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Carol Kronus Obituary
She attended college at Harper College, New Suny Binghamton, where she met the love of her life, Sidney Kronus in sociology class. They married on June 14, 1964. Both went to the University of Chicago in Sociology for their PHDs.
Carol and her husband taught at the University of Illinois, Urbana until December of 1978 when they moved to Asheville, NC. After a mediocre academic career, Carol discovered her true calling in art and music. She learned oriental brush and ink (sumi) from Gail App who became a life-long friend and mentor. When she couldn't paint anymore, due to her disease, she donated her art supplies and books to the Buncombe County High Schools.
At the same time Carol learned to play recorders from Ellen Moore, who also became a good friend. Carol was a member of Musicke Antiqua, a local early music consort; she enjoyed her most rewarding time playing with this group.
Carol was a charter member of the Asheville Symphony Chorus in which she sang for over 20 years.
Sidney and Carol shared a love of ballroom dancing, which they did for 20 years. Over their kitchen sink, Carol wrote the French phrase "La Vie Dansante" which translates to "The Dancing Life".
Carol treasured all her friends she met doing art and music, playing tennis, dancing, and gardening.
In lieu of a memorial or ?owers, friends are invited to listen to "Dido's Lament" by Henry Purcell from his Baroque Opera "Dido and Aeneas"
"Remember me but forget my pain".
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for Carol Kronus
Michael N
January 30, 2024
Carol was my sociology professor for research methods at the University of Illinois, circa 1973. Her approach was to have all of us learn research by doing research. The class constructed a survey, administered it to a student sample, and analyzed the results (stacks of computer punch cards - do not fold, spindle or mutilate)! It was a great way to learn, so I would humbly suggest that her academic career was far from mediocre. Even so, how it moved me to learn about her "second life" as an artist and a musician! She was a caring and excellent teacher, who I remember well. Condolences to all her family and friends.
Calvin Allen
August 31, 2020
I'll miss dancing with Carol!
Rachel Denzin
August 18, 2020
Dear Uncle Sidney,
I am so sorry for your loss. Aunt Carol was a wonderful person.
Love, Rachel
Kelly Spradlin
August 18, 2020
My heart is full at the news of Carol's departure. As a member of the Ballroom Community in Asheville, Sid and Carol were a delight. Often they participated in my classes, they attended parties at my studio, and then recently supported the Asheville Ballroom. I shall hold in my heart so many memories of watching her dance. I shall remember you. Rest in the eternal presence of love. Fond Farwell. KellyS
Erin Doyle
August 18, 2020
This is such a lovely obituary, reflective of a life well lived. Carol will be missed. Condolences to her family.
John Pawcio
August 17, 2020
Kind, loving and talented person who was a joy to be around. A real asset to the Asheville ballroom dance scene. Condolences to Sidney and all who knew her.
barb weiss
August 17, 2020
I loved her curiousity and boldness
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