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for William Croy
November 23, 2015
We are sorry to hear of your loss. Rev. Croy married my husband and myself over 40 years a go at the United Methodists church in Urbana,Ohio. Sincerely our condolences, George and Mary Ann Barger
Connie Cray
February 6, 2015
I am so sorry to hear about Bill.
February 4, 2015
Bill is certainly an inspiration to us all. What a legacy he has made in this life, just imagine the joy he will have in his "new life"! May your many friends and family comfort you and may God bless you.
Jean Schmenk (Norm Balbaugh's daughter)
Lori Kreinbrink
February 4, 2015
So very sorry for your loss. Take comfort knowing that he is still with you watching over you and your family as your Guardian Angel.
February 3, 2015
You will be greatly missed Bill. So glad we made contact before your journey home, and grateful you're no longer suffering. Thank you for
guiding me in those years when I needed it most. Those times were tough for me, and your positive impact on my life has never been forgotten, just like you. God bless.
B
Melinda Hill
February 2, 2015
Dorothy, Jeremy, and Megan I am sorry to hear of Bill's passing. I have many fond memories of times with your family - living in your basement, youth group at church, the Circuit Rider....too many to put her but all make me smile! May God's peace be with you during this time.
Anne Lippert
February 2, 2015
A truly great and kind pastor and friend.
nan haynes
February 2, 2015
Dorothy, I'm so sorry learn that you are without your mate for the rest of this journey. Prayers for God's peace that passes understanding now and in the days ahead.
Bill Croy, always in the moment while guiding us into the future.
Karen, Ron, Julia, and Alex Gephart
February 2, 2015
Even when writing a sentence took more time and effort for him than I might spend painting the porch, Bill continued to give me advice and counsel. ALS had to take a backseat to the strength, will-power and spirit of Bill Croy!
Susan Castle
February 2, 2015
Dorothy and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Bill was such a kind, nonjudgmental person who helped our family many times with his kind words and services. He will be greatly missed. May you find some peace during this time of sadness. Susan and Michael Castle
Judy Laibe/Moats
February 1, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss My prayers are with you. Judy
cheryl (ridgley) mcgarvey
February 1, 2015
RIP Bill
Cheryl (Ridgley) mcgarvey
February 1, 2015
Sorry for your loss Croy family.
I am a member of Trinity UMC in Lima & came back off & on for services while Bill was there & really
liked him as a minister & great guy.
I live in Columbus & my parents
were Wendell & Louise Ridgley so
would come home to visit & go to
church with my mom. Hated it when
you left the church. I had heard
something about bill being sick &
thought about him going thru this & was sorry he had to get that
disease & all the pain.
RIP Bill & you will be missed.
Deb & Rod Thompson
February 1, 2015
Dorothy and family,
Deb and I were sorry to hear of your loss. Bill and I go back to our days at ONU and more recently working together for ONU. He was always kind and considerate when talking about others and especially ONU. His life was an example of Christian love and compassion, which is something that is missing in much of our society. I am sorry I never heard him preach a sermon, but his life was definitely one that all could see. Your family is in our prayers and we will look forward to seeing Bill again. May God grant you strength and peace in this time of loss.
February 1, 2015
Bill,
I looked up to you in high school, and have used your thoughts on family and life in my adult years to navigate life's travails. You never steered me wrong. You will be missed.
Bob Miley
Marilyn Weber
February 1, 2015
Dear Dorothy & family,
I will be celebrating Bill's life at the OTTAWA service for him. Can't say enough about the goodness & dedication in him. Always there, ready to help. I'm sure his meeting with Tom will be full of joy. God Bless you all. Marilyn Weber
Jo Ann & Jim Dudley
February 1, 2015
Love to all of the family, especially Dorothy. I know where Bill is now and he is all well!
Joanna Pinkerton
February 1, 2015
The Croy family, including Bill, has had a very special place in our lives since we met almost 20 years ago. Bill was a wonderful and giving person and we are thinking of all of you during this time.
PHAALS Foundation
February 1, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Dorothy and the entire Croy family. Bill lead his life in the name of Jesus Christ. We here at The PHAALS Foundation hold Bill close to our hearts as he will always be a lasting member of our Hall of Fame. RIP and enjoy your eternal life with God
Maple Grove UMC Pet Blessing 6-6-2006
Lin Vietz
February 1, 2015
We are very sorry for your loss and will keep all of Bill's family and friends in our thoughts and prayers. We did not know Bill but knew Megan and Evan at NBUMC. We did however take our dog, Bridget, to the Maple Grove UMC Pet Blessing several times and received a blessing from Rev. Croy. Rest in peace after a life well-spent.
Lin and Beverly
Glenn and Jo Derryberry
January 31, 2015
I've known Bill since we competed against each other in high school track back in 1967. Pick-up and church league basketball after that. One of the finest, most thoughtful, compassionate and quietly inspirational people I ever met. Will be truly missed by countless friends and admirers in Lima. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the family.
January 31, 2015
So very sorry for your loss. Bill was our youth leader at Grace United Methodist Church, Lima, when I was in junior high. He was a huge influence and I've always remembered him. Then, as fate would have it, Dorothy was a teacher at Allen East when my son was in school there (Phillip Krites). My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Cindy (Rader) Bowersock, Wapakoneta, OH
Rev. Dave & Lana Gerber
January 31, 2015
Dorothy and Family,
Bill was such a special part of our lives. He was my youth group leader so many years ago at Lima Trinity. Then he convinced me to help him as a female youth counselor for high school girls from Trinity at Institute in Lakeside. Bill introduced me to my future husband that week. Each time we attended Annual Conference we looked forward to catching up with Bill. He will be truly missed.
Kym (Schroeder) Kossanyi
January 31, 2015
My thoughts & prayers are with you all. I was blessed to have Bill pour into me during my high school years and I treasure the many memories of Lakeside, skiing, retreats and leadership. I will forever remember that smile!
Kitty and Roy Sutter
January 31, 2015
To Toots I can not come in person but my prayers and warm hugs are with the entire families. I too like all the others truly loved this guy and all he stands for. He is missed but can continue his good deeds in a place where there is no more pain. Love kitten
Connie and John Basinger
January 31, 2015
Dorothy and Family~ You have our sincere sympathy on the loss of Bill. He was a wonderful person and such a positive warrior for his cause. He certainly will have a special place in heaven :)
January 31, 2015
Dear Croy Family
Thoughts and prayers for you at this time. What a man! I am grateful for life lessons I learned from Bill: perseverance, faith, and humility. He has made a permanent mark on many lives! With love and respect- Amy Minser (ALS Clinic).
Bob Woodruff
January 31, 2015
Bill was a wonderful friend, and a Christian mentor to our children (Holly and Matt). May the Lord embrace you and give you peace Dorothy, Megan and Jeremy.
Peggy Kearns
January 31, 2015
Rev. Croy was and always will be an inspiration to so many ! My heartfelt sympathy to his family and friends. May you all feel Gods loving arms around you.
Debbie Boxerbaum
January 31, 2015
Dorothy, I hope Elliot gave Bill a big hug when he saw him. They both had such twinkles in their eyes and taught us so very much about how to live gracefully with adversity. My heart goes out to you and your family. I'm so glad I met you guys.
Pam French
January 31, 2015
I won't be at the funeral but my heart will be with all of the Croys. Bill understood that goodness matters. I won't ever forget him. Take care of each other. Love, Pam
Dave Hollingsworth
January 31, 2015
To Dorothy, Bill was, NO IS, one of my best friends. With both Bill and Kay in Heaven, look out ! - Love you ! - Dave
Beth Hurst
January 31, 2015
I met Rev. Croy when he officiated my mother's funeral at Maple Grove. He spent a lot of time with my sister and I asking questions about her childhood and early life before he knew her so that he could make her service very personal. It was clear that he was a very kind and genuine man. My condolences to his family.
Gary & Connie Konst
January 31, 2015
We are so sorry for your loss of a wonderful husband father grandfather brother and friend to all. Please know that our prayers are with your entire family.
January 31, 2015
What a great man, husband, father, friend. Will be missed by many, but loved so very much in Heaven.
Dave and Lila Tobias
Kristin and Dave Markay
January 31, 2015
Dear Dorothy and Megan,
As newly-ordained ministers, we could not have asked for a more authentic , personable, wise or faithful friend/mentor as Bill. We were so grateful for his and your presence with our family in September.
Peace,
Kristin and Dave Markay
tammy holdren (granddaughter of richard croy)
January 31, 2015
My prayers to the family. He was a friend to many.
Larry Blymyer
January 31, 2015
To all the Croy Family: I know that no words can ease the pain of your loss, but knowing Billy for so many years and watching how he handled his illness, he never gave up, he never quit. He was a inspiration to all who knew him. RIP Bill! Your up north cousin, Larry
Susan Palmquist
January 30, 2015
Bill was a wonderful colleague in ministry. I too, knew him from camping ministry and always enjoyed his humor, his commitment to young people and the church. He had such a great smile!! My heart goes out to you in this time. Wish I were closer to be there as well.
Pamela Cusick
January 30, 2015
We are all better human beings because we knew Bill ??
Gary Boucher
January 30, 2015
Bill was a super guy as you well know. We lived in the same neighborhood when we were at Shawnee UMC. Barb and I did not know anything about Bill's illness until I received this email. I retired 17 years ago but started ministry at Maple Grove as an assistant pastor working with youth that Bill also loved. We are now in Florida for the winter otherwise we would be at Maple Grove to celebrate his dedicated life with you. May God give you what you need to meet each day while he serves God in a new way until you join together again.
With affection,
Gary and Barb Boucher
Lisa Jones
January 30, 2015
He shared nothing but love and light. Words just don't do him justice.
To Dorothy, Megan and Jeremy...Love you all!
Ted Witt
January 30, 2015
Dorothy,
Even though I had not maintained contact with Bill after my retirement and move to Tennessee fifteen years ago, Bill had not left my memory of MANY hours of meetings working on Camping issues in West Ohio. He was a very faithful and helpful colleague.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. Consider yourself hugged.
Ted
January 30, 2015
Dorothy, Megan and family,
You have given Bil the gift of unconditional love he has given us all the gifts of courage and faith in the face of great adversity. We love you all and celebrate Bill's faithful discipleship.
We regret being unable to be with you in person Sunday but are with you in every other way.
Peg & Paul Stuckey
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