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for James Cronin
October 11, 2007
Peggie (Adinolfi) Houghton
October 2, 2007
Ruth, I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your husband. I didn't know him, but DO KNOW he must have been a VERY special man.
Please know I am thinking of you and your family.
Jim - my love - June 2006
September 30, 2007
Mary (oh that mary) Healey
September 26, 2007
Watching Jim suffer so much over the past several months has been heartbreaking. He was so lucky to have Ruth and Mary to care for him. I envied the way he would try to sit up straighter and get more power in his voice when the kids came to see him...he didn't want them to know how sick he was, and I don't think they did...
One day recently I asked Jim how he was doing. He said "I'm doing fine, it's your sister and your neice that need help". I am sure it was his funny way of saying they need "help" while at the same time hoping we would all take care of them. There was always a sensitivity behind his sarcasm. I will miss you Jim. Who else is going to let me practice my nursing and hairdressing skills on them?
John Carroll
September 25, 2007
We will look back on all the GREAT TIMES we had with Jim and Ruthie (BC Games, Hampton, Kitty Whist) and smile. Jim had the best facial expressions, was smart, funny and a loyal friend. We will truly miss him.
Love ya Jim
John and Colleen
terri conway
September 25, 2007
Jim came into our families lives when I was very young. I loved spending time at Ruthie and Jim's, and always felt welcomed. I hardly remember what it was like before Jim, Deb, and Mike became a part of this family. I think Jim brought a different kind of humor than many of us were used to. Sometimes you'd question weather he was serious or kidding, but you'd always realize sooner or later he was kidding by the next joke. I will miss his strong presence, and the way he always lovingly teased me and the kids in this family. There will be an empty seat at the Thanksgiving table and a void in my heart that can never be replaced. Thanks for the wonderful memories.
Jeff Conway
September 24, 2007
Many of my earliest, and fondest memories are of the great times we have had spending the summers at the cottage. Those memories of spending the summer with Jim and the rest of the family will stay with me forever. Jim was a great guy, and I will miss him.
Kristen Landers
September 24, 2007
James cronin was a well respected guy with a great sense of humor. Thanks to Uncle Jimmy I have many wonderful childhood memories of being at the beach. You will truly be missed Uncle Jimmy aka "Uncle Shamus".
Tom Gilmartin
September 24, 2007
Dear Ruthie and Family.
Sorry to hear of the passing of Jimmy. He has been in my thoughts and prayers over the past several months. May he rest in peace.
Keep the Faith, and God Bless.
Sincerely,
Tom Gilmartin
Kerri Gilmartin
September 24, 2007
Uncle Jim was a guy people respected. He was someone you wanted to like you. Every time I said something to make him laugh, it would give me such a good feeling. I will miss him alot and I'm grateful for all the times I spent with him. He was very special to me and I'll never forget him.
Jen Martino
September 24, 2007
Dear Deb, Mike, Mary & Ruthie: I'm so sorry about Jim's passing. My thoughts are with you all. I will always remember him fondly as "Good Enough" Jim. Try to keep all the loving memories in mind as you cope through this most difficult time. Love, Jen
Katie Conway
September 24, 2007
As a kid being dropped off over the Cronin's house, Uncle Jimmy would be sitting there with this serious straight face and I'd be scared of him at first, and would wonder if sleeping over to play with Mary was such a great idea after all. I'd look over at Mary for reassurance...but then this unexpected silly/goofy comment would come out of his mouth and catch me of guard. I would giggle and go play, and I knew I was in good hands and going to be just fine over Uncle Jimmy's and Aunt Ruthie's. Uncle Jimmy was a very dry, funny, sarcastic guy. He made us laugh up to the very end. I learned even more about him this weekend. A side I never really saw too often. He had a sensitive, soft heart that went along with his dry humor and serious face. I will miss him a tremendous amount, I already do. I love you Jim!
Jeanne Craigie
September 24, 2007
Dear Ruth and Family,
Please know you have been in our thoughts and prayers. May you be comforted by all the wonderful memories you shared.
As Always,
Jeanne, Paul, Ben & Adam Craigie
Shelly Montanez
September 24, 2007
For many of the years I knew Mr. Cronin, I also knew him as the nickname his very young nieces dubbed him, "Good." It was because that was his saying. But I also came to know, such was his nature. "Good" was a man who in his life, demonstrated goodness, strength, and grace under fire. I see the same qualities in his daughter, Mary, and am reminded that in so many ways, a great man's lifetime is just the beginning of his legacy.
Jillian LeBlanc
September 23, 2007
I'll never forget my summers in Hampton with The Cronins. Sometimes I would hitch a ride with Uncle Jim. He always had a great dry sense of humor. Our rides were always enjoyable. I'll remember these times forever. Being there with the Cronin family was some of the best summers I had.
Richie Johnston
September 23, 2007
Many good memories and fun times working with Jimmy. His Peter Sellers imitations cracked me up every time.
I always told him he was old enough to be my father, in turn he treated me as a son.
Sean Conway
September 23, 2007
Jim always reminded me of my father--strong and quiet. Probably why they've been friends their whole lives. He had a subtle, dry sense of humor that I appreciated. We will all miss him.
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