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David Droog Obituary
David Allen Droog, Sr., 85, of Rustburg, VA, went home to heaven peacefully on Saturday, January 18, 2025, at his home after a short illness. He was born on July 22, 1939, on Tomahawk Dairy Farm in Campbell County, to the late Kors Droog and Ellen Dobyns Droog.
A graduate of Rustburg High School, he proudly served in the United States Navy from 1960 to 1964 in the engine room of the USS Leahy and USS Eaton, and was involved in the Bay of Pigs.
He retired from BWXT in 1998 after 32 years as a warm roll operator. He was a charter member of Temple Baptist Church, serving as deacon, Sunday school teacher, usher, youth camp, kids camp, and Children's Church for 51 years. He was a member of Gospel Light Baptist Church.
David is survived by his wife of 57 years, Sandra Hall Droog; children, Wendy Droog Posey (Randy) of Anmoore, WV, David Droog Jr. of Rustburg, VA, Benjamin Droog (Tiffany) of Crew, VA, Philip Droog Sr. (April) of Gretna, VA, Daniel Droog (Marcy) of Rustburg, VA, and Sarah Droog Owens of Gladys, VA; grandchildren, Stanley, Sr., David III, Joseph, Andrew, Rebekah, Jacob, Johanna, Caroline, Philip, Jr., Ruth, Rose, and Ruby; step-grandchildren, Renee, Hayley, and Collin; great-grandchildren, Stanley, Jr., and Lyla; sisters, Mary Ellen Getz (Grayson) of Quicksburg, VA, Judy Evans (Jim) of Concord, VA.
A family visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, January 23, 2025, at Tharp Funeral Home, Lynchburg. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, January 24, 2025, at Tharp Funeral Home, Lynchburg, with Pastor Brian Warren officiating. Burial will follow the funeral service at the Dodson Family Cemetery, 1211 Dodson Drive, Rustburg, VA, with Rev. Robert Lee officiating.
The family would like to thank the Hospice Care Workers and The Care Advantage Workers.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Rustburg Fire Department or the Rustburg Life Saving Crew.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family. To send condolences please visit tharpfuneralhome.com.
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David and Jeanette Witt
January 24, 2025
Sandra and family,
We were so sorry to hear of passing of your loving husband. We will always remember Mr. Droog and his love for our savior, Jesus. He was a great pillar of Faith and we were always encouraged by his quiet genuine Faith in Jesus. Praise God he has met his savior Face to Face and we will all meet again one day.
Love and prayers
David and Jeanette Witt
Catherine Whitten
January 24, 2025
Sandra and family,
I am so sorry to hear of home going of your awesome husband. He was a great friend to all who knew him. Sending lots of LOVE and PRAYERS
Your Best Friend
Catherine Whitten
The Griffins, Bob and Barbara
January 22, 2025
We knew David as a kind neighbor for over 30 years. He kept active on his bike while keeping Poorhouse road spotless. If litterers are allowed in heaven, David will soon have them squared away. Our prayers are with his loved ones.
Becky Sexton Adkins
January 22, 2025
My thoughts and prayers are with the family , I remember Mr. Droog and his wife when I was a kid up until a young adult at Temple he was always so kind and seemed like a gentle caring man. May God give you peace in knowing he is in Heaven with his Savior
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