known growing up”
The family of a beloved Sheffield McDonald’s worker have paid tribute following his recent death.
41-year-old Craig Baker, who worked in the Meadowhall branch for over 23 years, died over the weekend.
The outpouring of memories on social media since the news became public knowledge shows the real impact he made on anyone who ever came across him.
His older sister, Michaela Baker, gave a heartfelt tribute, told The Star: “I didn’t fully realise just how much of an impact Craig had on so many people. It’s incredible.”
Craig’s mother shared how he was a “sweet boy”. She said: “He goes the extra mile for everyone, always has. He’s sadly missed.”
On Tuesday, September 29, Michaela posted to Facebook, confirming his passing. What followed was a wave of tributes and well-wishers from the public who had come across Craig at work.
She wrote: “My younger brother Craig died yesterday. I know some of you have never met him and others have known him for years, this seemed to be the easiest way to let people know.
“He was such a bright person and I miss him in ways I can’t describe.”
Hundreds of people have since shared their condolences to the family, saying he was “the highlight of Meadowhall”.
Leah Anne Barry, shared a memory of a time Craig went out of his way to help her. She wrote: “I remember I accidentally threw my phone in the bin because I’d left it on my tray and I asked Craig if he could open me the bin so I could get it out.
“He was adamant I wasn’t going to go through the rubbish myself and got me my phone back.”
Samantha Mantha wrote: “He is such a beautiful soul.”
In a previous interview with BBC Radio Sheffield, Craig expressed his love for the company, explaining his “philosophy” is to “just have fun at work”.
The shared feeling towards Craig, is that he always went out of his way to impact the people he came into contact with.
Dom Michael commented: “Craig was a legend, he’s all I’ve ever known growing up. McDonald’s is not going to be the same! His smile and kind soul will be missed by many.”
Craig’s “best friend” and colleague, Mohin Aslam, told The Star: “I’ve never known someone like him who has a kind heart and jolly smile, now walking into work thinking I’ve lost a friend who was there when I got my promotion.”
Mohin also took to Facebook to share his condolences.
He wrote: “I lost someone who wasn’t just my best friend, but someone who meant so much to me. Craig, you were always there for me whenever I needed you, especially during our time together at McDonald’s.”
Mohin remembered the “memories” they had together, adding: “You’ll always have a special place in my heart, and I’ll carry our memories with me forever.
“Rest peacefully, my best friend, you will never be forgotten.”