OBIT: John W. CROFT, 1948, born in Bedford County, PA

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JOHN W. CROFT, CONTRACTOR, DIES IN 90TH YEAR

  John W. Croft, well known retired contractor, died at the home of his 
daughter, Mrs. Mary E. Barnes of Hollidaysburg, at 10.45 o'clock Tuesday morning 
after a short illness.
  He was born in Bedford county on June 14, 1858, the son of Philip and Mary 
(Watson) Croft and was united in marriage with Miss Hannah E. Appleman in 
September 1879.
  Surviving are three daughters and one son: Mrs. Mary E. Barnes of 
Hollidaysburg, Mrs. Goldie E. Fetzer of Frankstown, Mrs. Amanda K. Rorabaugh of 
Altoona, and Howard A. Croft of Altoona.  Also surviving are 16 grandchildren, 
16 great-grandchildren, three nieces and two nephews.
  His wife preceded him in death as did one son, John A. Croft.  Mr. Croft spent 
most of his later life at his cottage at Linds Crossing.
  Mr. Croft was a building contractor and among his many achievements was work 
on the Roaring Spring blank book factory.  He also built many beautiful churches 
throughout surrounding towns.  Mr. Croft was a member of the Baptist church.
  Friends will be received at the Cramer VanAllman and Plank funeral home in 
Hollidaysburg after 7 o'clock this evening.

Hand-dated d. 1/27/1948.  Hoenstine Obituary Collection HC-01, page 43.

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