Sylvia Croop

CROOP, Sylvia (Schalnat), age 68 of West Alexandria, OH. was taken into God's loving arms Mon. Nov. 22, 2010 in Dayton.  She was born in Dayton on Dec. 15, 1941 to Walter and Margaret (Dudas) Schalnat.  She had graduated from Fairmont High School and also attended Sinclair College.  She had worked for Dayton Metropolitan Housing Authority.  She was a member of Salem Lutheran Church, West Alexandria, OH. and actively participated in the music programs and in the Alter Guild.  Sylvia was a volunteer for "We Care Arts" in Kettering and also a volunteer for the West Alexandria Food Bank.  She was a member of the Red Hat Society. She was a loving wife and mother.  She is survived by her husband of 21 years, Harold Croop, 2 sons, Victor of Milwaukee WI and Curtis of Portland, TN, one brother, Roger (Terry)  Schalnat of Kettering, OH., a niece, nephews, grand nieces and a grand nephew. She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother Wally Schalnat  Funeral services will be held 10:00 A.M. Sat. Nov. 27, 2010 at Salem Lutheran Church, West Alexandria, OH. with Rev. Brian Nunnally officiating.  Friends may call at the church on Saturday from 9:00 A.M. to 10:00A.M.  There will be a lunch following  the service for all who attend.  Donations may be made to Salem Lutheran Church or "We Care Arts", 3035 Wilmington Pike., Kettering, OH.  45429. For condolences: www.lindloffzimmerman.com