David Croy

Passed away Wednesday, April 14, 2010. Dave was born April 2, 1932 in Bronson, MI the son of Glenn B. and Lenora (Jackson) Croy and resided in Portage. He was employed by Consumers Energy, first as a tree trimmer and retired as a supervisor after 32 years. Dave was a long serving member of the Consumers Credit Union board. Dave served his country during the Korean War in the United States Army. On August 1, 1952, he married Vivian Williams, who preceded him in death on September 2, 1988. He was also preceded by his parents. While Dave LIVED with cancer, he never asked "why me", but rather "why not me". His positive attitude was an inspiration to other patients. Dave is survived by his Life Partner, Lexi Hakamaki of Portage; daughters, Denise Turner of Littleton, CO, Dale Croy of Portage and Diane (Ron) Meyers) of Portage; sons, Paul (Michaele) Hakamaki of St. Paul, MN and Ross (Casey) Hakamaki of Portage; grandchildren, Jamie (Brian) Washburn, Erin (Tony) Masura, Paul (Samantha) Turner, Ashley Meyers, Angela (Brian) Jackson, Samantha Meyers, Jason Hakamaki and Evan Hakamaki; great grandchildren, Westin, Riley, Eastin, Ashlynn and Vivian; sister, Glenda (Richard) Schubert; brothers, Denis (Jackie) Croy and Chris (Sheila) Croy; many nieces and nephews. A graveside committal service will be held on Monday at 9:30 AM at Mt. Ever-Rest Memorial Park. A Memorial Service to celebrate Dave's life will follow at 11:00 AM in the Lord of Life Lutheran Church, 9420 Portage Rd. The family will receive friends at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Portage Chapel, 411 E. Centre Ave. on Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Kalamazoo Gospel Mission or West Michigan Cancer Center.