On November 30, 1949 the world was changed forever. David K. Croshaw, son of George Vernal and Arvilla Croshaw, the man voted "Most Fun to be With" in high school, marathon runner, podiatrist, woodworker, hole-digger, friend, bishop, dedicated home teacher, temple worker and most importantly father (and now grandfather) was born.
They say that as children grow, those who have highly involved fathers often do better in some areas of development than children who have less involved fathers. They tend to become better at solving problems and handling frustrations, more socially skilled, more understanding of others' feelings, and better at dealing with a variety of people. They also say that active fathering contributes to a child's sense of humor and eagerness to explore and learn. I think it's obvious from your many well-adjusted children, that you have fulfilled your role as an "active" father well. ;-)
None of us would be here without you, and we definitely wouldn't be the people we are without having had you in our lives! You are an amazing example of hard work and dedication to the important things in life. Your sense of humor and kindness to all has made you a favorite among the young men in the East Stake, among your growing number of sons & daughters-in-law and among your grandchildren. Your generosity has blessed all of our lives in more ways than one. Your unshakeable testimony of the gospel and true principles continues to inspire us, and is making each of us better for it. We love you very much, daddy (David), and hope you have a wonderful birthday!
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I wanted to post a comment, but what more is there to say? I think Leslie summed up what we all feel. I feel strongly about the
2nd paragraph. You have been very involved in my life from the time I can remember. I remember the "dates" we used to have with you. I remember going to the Westwood Fun Center and playing arcade games and mini golf and batting cages. I seem to remember you were a fan of Centipede. I think we all turned out the way we are because you and Mom always encouraged us to do the things we wanted to and never discouraged us. I was never told I couldn't do anything but encouraged to work hard and do our best.
It's been hard to be far away from you for the past 5+ years, but I know soon we will be closer. I hope you had a great birthday.
We miss you,
Colin , Lori, & kids
Happy Birthday dad!! I agree with Colin, Leslie pretty much said it all. You are the best!! You are such a good grandpa, my kids love you sooooo much! Thanks for always being such a good example to me. I love you.
Sorry this is so late, but happy birthday dad!! Your birthday should be a national holiday or something :) Love you!
Dana
Everything they said! Totally agree! Thanks for being such an enabler, and for bequeathing to me a small portion of your eye for perfection - it's especially helpful in school! Glad I got to see you on your big day! Love you!
It is better late than never and I want you to know you are my favorite son-in-law. You and Debby are a perfect duo and I am so proud of both of you. Thank you, David, for all of the wonderful trips dad and I have gone on, the amazing things we have seen and enough memories to last a life time made possible by your generosity. You are amazing and I love you as my own.
Love always,
now how do i sign this? mom, grandma, cathy or gladys?
We all love you.
Thanks everyone. I'm not sure I'm all that, but its nice to know you think so.
Dad/David
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