MICHAEL CRONIN

My uncle was always so kind and always asked about my daughter Anna. He cared so deeply for his family. Miss my uncle Mike!!!

Mike was the friendliest, nicest man ever. Bravest and kindest and always smiling. He made the world better for all of us.

My deepest condolences to Jackie and family on your loss. Mike was quite an exceptional human being. He was a man that led an accomplished, complex and varied life; like no life I have ever known. Mike and I were new-hire classmates at American and had parallel careers there. He brought a hint of sadness from his years as a POW but I found him a sensitive, serious, intelligent, gentle man of high character. He was an excellent pilot and a leader of men. God bless you, Michael. You'll...

Even though it's been over thirty years since I flew with Mike at American Airlines, (he was the Captain and I was the First Officer) I always remembered and tried to emulate his way of being the Captain, gentle soul, like an older brother, a good teacher, a good mentor. He touched my life and made a difference in many.

He really lived!

Thank you for your lifetime of service to your fellow man and woman. God bless you.

Mike Cronin was a significant part of my childhood. We spent a lot of time and created a lot of memories that have lasted my lifetime. He taught me so many things that has helped me become the man I am today.

Mike was a wonderful man to all of our friends, he was caring, fun and would also take us on cool and exciting adventures.

He was a great father figure to me growing up without a father and provided me with guidance and friendship.

He was truly a...

The last time I saw Mike Cronin was on the hanger deck of the USS Coral Sea. Mike was our power plant (jet engine) division officer and he stopped by to chat with us for a few minutes. He was probably about 3 to 5 years older than us and aside from our respect for him as an officer, he always spoke to us like the older brother. He was firm and fair and he treated us with the same respect. He left to go prepare and suit up for the next launch. I and my squadron mates headed to the flight deck...

Mike was such a gentle man in his later years that it is hard to imagine him as a fighter pilot, . . . but he was and he was a war hero. We will all miss Mike at our Tet dinners. It will not be the same without him. It is the end of an era. Our sympathies are with his loved ones.

My deepest sympathy to the family of Michael Cronin. May you be comforted in knowing that our Heavenly Father cares for you. He will give you strength and courage to cope with your grief.
Psalm 94:17-19