Dewey Croft

DEWEY CROFT Click here to view a video of Dewey's life IDAHO FALLS, ID -- Beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother, Dewey Clay Croft, 90, of Idaho Falls, passed away peacefully in his sleep on March 26, 2008, at Lily & Syringa Assisted Living Center. Dewey was born October 20, 1917, in Twin Falls, Idaho, to Ephraim Nephi Croft and Annie Mae Blankenship Croft. He was one of nine children and attended various schools in the northwest. He married Linda E. Wiker, who later died. Dewey lived in Pocatello for 33 years and it was there he met and fell in love with Mollie Rupp, whom he married April 18, 1946, in Pocatello. They raised six children. They later moved to Idaho Falls, where they have resided for the past 41 years. He worked for the U. S. Civil Service as Moving, Storage and Housing Director for Navy personnel. He received commendations from the Navy for his excellent work. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, bowling, golf, and spending time with his family. Dewey was a jack-of-all-trades and could repair anything. Survivors include his wife of nearly 62 years, Mollie Croft, and six children, Son: Dewey H. (Sandy) Croft of Riverbank, CA Son: Larry W. (Karan) Croft of Idaho Falls, ID Daughter: Toni S. Christy of Sacramento, CA Son: Ron N. (Julia) Croft of Meridian, ID Daughter: Jeannie K. (Van) Stevenson of Sacramento, CA Daughter: Sheri D. Trujillo of Rancho Cordova, CA a Sister: Maxine Shreve of Bountiful, UT and a Niece: Delores Drake of Boise, ID 25 Grandchildren & 67 Great Grandchildren and 5 Great Great Grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, five brothers and two sisters. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, March 31, 2008, at the Idaho Falls LDS 21st Ward, 1155 East First Street, with Bishop Philip Wheatley officiating. The family will visit with friends Monday from 10 to 10:45 a.m. at the church. Burial will be in Rose Hill Cemetery under the direction of Wood Funeral Home. ------------------------------------ Condolences received online: Brenda Busacker brbusack@msn.com Dear Aunt Mollie, We know this has been a difficult time for you. We wish to add our prayers with those of all our family. Bill and I and Gail are planning to drive over for the funeral. Look forward to giving you a big hug. Love, Brenda Sheri Shreve Wojtasek familyofwiggles@aol.com My family send all our love to you, Mollie and your family during your grief. May Heavenly Father give you comfort and peace. I truly know Uncle Dewey is in a much better place and that we will all be able to be with him again through the promise of eternal life. If there is anything we can do please don't hesitate to ask. We love you so much! Sheri, Ray and girls, Woods Cross, Utah Bill and Kaye Roberts To Larry and Karan Croft. Sincerest sympathy from Bill and Kaye. Ken and Debbie Shepherd hairiam24u@aol.com Larry and Karan, our heartfelt condolences are with you at this time of grief. Vicki Francisconi vfconi@msn.com Molly & family, I was so sorry to hear of Dewey's passing. Over the years our families have lost touch with one another but I will always remember "Uncle Dewey" as such a kind and gentle man when I was a little girl. I remember spending time at your home in Pocatello and many many times that you and Dewey spent with Nanny and Bampa. I have often wondered where everyone ended up. Next time I am in Boise visiting Randy I will try and look up Ronnie since he is up there. Please accept my deepest sympathy. Love, Vicki Bullington Francisconi Louise & Tore Morberg abelmor@broadpark.no Dear Mollie and Family, We are so sorry to hear of your loss of Dewey. I just happen to be on the internet in Spain and saw that he had passed away. Know that you are in our thoughts at this time. Love from Louise and Tore