Martha "Marty" M Croft's Obituary
Martha “Marty” M Croft of Fort Myers, Florida passed away peacefully on September 26, 2024. She was born October 7, 1928, to Joseph and Bertha (Glaser) Keul in Des Moines, IA.
At 95 years old she gained quite a legacy of family and friends. If you knew her, you loved her. Marty's motto could be summed up by, "No one is a stranger, just a friend I haven't met yet." She raised her 3 children to be kind, hardworking, grateful, faithful, family centered and focused to win at any card game. She was an incredible mother and dear friend to so many. Martha Maxine Keul McLoughlin Croft aged and passed with grace, faith, dignity, and beauty. Everyone will miss her smile that could light up a room.
Martha is preceded in passing by her beloved husbands, Donald McLoughlin and George Croft, as well as her son-in-law, Michael Locker. She leaves her loving memory with her children, David McLoughlin (Karen), Stephen McLoughlin (Susan), and Marjorie Locker, along with a large extended family.
Martha's family has entrusted Fort Myers Memorial Gardens with the tender care of her final arrangements. A mass celebrating Martha’s life will be held at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Pekin IL. Date is pending scheduling.
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