Joseph Croft

Joseph Alfred Croft, 91, of Rochester, New Hampshire, passed away peacefully in his home on December 13, 2024. Born in Salem, MA, he was a veteran of the United States Navy. Beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, he cherished the time he spent with his family, and he loved playing the guitar and singing. Joe was an avid outdoorsman who loved hiking in the White Mountains, and fishing with family and friends. 

He is survived by his children and their spouses; Joseph Croft (Nathalie) of Oregon, Charles Croft (Liz), Andréa Dent (Tim), and Brigette Sanborn (Nate) all of New Hampshire, and Sean Croft of Colorado. He is survived by 11 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. Soon, three more great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild will be born, and he was happy to know that those babies were on the way. Joe was predeceased by his wife, Eileen, and his son, Kevin. 

ARRANGEMENTS: The family plans a veteran's interment ceremony at The New Hampshire State Veterans' Cemetery in Boscawen, NH, and a Celebration of Life for spring of 2025. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly suggests donations to the Appalachian Mountain Club, or the Wounded Warrior Project. Assisting the family with arrangements is the Cremation Society of NH, Hampton.