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Brian Cronin Obituary
WORCESTER - Brian J. "Barney" Cronin, 55, of Worcester passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, October 14. After a lifetime of struggle, the family is content in knowing that he is finally at at peace.
He leaves his mother, Janice (Brunelle) Dillon; three brothers, Steven and his wife, Kerry Cronin of Worcester, James and his wife, Laurie Cronin of Chester, NH and Michael and his wife, Jaime Dillon of Worcester; several nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. He was the son of the late James J. Cronin. His brother, Robert Cronin; his sister, Julie Scanlon and his step-father, James Dillon predeceased him. Brian was known for his humor and loved people. He was born in Worcester, graduated from Burncoat High School and was a self employed carpenter.
Friends and family are welcome to attend a graveside service on Friday, October 23 at 11:30AM at St. John's Cemetery, 260 Cambridge Street. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Genesis Club, 274 Lincoln St., Worcester, MA 01605.
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October 21, 2015
Rest in peace kind soul. May God watch over you, Julie, and Bobby. I'll always think of you at Hampton Beach and watching Patriots games. Our hearts are sad today and we will miss you a lot.
Laurie Johnson
October 20, 2015
I am so sorry to hear about this. Barney was one of the good ones. He always made me laugh. Not a bad bone in his body. He will be missed! Prayers to the family.
Bobby Murphy
October 20, 2015
Love You Barney so sad for the rest of us to be denied hearing your laugh and seeing your beautiful smile ever again. Heaven just got a little sunnier. God bless you all no more worries.
John and Terrie Colbert
October 19, 2015
We will remember Barney's kind heart and his Cronin sense of humor! Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends.
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October 19, 2015
Love you Barney. I will miss your jokes, your laughter, but most of all your great heart. Rest in piece now, and give Julie my love. I know she was waiting for you...You will be greatly missed by many. Love ya, Brother Bruce
October 19, 2015
Brian, You were a great friend and cousin. I will miss you. I will always remember the fun times we had growing up on the Island and Saturdays at Mofa's house. May god bless you and keep you always.
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James Callahan
October 19, 2015
Rest in peace Brian
Paul Sullivan
October 19, 2015
RIP, Brian.
Mark Ravelli
October 17, 2015
Barney was ne of the big kids in the neighborhood who always looked out for the underdog. He was a good man and good soul. He crossed my path and I always felt good after. RIP my Brother
constance markarian
October 17, 2015
Bri, I'm heartbroken you're gone. You are one of the best people I've ever known, and now you are in God's loving arms. All my love and prayers to your family. I'm so sorry. God bless all of you.
Howard tyndall
October 17, 2015
Rest in peace Brian. God bless...smitty.
Mark Holland
October 17, 2015
So sorry to hear of Brian's passing. He is in a better place now. Saying prayers for the family. God Bless All! RIP Brian!Your struggles are over.+
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