Troy was born July 20, 1965, in Lubbock, Texas to Willard and Vita Girdler.
He graduated from Grapevine High School in 1986.
Troy began his work career at McDonald’s and then moved on to hold positions with Sheraton Hotels, Marriott, Texas Hairlines, Cinemark Theatre, and the City of Grapevine.
For fun, Troy loved playing slot machines, movies, watching Wheel of Fortune & Press Your Luck, listening to retro music (especially 70’s & 80’s music), and bargain shopping.
He was preceded in death by his infant brother, Junior Girdler.
Troy is survived by his parents Willard & Vita Girdler of Roanoke, Texas, his son Robert Farrell of Grapevine, Texas, his sister Gloria Shew of Ft Worth, Texas.
In lieu of flowers, family request donations to https://gofund.me/cfa424ca
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.bluebonnethills.com for the Girdler family.
The family request that all attendees please wear a mask for the services of Mr. Girdler.