Jack Roger Croft<br/>June 1931 - August 2014

Passed away peacefully at home in Arroyo Grande, CA.
He was born in Orange County, CA, to Glenn & Velma Croft of Costa Mesa. He graduated Newport Harbor HS in 1949. In 1950, he was activated into the Army, 224th Reg and served as a Radioman (Sgt) in Korea. Jack attained a degree in Petroleum Technology and in 1966, along with three partners he started United Directional Drilling Company, which provided services for all the major oil companies. He is survived by his wife, Deanne, his children, Michael and Lori, Dean, Jennifer and David Sansone, Elisabeth and Wassim Nehme. Six grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. He was a quiet, unassuming man with a loving heart and generous spirit who made a deep impression on those around him. He will be missed by family and many friends at home and abroad. Arrangements by Reis Mortuary.

No service by request. Donations maybe made to the Alzheimer’s Association.