Donald J. Croyle known as “Pinky” to those who knew him well. He was born and raised by loving parents- Bill and Garnett. He had two brothers (Bill and Gary) and one sister (Kay). He loved the south and lived in Forest City/Altamonte Springs for 50 years. He loved his family and his extended family and help and cared for them in any way he could. He had many friends for whom he cared deeply. He served in the U.S. Army- infantry (Korean War) for 4 years. Active and Reserve. He was an avid golfer. He loved to play the many courses thru out Florida and other southern states. He enjoyed hunting small game and deer hunting and that made him a collector of guns. But his love of animals made him a farmer at heart. He always owned many animals, horses, burro, chickens and dogs. At the end of his life, his best friends and companions were his dogs, Cannonball and Boomer. Cannonball died a few months before him and boomer laid sadly by his side 24 hours a day before his death. He graduated from Stetson University with a Bachelor’s Degree and earned a Master’s Degree at Rollins College. Formerly he was a Revenue Agent for the State of Florida. He was employed in physical training and sports for Seminole County Schools and ended his work career as an Attendance Officer for the Seminole County Schools. He also belonged to the Lodge Master Mason’s- Armstrong 239, Scottish Rite 32 Mason, Winter Park Lodge Consistory, Shriners – Orlando Chapter, National Riflemen’s Association, American Legion and Florida Sportsmen’s Associations. He was ready to meet his Lord and Savior. He said his work on earth was finished and “he prayed that God would look kindly on him when the Book of Life is read”. This quote was his own words. His family loved him very much and we wish him well on this final journey.
In lieu of flowers the family request donations be made to:
Methodist Children’s Home
51 Main Street
Enterprise, Florida 32725
Service
Visitation
Loomis Funeral Home Chapel
420 West Main Street, Apopka, Florida 32712
10:30am - 11:30am
Service
Loomis Funeral Home Chapel
420 West Main Street, Apopka, Florida 32712
11:30am
Lance and Susie Frankham says
Hey Cuz, we pray your wishes will be fulfilled, even though we are certain of the outcome. You were more than a cousin. You were the best friend anyone could ask for.
God bless you and keep you.
Lance and Susie Frankham
Pamela Boyer says
Dear Kay and Gary (Babe), Just wanted to let you know I am thinking of you both. I know Don will be missed. I have enjoyed many conversations with him and will miss his calls on my Birthday. Love to you both.. your cousin, Pamela
Jeff Croyle says
Cousin Don,
You were more than a family relation, you were a friend and great conversationalist. I will miss you and the hours that we spoke. I am so thankful for the time we spent visiting you on our last trip to FL.
I am sure that we will resume our friendship, where it has been paused, in the future.
Babe & Kay, you have my condolences for your brother Pinky.
Your Cuz and Friend,
Jeff Croyle
Albert B. Croyle "Brud" says
I was very saddened to hear of the passing of my old “Cuz, Pinky.” I have a lifetime of memories of times spent with him to cherish. I will truly miss our hour + long phone conversations.
My deepest sympathies to cousins “Babe” and Kay and families. Wish I could be there, but circumstances do not allow.