In loving memory of

Jerome F. Croghan
June 30, 1924 - July 10, 2015

Jerome Francis Croghan, son of William and Helen (Keane) Croghan was born June 30, 1924 on a farm east of Woodbine and west of Panama, Iowa. He attended grade school near his home and high school at Modale, where he graduated in 1942. He was drafted into the United States Army in March of 1946 and honorably discharged in June of 1947. His service time was spent in the medical corps at Percy Jones, Battlecreek, MI and Madigan General Hospital, Tacoma, WA. On February 14, 1950 Jerome was united in marriage with Catherine Schmitz at St. Mary's Church in Panama. They were the parents of 13 children and operated a dairy farm southwest of Manning. Later Jerome worked at Struve Labs in Manning and Dunlap Livestock Auction in Dunlap. He made hundreds of afghans and quilts - giving them away, and many enjoyed by his children and grandchildren. He loved visiting with relatives and friends and had an amazing memory for family connections and history. He enjoyed family most of all, saying that his greatest gift was passing his faith on to his children. Jerome was a faithful member of Sacred Heart Parish in Manning. In 1991 shortly after retiring from the farm they moved to their new home south of Manning. Jerome enjoyed good health the majority of his active life and was able to remain at home after the death of his wife in 2002 until he was 91 years old. He entered Hospice at the Manning Plaza Nursing Home, just a few days before his death there on Friday, July 10, 2015, at the age of 91 years and 10 days. He is preceded in death by his parents; his wife Catherine Croghan; son Mark Croghan; and siblings Helen (Dave) Griffith, Bernadette (Edmond Kirlin/Paul Wise), James Croghan, Joseph Croghan, Peter (Adelaide) Croghan and Elizabeth Kohles. Survivors include Jerome's 12 children: Julia (Mike) Fitzgerald of Winfield, IL; Mary (David) Ensch of Madison, WI; Ruth (John) Callahan of Cedar Rapids; Peter (Lois) Croghan of Manning; daughter in law Carol Croghan of Sioux City; Joan (Rod) Young of Mt. Vernon; Dennis (Lynette) Croghan of Manilla; Owen (LuAnn) Croghan of Alton; Luke (Linda) Croghan of Manilla; William (Diana) Croghan of Centerpoint; Paul (Brenda) Croghan of Malvern; Alice (Phil) Kramer of Urbana, IA; and Catherine (Mark) Lechtenberg of Centerville; 52 grandchildren; 26 great grandchildren; brother Tom (Jean) Croghan of Omaha, NE; sisters in law Kathy Croghan of Virginia and Marge Croghan of Manning; brother in law Jim Kohles of Harlan; nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. Rev. John Gerald, Celebrant Rev. Robert Gralapp, Concelebrant Eucharistic Minister Lois Croghan Gift Bearers Alice Kramer Catherine Lechtenberg Lectors Julia Fitzgerald Ruth Callahan Joan Young Mass Servers Kianna and Cade Lechtenberg Music "Here I Am Lord" "Prayer of St. Francis" "Whatsoever You Do" "On Eagles Wings" Sacred Heart Choir Anne Muhlbauer, Organist Casket Bearers Peter Croghan Dennis Croghan Owen Croghan Luke Croghan William Croghan Paul Croghan Honorary Casket Bearers Tom Croghan Jim Kohles Interment Sacred Heart Cemetery, Manning, Iowa

Tributes

Pat Johnson Kirby wrote on Jul 19, 2015:

"Our sympathy to your family. Your dad was a special man - he raised great kids! Thoughts and prayers are with you in your loss"

Linda Goetz Sousa wrote on Jul 18, 2015:

"My deepest sympathy on losing your Dad.... I think back to our teenage years and fondly remember the good times and laughs shared with Catherine and Alice.. The times our parents worked together at church, or just sat and visited... I can only imagine the Heavens rejoicing on the welcoming of Jerome home! He Believed and he showed it! I remember how he was always so soft spoken and had such a way of gentleness about him, your mom too.. He will be forever remembered by the lives he touched... May God's peace help you all get through this loss... Even though time has distanced us, you are all in my thoughts & prayers... Find strength in the dawn of a new day, for He is with you. Linda Goetz Sousa"

Tim Blum wrote on Jul 15, 2015:

"My deepest sympathies."

rose irlbeck wrote on Jul 15, 2015:

"i wanted to extend my sympathies at the passing of your father. he was an amazing man and was very dedicated to his family. all of your memories will help to ease the grief i am sure you will feelprayers for all. ."

Jim and Mary Dick wrote on Jul 15, 2015:

"We are keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers. May God be with you as you grieve your father's passing."

Teresa Torkelson wrote on Jul 14, 2015:

"My sympathy to all of you."

Donna Mohr wrote on Jul 14, 2015:

"So sorry to hear of Jerome's passing. Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you. Larry & Donna (Spieker) Mohr"

Louie Wieland wrote on Jul 14, 2015:

"Our thoughts & prayers are with you all during this difficult time"

Amy Osborne wrote on Jul 14, 2015:

"Mr. Croghan was a lovely man and I was glad I got to know him a little over the two years I have owned the grocery store."

Brad Benton wrote on Jul 14, 2015:

"Jerome was the kindest man I ever met. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all the Croghan family. He was truly a patriarch of the community and will be greatly missed."

Denise Doyel wrote on Jul 14, 2015:

"Jerome Croghan Family, I have such fond memories of your dad and mom. They had so much patience and kindness to raise 13 wonderful children. They were so proud of all of you. Now they are together in heaven watching over you. God bless."

Sandi and Kent Gruhn wrote on Jul 14, 2015:

"Our thoughts and prayers to the whole family. We know a few of you, but thinking of all of you at this time."

Kay (Croghan) Minard wrote on Jul 14, 2015:

"Uncle Jerome was always smiling! I was fortunate enough to be a recipient of one of his beautiful afghans and think of every time I use it. God bless you and welcome home!"

LTC Richard H. Keilig Jr., and Carol Jane and F.. wrote on Jul 13, 2015:

"Catherine and Family, We are sorry to learn of the passing of your Dad. Sincerely, RHKJr."

Deborah (Fitzgerald) Hampshire wrote on Jul 13, 2015:

"Will miss you very much Grandpa! Love you!"

Pat and Betty Smith wrote on Jul 13, 2015:

"To the whole family, our thoughts and prayers are with you all. I know that he will continue to be by your side and guide you through daily life. Our love, Pat, Betty Smith and family"

Kenneth Borkowski wrote on Jul 13, 2015:

"So sorry to hear of Jerome's passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Croghan family. May God bless and be with you at this time of sorrow."

Lisa Sandoval wrote on Jul 11, 2015:

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