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James Cronin Obituary
Msgr. Cronin will lie-in-state in St. Isaac Jogues Church, 9215 Old Harford Road, Baltimore, MD 21234 on Tuesday, from 1 to 9 p.m., where a Vigil Service will be held at 7:30 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in Church on Wednesday, at 11 a.m. Interment Parkwood Cemetery. Memorial contributions to: The St. Isaac Jogues Capital Campaign or to Catholic Relief Services, attn: Major Gift Unit, 209 W. Fayette St., Baltimore, MD 21298-3158 will be appreciated.
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Memories and Condolences
for James Cronin
Greg Prouty
March 16, 2008
Father Cronin was all a priest and a caring friend could be. We are blessed by our long friendship at St. Ursula/St.Joseph and his wonderful visits to my Mom to the end of her passing in 2007. He was a true friend and man of God on earth . A giant has gone to heaven. We miss him dearly.
Anne Hubbard-Aschenbach
March 9, 2008
I knew Father Cronin when he came to St. Ursula's Church. Father married my husband and I in 1951 and bapitized my four children. He was a good friend to the entire Hubbard family. He was a wonderful person. May he rest in peace, my prayers are with his family.
Elizabeth Snowberger (Arthur)
March 7, 2008
Father Cronin, you were a wonderful friend to our family during a very difficult time. I will always remember how kind you were to my mother when she was really in trouble. You were a great person, with a kind spirit, a warm heart, and a wonderful priest. May you rest in peace.
Anne Carney Brown
March 5, 2008
Fr. Cronin was a very special person to the communities of Carney and Parkville. I’ve known Fr. Cronin since he arrived at St. Ursula’s in 1945. At that time I was a 5th grader. Yes, he did come into the classrooms often and entertain the students. Sometimes I wondered if the nuns were as pleased as the students. In the youth program, he so easily mixed the social with the religious developmental skills of one’s life. He was so helpful and understanding when both of my parents died in the “50s” Through his nurturing and guidance, he was an important role model in developing my faith. Fr. Cronin married us in 1972 and we always remained friends.
I saw Fr. Cronin right after Pope John Paul II was at the Cathedral in Baltimore. We expressed what a privilege it was to attend the prayer service. Fr. Cronin said in his Irish brogue, “ I’m sure that Pope John Paul II was elated to have met me.” So typical of his humor!
May Fr. Cronin rest in peace and may people remember his kindnesses, his humility, and love of the Lord and His Blessed Mother.
Anne Carney Brown North Ft. Myers, FL
James Lawrence Fassio
March 5, 2008
I have know Fr. Cronin all my life, and I will miss him. I also had the good fortune of being named after him. At the time he was at St. Lawrence Parish, therefore my middle name became the name of that parish. I just have to thank God he was at THAT parish at the time of my birth, or my middle name could have been Ursula, Joan, Bernardine, or Margaret. I will miss you, you were a great man. Thank you for your help. I am proud to say my name is:
Michelle (Micozzi) Von Haden
March 5, 2008
Father Cronin - "Padre" as we called him. I was the first female altar assistant at St. Isaac's serving with Fr. Cronin. He presided over all our family celebrations. I even had him come to Minnesota for my wedding. His warm smile and kindness will be remembered forever. He will be missed.
Dan McGowan
March 5, 2008
Father Cronin was quite possibly the only saint I have ever known. He taught me about the world. Football games and tennis matches. He had a youthful spirit and ambition. I will miss him.
Rev. J. Patrick Peters
March 5, 2008
JJ - I will also remember you as one who knew how to be a priest - like Jesus himself. You shared with me what it meant to love and cherish others. I am a better priest because of you.
Tom and Virginia Saxon
March 5, 2008
Fr. Cronin, you will be missed.
tim kaifer
March 4, 2008
On behalf of my parents, Al & Peg and brothers & sister Al, Kevin, Peg, Ellen & Boh I want to say how much you meant to us. As a altar boy I remenber the picnis, how he'd crush your hand on a handshake & how much fun you were to be with. Our prayers are with you. Tim Kaifer
Bob and Barbara Jameson
March 4, 2008
Msgr. Cronin was a dedicated priest who served God and his parishioners. He was a warm friend.
Tom and Virginia Saxon
March 4, 2008
Fr. Cronin you will be missed.
Theresa M. Becker
March 4, 2008
Whenever I think of Msgr. James Cronin, my vivid memories were during the years I attended St. Ursula's School. He would come in the classroom and cause all of us to laugh. He had a very good sense of humor.
He was loved by all and will certainly be missed by all the people that had the pleasure of meeting him.
Msgr. Cronin rest in peace with God Almighty.
As Bob Hope would always say, 'thanks for the memories'.
Donald Van Arsdale
March 4, 2008
JJ-- thanx for the memories and your kindness. Your exceptional dedication will never be forgotten. RIP my friend.
Nancy McGowan
March 4, 2008
When we were in need Fr. Cronin was there for our family as I know he was for many others before and since. He truly touched our lives and although I have not been in touch with him now for several years his kindness and caring is still very fresh in my mind.
If ever I was sure of someone being with God, this is the someone.
John Schofield
March 4, 2008
I met Father Cronin at St. Ursula when I was married. He had been a friend to my wife and her family for many years. Not only did he perform our marriage celebration, but my in-laws as well (many years prior). He was always kind, gentle, and had a wonderful sense of humor. He will certainly be missed.
JOSEPH KELLER
March 3, 2008
iam sorry for your lost you have mypayers my godbless you everydayjoe keller
Lynn & Chris Moore
March 3, 2008
Father "J.J." Cronin you touched so many lives with your blessings. The way you showed your care and attention to the youth of St. Joan's in supporting them was an inspiration to the youth as well as the adults. Thank you for your wonderful gift of humor, your smile, and your listening ear. And a special thanks for the wonderful memories of the trip to Ireland in 1998.
You will be truly missed by all.
Margaret Keller
March 3, 2008
From the Kellers and the Hoyt families our deepest sympathy.
From our family to yours.
He was a wonderful man.
He did my Mother's funeral.
He will be deeply missed.
Don & Kathy Lewis (Doyle)
March 3, 2008
Father Cronin married us, baptized our children and a few years ago married our oldest daughter and her husband. We were truly blessed to have such a wonderful priest at St. Isaac Jogues.
An Old Irish Blessing for a delightful Irish man:
May the road rise up to meet you.
May the wind always be at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face,
and rains fall soft upon your fields.
And until we meet again,
May God hold you in the palm of His hand.
Noel Moschetta
March 3, 2008
On behalf of my mother, Jane Kelly Mick, who was a lifelong friend of Monsignor James Cronin and who named me after his sister, Noel Marie Cronin, CSJ, I send condolences to his family and friends whom Fr. Cronin loved so deeply. I would also like to especially thank Fr. Kevin Scherring for enabling Fr. Cronin to visit us all in the Adirondacks in recent years. He will be greatly missed.
Sharon-ann Guerieri
March 3, 2008
Father Cronin, as we called him, was a gentle spirit who always cared for those to whom he ministered. He must have met thousands of people during his ministry and truly gave his heart and soul to each of us who came to him. We will always smile when we think of him and remember him fondly in prayer. He was a devoted priest - God's humble servant. I will always remember his time with my Dad when he was dying. He brought consolation to our Dad to each of us. May he rest in the peace he so deserves.
Martin Holden
March 3, 2008
Not only as a priest but as a man Father Cronin touched the lives of everyone he met..thank you for being a great leader and friend to our church and our family.
Rich Barnett
March 2, 2008
I knew Rev. Cronin while he was at St. Joan's in Aberdeen. A pleasant man and an absolutely wonderful priest. He visited our home, the hospital, and the nursing home when my wife was ill. I'll never forget his kindness and his incredible faith. My condolences to his family and friends.
Marty Higgins
March 2, 2008
We were saddened to hear of the passing of Fr. Cronin. He was an amazing man, priest and friend. Marty has such wonderful memories of years as an alter boy in the 50's
and in particular the trips to visit "JJ's" family in Glens Falls. He will be missed by so many. Our thoughts and prayers are with him and his family and friends.
Marty and Mary Higgins
North Hampton, NH
Valerie Higgins Pedone
Holden, MA.
Dianna Higgins Cronin
Boston, MA.
Leo Berger
March 2, 2008
Truly one of God's finest little shepherds. A wonderful human being and priest. It was a privilege to have known him and been a member of his flock.
james mccready
March 2, 2008
A wonderful man is now at rest
James McCready
March 2, 2008
Our priest, our friend, a wonderful is man is at rest.
Charles & Mary Piccirilli
March 2, 2008
Father Cronin,
You have run the race faithfully.
Thank you for the wonderful memories at
St. Ursula and beyond. We loved you.
Now you can enjoy your rest with the Lord.
Peggy Emich
March 2, 2008
I know you are in heaven Msgr Cronin. In 2000 you came to visit my terminally ill husband, Edwin Emich. You were so kind to both of us. So understanding, caring, compassionate and loving. You discussed with us the various parishes we had lived in during our lives and you had lots of connections to these parishes. If ever people needed loving guidance and a priest to comfort them, it was us. You were there for us. A few short days later, Edwin passed away. Our thanks will be always with you.
Peggy Emich
March 2, 2008
I know you are in heaven Msgr Cronin. In 2000 you came to visit my terminally ill husband, Edwin Emich. You were so kind to both of us. So understanding, caring, compassionate and loving. You discussed with us the various parishes we had lived in during our lives and you had lots of connections to these parishes. If ever people needed loving guidance and a priest to comfort them, it was us. You were there for us. In a few short days, after your visit, Edwin passed away. Our thanks will be always with you.
Lee Holden
March 2, 2008
God bless and keep you, J.J. You were a great friend to our family and we all loved you dearly. You certainly were an answer to our prayers. May you go out on eagles' wings.
Nicholas DiFatta
March 2, 2008
I served Father Cronin as an alter boy at St. Ursula"s church and was married by him.
May God bless him
Nicholas DiFatta, Natrona Heights, Pa.
Michael Hoeck
March 2, 2008
Many fond memories of father Cronin with the alter boys and picnics. Every time he shook one of the boys hands, he would squeeze it until you dropped to the floor. He was a great man and a great person who influenced many of the children at Saint Ursula in the 40's / 50's / 60's
Debbie C
March 2, 2008
God Bless Father Cronin, as I remember him fondly when I was a young child attending St. Ursula School. He would always dress up on St. Patrick's Day, come to the classroom and make all the children laugh. What a great guy! May he rest in heavenly peace.
Gladys Bauhaus
March 2, 2008
Bless you Fr.Cronin, you will be missed. Our family have been with you since the 1940's. You have been a Wonderful Person. We all love
you.
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