KROGER, Lawrence J. “Larry” Age 74 of Trotwood, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020 at his home. He was born in Dayton, Ohio on September, 13, 1946 to his parents, Robert C. & Mary Rita (Heck) Kroger. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Rita E. Kroger. Larry is survived by his daughter, Monica Buerk; 2 granddaughters, Ashlyn & Anslee; 4 siblings, Rita M. Kroger, Jerome (Delores) Kroger, Joyce (Steve) Kramer, and Roberta (Richard) Watts; and a host of nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends. Larry attended Chaminade & Patterson Co-op High Schools. When he was 16 years old, he started his career at Rike’s and worked there for 30 years. He then worked at Elder Beerman for 10 years until retirement. Larry enjoyed playing golf and visiting Sarasota, FL. His granddaughters were the light of his life. He will be dearly missed. A Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 AM Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2020 at Precious Blood Catholic Church. Family will receive friends at the church from 9:30 until the start of Mass. Interment will follow the service at Cedar Hill Cemetery in Trotwood. Condolences may be expressed online at www.RogersFuneralHomes.com