Patrick Riley Croley, Jr.

Mr. Patrick Riley Croley Jr of Hope Mills, NC (Grays Creek) peacefully, and unexpectedly went home to be with our Lord on July 5th, 2024.

Pat was born at Cape Fear Valley Hospital June 13, 1968 to Patrick SR and Dixie Croley.

Pat was a loving, dedicated and proud father to his only child, Patrick Riley Croley III. Together they forged unforgettable memories.

He spent most of his life in Cumberland County NC, but as an Army brat, he also had found memories of living in Germany and Massachusetts. He graduated in 1987 from 71st High School, and went on to get his associate degree at Fayetteville Tech.

Pat was a Ford Senior Master Technician and dedicated almost 38 years of life to his profession. He spent most all of his leisure time with friends and family; camping; fishing; boating; riding side by sides; horseback riding; on his Harley; traveling and the list goes on. 

Pat is proceeded in death by his father, Patrick Riley Croley SR (Cindi) of Paulden, AZ; he is survived by his son, Patrick Riley Croley III of Grays Creek, NC ; his beloved mother Dixie Croley of Beaufort, SC; his sister Charlotte Rose (Mickey) of Roswell, GA and Beverly Lloyd (Chris) of Beaufort, SC; his brother Craig Serody of New Orleans, LA; his sister Dawn Serody of Wilmington, NC; numerous nieces and nephews; and his dog Ellie-May.

Pat was a fantastic father, son, brother, uncle and friend! He was a man you could rely on, with no questions asked. 

He will be greatly missed and was dearly loved.

July 20th, at 4pm a Celebration of Life will be hosted by the family. Please contact Riley Croley for details.