Obituary: Stephen Lewis Croy, 72

 

Stephen Lewis Croy, 72, of Roanoke Virginia, passed away at Roanoke Memorial Hospital on December 29, 2024 after a brief illness, surrounded by his family.

Steve was born July 26, 1952, in Covington VA, the son of Earl W. Croy and Betty Mae Wood Croy, both of whom preceded him in death. Like all kids of a certain age raised in Rivermont, his childhood provided many lifelong friends and cherished memories of a young man’s days on the “hill”. When his friends and family gathered, those good times were always a primary topic of conversation.

Steve’s work career took him from Hercules in Covington to Hercules in Houston Texas, then back to Roanoke Virginia where he worked mostly in transportation, which he enjoyed, and allowed him to be close to his family and friends, which he enjoyed even more.

Steve is survived by his two children, daughter, and son-in-law Brianne Croy Gilbert and husband Mark, and son Matthew B. Croy, grandchildren Nikolas Croy and Jordan and Avery Gilbert, sisters and brothers in-law Linda Sue Croy Owens and husband John, Cathy Croy Rice and husband Steve, and one niece, Macie Rice and Austin Taylor.

Steve was a big man with an even bigger personality. His joy came from time spent with those he loved. Laughing, joking, picking and reminiscing with family and friends was deemed as good as it gets.

Per his wishes, Steve’s remains were cremated and his family will honor him with an intimate memorial service.

The family wishes to thank his many friends for their prayers and well wishes during this trying time. We truly appreciate it.