James Craig Fallen, 59, of Washington, NJ, passed away peacefully Saturday, October 27, 2007 with his family by his side at Hunterdon Medical Center in Flemington, NJ. Born: March 29, 1948 in Newton, NJ, he was a son of Ida Wilcox Fallen of Washington and the late John Fallen.
Personal: He moved from Hampton, NJ to Washington 30 years ago. He was a third and fifth grade teacher at Memorial School in the Borough of Washington until his retirement in 2006. He had been a teacher for 37 years and was loved by all. Craig obtained both his bachelors and masters degrees in education from Trenton State College. Craig was an avid jogger. He enjoyed cycling, golfing and kayaking. He especially loved to spend time with his family and traveling.
Memberships: He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, Washington. He was a member of NJEA and the Warren County Retired Educators Association.
Survivors: He is survived by his loving and devoted family, including his wife of 34 years, Nancy; his mother, Ida; two daughters, Kerry Sancomb and her husband Lawrence of Baltimore, and Kristen Fallen of Kansas City, Missouri; a son Keith of Los Angeles; a sister Marlene Mannion and her husband Jim of Hamilton Township, NJ; three nieces, Brittany, Erin and Kelsey; and one granddaughter Natalie.
Services: A Memorial Service in celebration of Craig's life will be held on Thursday at 2 p.m. in First Presbyterian Church, 40 East Church Street, Washington, with Pastor James Scovell officiating. Cremation will be private. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Warren Hills Memorial Home, 234 West Washington Ave., Washington.
Memorials: In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to the American Cancer, 669 Littleton Road, Parsippany, NJ 07054 or in Craig's name to the Washington Education Association Scholarship Fund, 300 West Stewart St., Washington, NJ 07882

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My deepest sympathies to Craig's family and friends.  My memories of Craig's short time in Hampton are all happy ones.  He ran our Summer Recreational Program for the children of the Borough and he touched and enriched so many lives.  Certainly we regret his passing but we also feel indebted for the time he spent with us. Hugh Farley - Hampton
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Our sincere sympathy and prayers are sent to the Fallen family during this difficult time. We will always remember Craig's courage and fun loving spirit. The Gary Wiseburn family
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Craig was larger than life and he gave more to the community than just teaching. He made his students feel like they were his own children. We were honored to be in his presence.
The Sweet Family
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I was a 3rd grade student of Mr. Fallen's in 1977-78.  He was a great teacher and a great person, and I am thankful for the opportunity to learn from him.  My prayers are with his family.  Frank Rush, Jr, Emerald Isle, NC
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He was a very smart man. I was in his class in 2002-2003.   He was my favorite teacher ever.  I will miss him a lot.  I really appreciated how he took the time to send congratulations to me everytime I made the honor roll, even after I was no longer a student of his.  I loved his love of teaching - especially how he would dress up as the mad scientist.  He made learning fun!  In one Science class, I remember how he dropped an egg to see if it was hard boiled.  The egg exploded and went everywhere.  The whole class was covered in egg.  It was hilarious.  My mom also enjoyed helping out by being the room mother that year. Mr. Fallen has inspired me to do my best in school and also has made me love it.  He will be sorely missed. Christina Serridge (Age 12 1/2)
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I had Mr. Fallen as a teacher back in the late '70's and thought he was a wonderful teacher. He will be greatly missed by many. My deepest sympathy to your family in this time of sorrow. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Geri-Beth (Kroeger) Magaldino -Hampstead, NC
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Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. With Deep Smypathy. The Lizzi Family (Tom, Sue, and Thomas)   
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Dear Nancy: The Volpe family extends its deepest sympathy to you on your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Love, Chris & Harry Volpe (Spring Hill FL)
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