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Croft; Lydia Cecelia

October 22, 2010 18 Condolences

In Memorial

Croft, Lydia C. , 86 of Riverdale, Queens Co. , passed away quietly on Oct. 21, 2010 at South Shore Regional Hospital, Bridgewater.

Born in Riverdale, she was the daughter of the late Henry Osmond and Annie Sophia (Hirtle) Croft.

Perhaps best remembered for her sharp wit and polished social graces, Lydia touched the lives and hearts of many through her roles as homemaker, school bus driver and cook. Her love of the outdoors afforded her great success in hunting and fishing and her fly tying skills were enjoyed by (among others) actor Robert Young and Queen Elizabeth II. In addition to helping raise two family generations, Lydia was both a Cancer survivor and a self-taught reader, testaments to her strength of character and will.

Lydia is survived by her son Alex (Amy) Croft of Riverdale, daughter Audrey Croft-Spencer, Melbourne Florida, grandsons Jason (Catherine) Croft, Truro, and  Patrick (Catherine) Spencer, USA. Grandaughter Lydia Spencer, Florida , and four great grandchildren.

She was predeceased by her husband Perry Croft .

Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool with a private family service at a later date. Donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Canadian Diabetes Association. Online condolences may be made at www.chandlersfuneral.com.

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  1. Deb and Chuck Taylor

    October 23, 2010 at 3:44 am

    Alex and Family ,we are so sad to hear of your Mom’s passing, she lived a good long and interesting life on the Medway and you have these memories to cherish .
    May she rest in peace and may you be strong with the Love of your friends and family.

  2. Susan Levy

    October 23, 2010 at 4:04 am

    Alex & Amy; Sorry to hear of Lydia’s passing as I know you will miss her. May it bring you some peace of mind to know she is no longer in any pain. Take care my friends.

  3. Judi Maillett

    October 23, 2010 at 5:06 am

    Alex , Amy & family,What a great life your Mother lived.Memories will help you to remember that.. In my thoughts & prayers.Judi(Whynot) Maillett

  4. Barry & Connie Cole

    October 23, 2010 at 8:09 am

    Alex & Amy, and Family, I have known your Mother in my early years and have done electrical work for her along with her delicious cookies. You were very lucky to have a great Mom like Her. Keep all your good memories of your Mom in your heatrs always. Barry & Connie Cole

  5. Darlene Trimm

    October 23, 2010 at 11:13 am

    Sorry to hear of your moms’ passing.You have some great memorys of her in your life, she was a great person.

  6. Nancy Whynot

    October 23, 2010 at 11:55 am

    Alex I am sorry for the lost of your Mother. Times like this we need to remember the smiles and good times to keep us going. I remember her fondly.
    Nancy Whynot (Anthony)

  7. Allen & Debbie Conrad

    October 23, 2010 at 8:02 pm

    Alex, Amy & family, are deepest sympathys on the passing of your Mom I remember her from when I was a young girl going there with my Mom with Avon she was a cherised lady. Now the memories you have will strenghten you day by day until you meet again, you are in our prayers. Allen & Debbie (Zwicker) Conrad

  8. Joe&Melba Hubbard

    October 24, 2010 at 2:39 pm

    Dear Alex,Amy-Audrey& family;
    so sorry to hear of the passing of your dear mother.
    please know that our thoughts and prayer are with you at this difficult time. melba

  9. brenda lawrence /jim hubley

    October 24, 2010 at 6:20 pm

    alex,amy and family. sorry to hear that your mom passed away alex. im sure you have fond memories of your mom to cherish forever . sincere sympathy to the family . brenda and goose .

  10. Violet Rhyno and Gary downton

    October 25, 2010 at 3:09 am

    So sorry to hear of the loss of your mom and grandmother! Our prayers and thoughts are with you!

  11. Susan Nowe

    October 25, 2010 at 8:22 am

    Alex and Family

    Thinking of you.

    Sue

  12. Nina Vaughn-Cooper

    October 25, 2010 at 12:16 pm

    Amy and Alex …so sorry to hear of your loss. Truly a special and unique lady. May God hold you in his heart during this difficult time…..

  13. Freda Muise

    October 25, 2010 at 12:51 pm

    Sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you at this
    difficult time

  14. Donna and David Dicks

    October 25, 2010 at 12:54 pm

    Sorry to hear of your loss. Sincere sympathy to the family.

  15. Donnie (Bucky) & Brenda Vaughn

    October 25, 2010 at 3:58 pm

    Dear Alex & Amy….So very sorry for your loss . Your mom was a very special lady & always a joy to talk to, she will be missed. Hang on to all the good memories , & she will always be with you .
    God will be very gentle with her !!!

  16. Nancy Anthony

    October 26, 2010 at 11:37 am

    To the Croft family: I was sorry to hear of Lydia’s passing, my sincere sympathy to all of you.

  17. Joy and Alex Melanson

    October 27, 2010 at 2:07 pm

    Dear Alex and Amy and family;
    Please accept out sincere condolences on Lydia’s passing. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. xo

  18. Donnie and Marlene Croft

    November 6, 2010 at 5:53 pm

    We would like to send our love and Prayers to you Alex and Amy and Family …Lydia was a fine lady and treated everyone very kindly .She will be missed xo

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