David "Dave" Lawrence Croll, of Slippery Rock, entered eternal rest on Tuesday, Aug. 22, 2023, at the age of 91.
Dave was born on June 13, 1932, to Delbert and Grace (Double) Croll. He attended Slippery Rock High School and then worked on his family farm, eventually retiring from Cooper Brothers in 1994 after 32 years of hard work.
In retirement he spent his time woodworking, gardening, fixing things around the house, or simply sitting in his chair enjoying the outdoors. If you were lucky enough to spend time with him, you were sure to leave with a story that would make you smile.
In January 1960, Dave married the love of his life, Shirley (Vessella). Dave and Shirley went on to have three children, Charleen (Bill) Stoughton, Cynthia (David) Gray and Ronald (Melissa) Croll. His family was his entire world. The highlight of his week was Sunday dinners with his children, six grandchildren, Lindsay, Billy, Greggory, Gary, Derrick and Jordan, as well as his great-grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife, children, and grandchildren, as well two sisters, Frances Lewis and Ethel Maxwell, and his brother, Lee Croll.
Dave was predeceased by his parents, eight brothers, and two sisters.
CROLL - Family and friends of David "Dave" Lawrence Croll, who died Tuesday, Aug. 22, 2023, may call from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday and from 10 a.m. Saturday until the service at 11 a.m. at SMITH FUNERAL HOME, 421 New Castle St., Slippery Rock. The 11 a.m. Saturday service will be led by the Rev. James Lewis, retired pastor of Butler.
Interment will be in West Liberty Cemetery.
Dave was born on June 13, 1932, to Delbert and Grace (Double) Croll. He attended Slippery Rock High School and then worked on his family farm, eventually retiring from Cooper Brothers in 1994 after 32 years of hard work.
In retirement he spent his time woodworking, gardening, fixing things around the house, or simply sitting in his chair enjoying the outdoors. If you were lucky enough to spend time with him, you were sure to leave with a story that would make you smile.
In January 1960, Dave married the love of his life, Shirley (Vessella). Dave and Shirley went on to have three children, Charleen (Bill) Stoughton, Cynthia (David) Gray and Ronald (Melissa) Croll. His family was his entire world. The highlight of his week was Sunday dinners with his children, six grandchildren, Lindsay, Billy, Greggory, Gary, Derrick and Jordan, as well as his great-grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife, children, and grandchildren, as well two sisters, Frances Lewis and Ethel Maxwell, and his brother, Lee Croll.
Dave was predeceased by his parents, eight brothers, and two sisters.
CROLL - Family and friends of David "Dave" Lawrence Croll, who died Tuesday, Aug. 22, 2023, may call from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday and from 10 a.m. Saturday until the service at 11 a.m. at SMITH FUNERAL HOME, 421 New Castle St., Slippery Rock. The 11 a.m. Saturday service will be led by the Rev. James Lewis, retired pastor of Butler.
Interment will be in West Liberty Cemetery.
David "Dave" Lawrence Croll, of Slippery Rock, entered eternal rest on Tuesday, Aug. 22, 2023, at the age of 91.
Dave was born on June 13, 1932, to Delbert and Grace (Double) Croll. He attended Slippery Rock High School and then worked on his family farm, eventually retiring from Cooper Brothers in 1994 after 32 years of hard work.
In retirement he spent his time woodworking, gardening, fixing things around the house, or simply sitting in his chair enjoying the outdoors. If you were lucky enough to spend time with him, you were sure to leave with a story that would make you smile.
In January 1960, Dave married the love of his life, Shirley (Vessella). Dave and Shirley went on to have three children, Charleen (Bill) Stoughton, Cynthia (David) Gray and Ronald (Melissa) Croll. His family was his entire world. The highlight of his week was Sunday dinners with his children, six grandchildren, Lindsay, Billy, Greggory, Gary, Derrick and Jordan, as well as his great-grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife, children, and grandchildren, as well two sisters, Frances Lewis and Ethel Maxwell, and his brother, Lee Croll.
Dave was predeceased by his parents, eight brothers, and two sisters.
CROLL - Family and friends of David "Dave" Lawrence Croll, who died Tuesday, Aug. 22, 2023, may call from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday and from 10 a.m. Saturday until the service at 11 a.m. at SMITH FUNERAL HOME, 421 New Castle St., Slippery Rock. The 11 a.m. Saturday service will be led by the Rev. James Lewis, retired pastor of Butler.
Interment will be in West Liberty Cemetery.
Dave was born on June 13, 1932, to Delbert and Grace (Double) Croll. He attended Slippery Rock High School and then worked on his family farm, eventually retiring from Cooper Brothers in 1994 after 32 years of hard work.
In retirement he spent his time woodworking, gardening, fixing things around the house, or simply sitting in his chair enjoying the outdoors. If you were lucky enough to spend time with him, you were sure to leave with a story that would make you smile.
In January 1960, Dave married the love of his life, Shirley (Vessella). Dave and Shirley went on to have three children, Charleen (Bill) Stoughton, Cynthia (David) Gray and Ronald (Melissa) Croll. His family was his entire world. The highlight of his week was Sunday dinners with his children, six grandchildren, Lindsay, Billy, Greggory, Gary, Derrick and Jordan, as well as his great-grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife, children, and grandchildren, as well two sisters, Frances Lewis and Ethel Maxwell, and his brother, Lee Croll.
Dave was predeceased by his parents, eight brothers, and two sisters.
CROLL - Family and friends of David "Dave" Lawrence Croll, who died Tuesday, Aug. 22, 2023, may call from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday and from 10 a.m. Saturday until the service at 11 a.m. at SMITH FUNERAL HOME, 421 New Castle St., Slippery Rock. The 11 a.m. Saturday service will be led by the Rev. James Lewis, retired pastor of Butler.
Interment will be in West Liberty Cemetery.
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