Susan L. Croak, 75, of Union Twp. passed away unexpectedly early Friday morning, February 7, 2025, at her home.

Mrs. Croak was born August 18, 1949, in New Castle, a daughter of the late William and Isabelle (Rzymski) Fraley, and was a 1967 graduate of Union High School.

A loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, Susan dedicated her life to caring for those she loved. She had a passion for constantly redecorating the interior of her home and also enjoyed spending free time with her sisters and daughter - especially while shopping. The greatest joy of her life was becoming "Nana" to her beloved granddaughters, Tori and Kali, and grandson, Noah.

Susan was a member of the Holy Spirit Parish of New Castle - St. Mary's Church.

Her beloved husband of 48 years, Anthony C. Croak, whom she married January 7, 1977, survives at home.

Susan is also survived by her daughter, Lori Sye (Michael), of Ellwood City; a sister, Charlene Lofaro, of Neshannock Twp.; three grandchildren, Tori, Kali, and Noah; and several nieces and nephews.

Besides her parents, Susan was preceded in death by her sister, Gayle Cione; two nephews, Michael and Scott Stoner; and her lifelong friend, Susan Mele.

Calling hours will be 4 to 6 p.m. Monday (2-10-25) in J. Bradley McGonigle Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 111 W. Falls St., New Castle.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday (2-11-25) in Holy Spirit Parish - St. Mary's Church, 124 N. Beaver St., New Castle, PA, with Rev. Ben Barr, Pastor, as celebrant.

Interment will immediately follow in St. Mary Cemetery, Union Twp.