Douglas J. Kroft

 

Douglas J. Kroft, 66, a lifetime resident of Wabash, Indiana passed away at 6:08 p.m. Friday, May 16, 2025, at his residence surrounded by his wife and children. He was born on June 2, 1958, to Dale and Donna (Rhoades) Kroft in Wabash, Indiana.

Doug was a 1976 graduate of Southwood High School. He married Amy A. Vrooman on September 9, 1979. Doug was a self-employed contractor owning Kroft Construction in Wabash, Indiana and also, Crystal Glass and Exteriors in Wabash, Indiana. He was a member of the National Hotrod Association, he also attended Asbury Country Church in Wabash, Indiana. Doug was a devoted hard worker; he loved to teach his skills to family and friends. He enjoyed woodworking and finding reasons to tinker with his race car, he always had to be working on something. Doug also enjoyed spending time with his family, friends, his racing family, and attending his grandchildren's activities.  

Doug is survived by his devoted wife, Amy Kroft of Wabash, Indiana; two sons, Tyler (Laura) Kroft of Wabash, Indiana, Cody Kroft of Indianapolis, Indiana; one daughter, Kristin (Jon) Goodrich of Wabash, Indiana; five grandchildren, Presley Kroft, Jensen Kroft, Dallis Kroft, Denver Goodrich, Oakland Goodrich, all of Wabash, Indiana; two brothers, Dan Kroft of North Hollywood, California, Darin Kroft of King George, Virginia; one sister-in-law, Amy L. Kroft of Wabash, Indiana; mother-in-law, Carolyn Vrooman of Wabash, Indiana; cousin, Terry (Tammy) Hobbs of Wabash, Indiana. He is also survived by many special nieces and nephews that were involved throughout his life. He is preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Dennis Kroft and David Kroft. 

Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at McDonald Funeral Home, Wabash Chapel, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992, with Pastor Mike Bullick officiating.

Visitation for friends and family will be from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at the funeral home.

Preferred memorials can be made to Wabash County Cancer Society or Asbury Country Church in care of McDonald Funeral Homes. 

McDonald Funeral Homes, Wabash Chapel, 231 Falls Avenue, Wabash, Indiana 46992, have been trusted with Doug Kroft's final arrangements.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.mcdonaldfunerals.com