The message forum is an ongoing dialogue between our classmates. There are no items, topics, subtopics, etc.

Forums work when people participate - so don't be bashful! Click the "Post Response" button to add your entry to the forum and then click "Submit".

Johnny Sheffield

Dear Scotty 

our Lola will be miss but will always be in our hearts. 

May god bless you and your family at this time 

of need. 

Johnny and becky

Bill Traill

Scotty, My heart goes out to you on your loss. At least you know Lola is in a better place, no pain anymore. I am so sorry that I live so far away from all of you. It seems like only yesterday I learned of this website. It has brought back some wonderful memories and some sadness as well. This is not one of those happy times, but I am so glad that I have a way of knowing what is going on. God bless you and your Family.

Sharon Drapela

Dear Scotty, So sorry for the loss of your dear Lola. May God be with you and your family at this sad time. I am thinking of you and the kind person that you are,.God Bless.

Rick Strickland (Spouse Janet)

Lola will always be be there when your alone reach out to her remember unchained melody she will rest easy may you live long & prosper                janet & rick        death is only the begining

Kay Watters '65 (Greene)

Just want to check in, Happy Thanksgiving to all.  Saw Tony Maddox shopping for supplies at our local grocery store, Everything is OK with me,  Hope all is well with ya'll.

Scotty, so sorry to see this. Lola is in a much better place....our Lord does take care of all of us. Wayne take care.

Beau, the protector of all dogs, I understand, been there.

Teddie Jordan

I've known Scotty since my mom introduced us on our second day of Kindegarten at Oak Forest.  I still remember her words, "This looks like a nice boy". Together we shared many great boyhood adventures. After we graduated from Waltrip we would still see each other occasionally, usually at reunions every five or ten years. But as we all know and remember life, and kids, and jobs and mortgages get in the way and those years fly by and you just don't get to see your old friends as often as you would like. We saw him and thanked him when when he returned from Vietnam, we saw him and celebrated when he and Carolyn married, and we saw him and hugged him when Carolyn passed away in 1997. 

Then one day in December 2007, we were checking into the hotel at the Lauberge du lac Casino in Lake Charles and in the lobby I looked up, and there was that old familiar face. Scotty quickly introduced us to Lola and after talking for a few minutes we made plans to meet for lunch the next day. It is safe to say that by the end of that lunch Fran and I were both in love with Lola, we were already in love with Scotty, and not long after that they were married. As everyone who ever met her knows, Lola had a million dollar smile, a great sense of humor, and a very natural sweetness and easy East Texas way that just made you feel good every time you saw her. She also had that special twinkle in her eyes, especially when she talked about her family, and Scotty, and his family, who she  grew to love and who became one with her own. 

We last saw Lola at our Fall Fling in October when we walked out to the car with them as they were leaving. (One more reason to attend every get together you can). There is no doubt that Lola is in a better place now, and that she, and God, will take just as good care of Scotty and all of her loved ones from Heaven as she did while she was here on earth. Rest in peace sweet Lola.

Scotty Croom

teddy,thanks for those kind words.. i know that i can depend on you to support and comfort me as we have done for each other ,for more years than we can remember....had good day at larry's w/ them,their kids, katherine' mom and step dad....talked w/my grandaughters , express  love, and told them doodah would see them soon....

Pat Brantley (Ross)

Scotty I am so sorry for your pain in losing Lola.  I pray that God will hold you close during this time of mourning.  

Henny Banning

Dear-Dear Scotty,  I am so sorry.  Lola was a special friend to all, so loved by

each of us. 

God be with you and all of yours...we love you.  May Lola RIP...

Much love, henny

Jackie Crowe (Finch)

Continued prayers for our dear Scotty and his family. Memorial Service for our precious, Lola, will be Saturday, December 5 at 10:30 a.m. God Bless.

Scotty posted on Facebook

Memorial Service for Lola will be Saturday, December 5th at 10:30am at Dignity Memorial Funeral Home on Kingsland, Katy, West of Interstate 99..reception to follow..visitation 10-10:30am...

William Donald Ansley

Scotty, our deepest sympathies and regrets over the loss of the Mrs.  I know this is hard for you and the family especially at this time of the year.  May the Lord be with all of you, bring you peace and help you through this difficult time. 

Jenny Taylor (Williams)

Scotty,

I am so sorry for your loss.  I just wanted you to know that I am thinking about you and praying for you and your family during this really difficult time.  Love to you and yours,

Jenny

Teddie Jordan

Scotty, I think I've  told you this before, but Doodah has got to be the coolest grandpa name of all time.

Carolyn Lamb (Nelson)

Dear Scotty,  I am so sorry to hear about your sweet, Lola!  I know you will miss her terribly!  Please know that I am thinking of you and praying that God will grant you peace and comfort!  

Susan Howard (Bowman)

Jackie Crowe (Finch)

Lola Louise Croom (Grimes) passed away in Katy, TX. on Nov. 25, 2015, at the age of 72 years. 

She was born on July 13, 1943, in Frankston, Texas, to Albert and Georgia Grimes.

Lola was employed and retired from Katy ISD in 2009 after 35 years as a school bus driver.  She was also employed with Wal-Mart (Fry Rd.) for 20 years and retired in 2005.  She is remembered by all for her love of her family, her big smile, her laughter and her appreciation for everyone she ever met.  She was a sweet, loving soul who always thought of others more than herself. A resident of Katy, TX for over 40 years, she enjoyed the Katy Tigers, her hometown Frankston Indians and the New Orleans Saints.

She is survived by her husband, Scotty Croom; son, Matt Smith and his wife Kelli; grandchildren, Makaila, Mallory and Marshall Smith of Richmond, TX; grandson, Jordan Smith of Cypress, TX; her sister Joyce Kiefer and niece Kathleen Kiefer of San Antonio, TX.; and her continued loving family of Larry Croom and his wife Katherine.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Albert and Georgia Grimes, her nephew Michael Kiefer and her son Mark Smith.

The family will celebrate Lola’s wonderful life and receive friends from 9:00-10:30 am, with the service beginning at 10:30 am on Saturday December 5^th, 2015, at the Katy Funeral Home- Dignity Memorial.  Chaplain Bill Cork of Katy VFW Post 9182 will be officiating. Interment will be at Veterans Memorial Cemetery- Houston at a later date.

The family would like to thank the following for their compassionate care of Lola during her journey.  Dr. Mark Bing, Dr. William Curry, Dr. Cheng-Huai Ruan, the nurses of Memorial Hermann- Katy Hospital and the staff of Vantage Hospice.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you contribute to the American Association for the Study of Liver Disease (AASLD.org) or the charity of your choice.

Katy Funeral Home

23350 Kingsland Blvd, KATY, TX 77494 | 281-395-7070 | MAP

Teddie Jordan

Henny, we enjoyed your poem.

And it is so true.

Patricia Williamson (Williams)

Scottie, 

I want say how sorry I am for your loss  my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time 

Fondly,

Pat Williams

Jeannie Vickery (Swanson)

Scotty, I was so very sorry to learn about Lola's death, and please know that my heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this extremely difficult time.  I, like many of our classmates, know first hand the immense sadness and loss that fills your heart, body, mind and soul when our beloved spouse makes the transition from this earth to the eternal home that God has prepared.  I did not know Lola, however, based on the many kind words written about her, she must have been a very lovely lady and loved by all who knew her.  The beautiful memories you have of your life together will go a long way in replacing sadness with joy in the days ahead.  May God Almighty comfort and strengthen you and your family, and remember that Lola's spirit will forever live in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.  I have learned that grief, as painful as it can be at times, is the price we pay when we truly love someone.  God Bless.

Jimmie Sue Roach (Nation)

Scotty, I was so, so sorry to hear about your sweet Lola.  She was always a delight to visit with and I loved her million dollar smile.  I remember asking her at last years reunion how she was feeling. She said to me, "Oh you know, good days and bad days but today is a good day.". I think, regardless of how she felt, it was always a good day.  Loved her spunk.  I was Blessed to have known her and I know you will miss her terribly.  I Pray God gives you peace and comfort.

 Love you!  Jimmie Sue

Lynell Carapezza (Johnson)

Dear sweet Scotty, I was so sorry to hear about Lola. I always so enjoyed chatting with you guys as we planned and attended some of the reunions. She was always so sweet and caring with you. You were so blessed to have her in your life and you will have memories to cherish for ever. I so wish I could be with you this morning but I had eye surgery Thursday and am face down in a special chair for the next week and unable to drive. My heart will be with you to help you praise the wonderrful gift in your life that was Lola,.Be strong and know that you have so much support from your many friends. 65 years is a long time for friendships and we are all blessed to have had each other so very long. God bless you.

Scotty Croom

thanks for all the kind words from everyone..hope all heal from whatever is a ptoblem soon..we had a beautiful service...chapel was filled ...our waltrip family gave me overwhelming support, along w/ vets, jc's and family....i hope i got to speak to each of you ...  at a later date we will speak more...

Henny Banning

Dear-Dear Scotty...What a beautiful...Celebration of your/our dear Lola's

life, here on EARTH...The music was glorious...each of you speaking with

such heartfelt love...precious grandson, granddaughters, Matt, Your words,

and your special reporter friend.  It was so, full of meaning.  How

fortunate we are, to have been a part of Lola's life.  Again, your music

selections...so meaning and powerful.  May Lola RIP.

Love, Roric and Henny

William "Butch" Ginder

SCOTTY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS I KNOW THIS IS A HARD TIME OF THE YEAR BUT SOUNDS LIKE YOU HAVE A GREAT FAMILY IF YOU EVER NEED SOMEONE TO TALK TO JUST CALL                                                                            BUTCH

Beau Wann, Jr.

Hey all yall...been having a heck of a time trying to log on to the internet...got a new WI-FI machine, and still not doing very well in the log on dept...going to buy a wi-fi extended range piece of gear, and see how that works...I think it must be a setting in my computer...going to compare my settings with Dianes computer and see how if that solves the problem...here's hoping...

It was so good seeing a lot of our classmates Saturday at Lolas memorial...sorry it had to be under those circumstances...

I left rather abruptly, and didnt say goodbye...was hurting beyond all belief...forgot my meds...forgot my manners....havent had much sleep lately because Cooper sleeps in the daytime and then is up all night barking even with all the pain meds he is on...and my hearing has gotten so bad, (not bad enough that I cant hear Coopers bark) 

 even with my 2 thousand dollar hearing aids, I'm only able to pick up a word or two in any conversation...sounds like everyone is speaking a foreign language...sure makes it hard to include myself in any conversation without having people repeat everything a half dozen times....quit watching TV because of that very reason...closed caption works only half of the time...cant even carry on a conversation with my beloved...sorta getting lonely in my whirld...

so, I apologize to all that I saw at the memorial service, for leaving without saying goodbye...just hurting and tired and frustrated for not being able to hear...

Been beautiful last couple O days...but I hear that's going to change this weekend...trying to get things done outside before the rains set in...

our new puppy, Dixie Belle Lee, is such a hoot...she has full use of her teeth for chewing things up, and her front paws for digging for truffles...or grub worms...she and Jack dig small holes and then they eat whatever they  are digging up...I do hope it's trufflles and not worms...yuk....

She dug up one of my peach trees...she was severely reprimanded...I put her in time out, cept she didnt want to stay in time out...more like time in...I left a roll of paper towels outside, and only forgot them for a couple of minutes...next thing I saw, was a flash of white heading around the yard...you leave anything unattended, and that lady just has a field day with it...she and Jack just rough house all over the yard...They have no problem sleeping day or night...

whoever said money cant buy happiness, has never had a puppy...and proves the age old axiom, "there's no such thing as a free puppy"......she jumps on the couch and snuggles up next to me and kisses me on the cheek, and then goes plumb unconscious....I have that affect on the ladies I suppose...sorta swoon, eh what?

Scotty, our thoughts and prayers are with you...maybe I can head down that way ever now and then,  you can pick the restaurant, and I'll buy lunch for us...

well, time to see if this will post...