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Wilma Croyle Obituary

CROYLE Wilma Croyle, age 93, of Columbus, Ohio, peacefully departed this world to the awaiting arms of her savior on February 23, 2011. Born January 7, 1918 to Katherine Borcher Knueven and Lawrence Knueven in Lockland, OH. Graduated St. Mary's High School in German Village. Her hobbies were making dolls, stuffed animals and gardening. Preceded in death by parents, husband James W. Croyle, children David, Elizabeth and Steven, brothers Albert and Joseph Knueven, sisters Gertrude Knueven and Frances Wheeler. Survived by children, Patricia (Eric) Winterhalter, James (Rosemary) Croyle, Thomas (Christine) Croyle, John (Sharon) Croyle; grandchildren, Chery (Russell) Halsey, Daniel (Madonna Renee Durbin) Winterhalter, Mary (Joshua) White, Susan (Jeff) Decker, Chuck, Michael and Patrick Kessler, Brian and Jamie Croyle, Allison (Brandon) Mendenhall, Kathleen (Mike Martiny) Croyle, Amber (Thomas Stephenitch) Loschert; 17 great-grandchildren; brothers, Lawrence (Velma) Knueven and Elmer Knueven; sister, Marie Driscoll. Friends may call Sunday 3-5 p.m. at the EGAN-RYAN FUNERAL HOME, 403 E. Broad St. Mass of Christian Burial Monday 10:15 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Church, 414 E. North Broadway. Burial St. Joseph Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, friends who wish may contribute to her favorite charity Holy Family Soup Kitchen, 57 S. Grubb St., Columbus, OH 43215.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Feb. 24 to Feb. 27, 2011.

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Richard Mavis

February 27, 2011

I remember meeting Mrs. Croyle in '89 when the family was dealing with Steve's failing health and how strong she was and dealing with it head-on. That memory has and will be always with me. A wonderful family she raised.

Jude Fleshman

February 26, 2011

•May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead.
Jude and Naomi Fleshman

Rest in peace, Aunt Wilma.

February 24, 2011

Toni Anspaugh

February 24, 2011

Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Toni Anspaugh

The Families and Staff of Egan-Ryan Funeral Home

February 24, 2011

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