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1995
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2011
Donald Crotty Obituary
Arden - On July 21, 2011 the Crotty family, TCR family and many residents of the Arden and Asheville community lost a very well loved young man. Donnie was born August 6th, 1995 in Asheville and attended TC Roberson High School, as a rising Junior. Donnie was only 15 years old when he lost his life due to an accident while volunteering at the TCR Youth Football Camp.
Donnie sustained severe injuries to his brain and heart which later caused his death. When word spread of the incident the local community opened their arms with love and many prayers for the family. Donnie was the kindest and most loving amoung young men. His older sister, Samantha, said many times, "He was always the comic relief in an situation and he gave the best hugs." Our hearts are broken and the only relief that we can find is that our sweet boy is up in heaven wearing golden wings and watching over us. He will now be healed and have no scars. He is perfect.
Donnie is survived by his mother, Susie Crotty (Candler), his father, Donald R. Crotty, Jr. (Fort Lauderdale), his stepfather, Honorable Edwin Clontz (Candler), his sister, Samantha L. Crotty (Atanta), his grandparents, Jeanne and Jim Bucher (Swannanoa) and Constance Crotty (Fort Laudedale), also many aunts, uncles and cousins.
Visitation will be at Groce Funeral Home, 72 Long Shoals Road, Arden, NC, on Sunday, July 24, from 6pm to 9pm. Funeral Service will be Monday, July 25, at Arden Presbyterian Church, Hendersonville Road, Arden at 2pm. An online memorial register is available at grocefuneralhome.com
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made out to TC Roberson, Attn: Laura Beatty, 250 Overlook Road, Asheville, NC 28803, with "Weight Room" printed on the memo section of the checks; also memorials be made out to Asheville Redbirds, Attn: James Bradley, PO Box 5944, Asheville, NC 28813. Both the TCR Weight Room and the Asheville Redbirds were a major part of Donnie's life and he was a better person because of both of them.
Donnie, mom loves you and remember, my heart runneth over. Until I see you again my love.
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Memories and Condolences
for Donald Crotty
Tina Long Kehoe
August 15, 2011
Sweet Susie, I am so heartbroken for you. Words cannot describe the anguish I feel. As a friend and a mother I cry for you and your family. Please know that I am here for you and regret only just receiving the news last night as I returned from several weeks overseas. Please let me know how I can help you now. My thoughts, prayers, and love are with you always.
chris brindell-watt
August 10, 2011
I was Donnie's former science teacher at CCMS and just heard about all of this. My heart goes out to his family and friends and my wish is for comfort during this year and the years to come. I remember him very well as an energetic and respectful young man who always ready to help out and participate. He will be missed and is remembered here at CCMS.
Mr. Brindell-Watt
Teacher, CCMS
taylor winterton
July 30, 2011
rest in peace donnie you will be misssed very much at school and during sports at roberson.
kaydee crotty
July 28, 2011
my dear cousin, i miss you so much. it makes me so sad to know that your gone. i cant stop thinking about you. i love you so much <3 i wish you were here more than ever. your forever in my heart baby cousin. i love you so much.
Ronnie West
July 26, 2011
This morning I found ballons with messages written on them to Donnie. I was touched, I didnt know Donnie but I am deeply saddend for your loss.
Joyce Ogles
July 25, 2011
I did not know your son, but I can tell by the smile on his face and the people that around him, that he was a young man who loved God and there is no doubt in my mind that he gained his wings when he left this earth...he is walking on the streets of Glory with the King of Kings and The Lord of Lords....He did not want to hurt you, but when he got a glimpse of Heaven and what it was like and heard that sweet voice of God and saw His face, he did not want to come back to suffer or hurt you anymore, so God said take him by the hand and bring him right here, this is where he is going to rest....Thank you for sharing him with so many people....
Eric & Tammy Nordlinger
July 25, 2011
Donnie and Susie, we are so sorry for the loss of your precious son. Our prayers are with you.
Lesley DeCurtis
July 25, 2011
Dear Susie, The only words that come to my mind are "I am so sorry". Donnie was a wonderful young man and I am so glad I had the honor of meeting him.
Jill & Andrew Lopez
July 25, 2011
Our condolences are with you during this difficult time.
Cathy and Tom Lintner
July 24, 2011
All of our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time.
Sherry Higgins
July 24, 2011
Susie,
There are no words to express how sorry I am for you and how much I will miss Donnie's smiling face. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers, especially on his 16th birthday.
Ray and Pat Bedford
July 24, 2011
Our prayers are with the whole family and may God bless, now he is watching over all of us.
Audrey & Dan Henry
July 24, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
July 24, 2011
Don, Susie and Family,
My prayer are with you in your time of loss. I truly know how you are feeling. I didn't know Donnie but from what I here he was a very sweet young man. Remender God is with you and some day you will see him again. Thats what I hang onto everyday. God Bless you both and your family.
Bonnie Tonioli Gannon
July 24, 2011
Don, Susie and Family,
We want to say that our prayers are with you. We remember Donnie's wonderful big smile and helpful ways. We had the honor to serve him at the New Life Comm. Church several years ago as sunday school teachers and youth ministry workers. We can only offer our prayers for such a tragic loss, God will carry you through this. Heaven has gained a fantastic young Angel to serve our heavenly father.
Scott, Debbie and Matthew Gaddy
Brenda Brown Vargas
July 23, 2011
Dear Susie and Family, I'm so sorry for your loss, I will remember you and your family in my prayers. God is by your side and will take each step with you, just know he is there for you in your time of sorrow. God Bless
Beverly & Don View
July 23, 2011
Dear Susie and Family,
Donnie was such a kind and gentle young man, and I know how much you loved him and will miss him. I am so saddened by your loss. I can't get it out of my mind. I wish you much love and many thoughts will go your way.
Cyndi Taylor
July 23, 2011
Dear Susie & Family
Please accept my deepest heartfelt sympathy and condolences for you and your family. Donnie touched our hearts so deeply. His fabulous smile and quick wit has been etched into our lives. He was always smiling and teasing his classmates. Our hearts are broken and TC will never be the same without him. He is an execeptional young man and Now an exceptional Angel gracing God's throne. All our Love and Prayers for you and your family.
Kevin Davis
July 23, 2011
Dear Donnie..my heart is heavy. I will miss you. To Susie and family..i pray God will surround you with His love and comfort in your time of loss. Love, Kevin
Ryne and Morgan Strongosky
July 23, 2011
We knew your son from attending TC Roberson He was a special person who we feel we had the priviledge of knowing.Please know that our prayers are with you in this difficult time.
David Meyer
July 23, 2011
Dear Susie and family, we are so sorry to hear of Donnie's passing our Lord has taken home one of his precious angels. Donnie was a wonderful Christian young man who showed others how to live in His Love. You are in our prayers. God Bless You. David and Traci Meyer
Tammy Todd
July 23, 2011
Susie,Don and Crotty Family, We are so sad to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. With our deepest sympathy, Don and Tammy Todd
July 23, 2011
Susie and the Crotty Family,
Donnie will be forever etched in our hearts and souls. His smile will be with us forever. We really appreciate you letting us share his life with the Redbirds. Please know that Donnie was a big part of Ryan's life and he will cherish his friendship eternally. May God Bless you and your family in this difficult time.
Rick and Lois Smith
Jennifer Danilowicz
July 23, 2011
Austin and I are deeply saddened at Donnie's passing. We have been gone from Asheville for many years but have never forgotten our friends. You are in our hearts and prayers. May all your beautiful memories bring you some comfort.
Jenny (Clance) Danilowicz and Austin Snyder
July 23, 2011
Susie and family, I am so, so very sorry to hear about Donnie's passing. My heart goes out to you during this difficult time. Please know that my prayers and thoughts are with you. Peggy Sadler (Connie's neighbor)
July 23, 2011
Dear Susie and Family,
We were very saddened to hear of the untimely loss of your precious son. There are no words sufficient to express our deep and sincere sympathy. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
The Wilde Family; The management and staff of Mountain Home Care
July 22, 2011
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. Gregg and Reggie Looper
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