Dennis Mark Croff

Dennis Mark Croff of Rock Springs passed peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family at age 72 Oct. 1.

Dennis was born in North Tonawanda, N.Y., May 8, 1945. He was the youngest son of six children born to Lawrence and Gladys Croff.

He served in the U.S. Navy from May 17, 1962, to July 7, 1966, when he was honorably discharged. He married the love of his life Diane Stiefel May 15, 1970, in North Tonawanda, N.Y. Together they had two children and four grandchildren.

Dennis worked for General Chemical for 32 years. He was a jack of all trades, history buff, loved woodworking, stained glass making, crossword puzzles, hunting, and fishing.

Survivors include his wife of 47 years; Diane Croff of Rock Springs; daughter Danielle of Rock Springs; son Mark and his wife Carla of Rock Springs; two sisters, Brenda of Niagara Falls, N.Y., and Joyce of Indianapolis; and brother Jack of Niagara Falls, N.Y. Grandchildren surviving him are Samantha Newman, Alexandra Newman, Evan Croff, Eva Croff, all of Rock Springs, along with several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents Lawrence and Gladys, sister Linda, brother Bill and niece Rae.

A memorial service will take place at 11 a.m. Thursday at Holy Communion Episcopal Church on 2nd Street in Rock Springs.

Inurnment with military honors will take place at 2 p.m. Thursday at Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery.

Condolences for family can be left at http://www.foxfh.com.