William H. Crofford

Passed March 8, 2026

Sterling, KS

The passing of William H. Crofford (Sterling, Kansas) leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on March 8, 2026 at the age of 91. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his wife Mary Ann; his parents, Daniel Crofford and Opal Crofford; his brothers-in-law, Marshall King and John Butcher; his brother Dan Crofford; his sister-in-law Leona; and his niece Linda Butcher King.

He is survived by: his sisters, Mary Crofford, Ernestine King and Margie Butcher; his daughters, Kathy Crofford of Sterling, KS and Janelle (Larry Prothro) of Salina, KS.; his grandson Graham Prothro of Salina, KS.; his stepgranddaughters, Audra Prothro and Megan Alameda (Taylor) of Oregon; and his stepgreat-grandchildren, Logan Prothro, Grace and Cosmo Alameda.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, March 15th 2026 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Birzer Funeral Home (203 N 7th St, Sterling, KS 67579). A funeral service will be held on Monday, March 16th 2026 at 2:00 PM at the same location.

Memorials may be given to the Sterling Village in care of Birzer Funeral Home, Sterling.

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