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P. Cromer Obituary

Cromer, P. Barton
Aug. 1, 1937 - Dec. 10, 2007

Dr. P. Barton Cromer, 70, Bradenton, formerly of Dayton, Ohio, died Dec. 10, 2007.
Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Bradenton.
Survivors include his wife of 50 years, Judith; mother Esther Brown; sons Matthew of Bradenton and John (Michele) of Pittsburgh; brothers John (Pam) of Indianapolis and Phil (Bette) of Eureka Springs, Ark.; sister Paula Sullivan (Tim) of Anna Maria Island; sister-in-law Helen Baker (Pete) of Cincinnati; three grandchildren, Cecelia, Isabelle and Christopher; many nieces and nephews; and other close family members.
Bart had a 40-year career in education, having been a school superintendent in Ohio and an administrator for American Schools in Pakistan, Egypt and Mexico. Bart received his undergraduate, master's and Ph.D. degrees from Miami University. He was an active member of Westminster Presbyterian Church and a volunteer at the Ringling Museum of Art's Historic Asolo Theater.
In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be sent to Westminster Presbyterian Church or a charity of your choice.

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Published by Herald Tribune on Dec. 12, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for P. Cromer

16 Entries

William Bainbridge, Ph.D., FACFE

August 19, 2008

Bart and I were Superintendents in similar school districts in Ohio. He was highly respected for his knowledgeability, integrity, thoughfulness and wit. He will be misssed by many.

Roger Powell

December 28, 2007

Bart was both a schoolmate and a neighbor during Fairview days. I always remembered him as a pleasant fellow with a wry smile and a great disposition.I know it is a great burden for his family as I lost my wife of 46 years last January and am still not over it.

John Hale

December 19, 2007

Bart was in the Dayton Boys Choir and I have not seen or heard from him since I graduated from HS in 1953. The time that we shared in the Dayton Boys Choir was a lasting memory. I actually now live in the city where the director had a summer resort. I have lived in Colorado since graduating from Fairview Highschool.

Bill and Pattie Frazier

December 15, 2007

Judy and family:

We are so very sorry and must say quite shocked to hear of Bart's passing. Bart played an extremely important part in our lives...he certainly was a mentor to Bill and a good friend to us both. Sorry over the years we have not kept closer in touch. We will always remember the good times, the golf games, and you both stopping to visit us a few years back. We are very sad. Please take good care and know we are thinking of you. If you need anything, please call us. Bart will be missed!

Julie Clark Rosen

December 14, 2007

Bart always had a smile and a comment to make everyone feel at ease and comfortable at family gatherings. Bart taught me how to play chess when I was very young and I can still remember going to your house in Trotwood to play. I have thought of both of you through the years and I am sorry to hear of Bart's passing.

Jim and Carolyn Tarantine

December 14, 2007

Dear Judy, Matt, and John,
You are in our prayers. You have our deepest sympathy. We are blessed to have had Bart as a friend. We'll always remember his sense of humor, his adventurous spirit, and his love of family. We'll miss him so much.
Love,

Judie Taylor

December 13, 2007

Judy, we met at one of Bart's high school reunions. Members of his high school class remember him fondly; we are greatly saddened. Please know that you are in our prayers.

Kathleen Teso

December 13, 2007

Judith, words cannot express my sense of loss and grief for you and your family. At this season of hope and love, I pray that you all will come to find peace and comfort in the new year.

Omer & Dora Meyer

December 13, 2007

We were so sorry to hear of Bart's sudden passing. Omer and I have been out of town last weekend and will also be out this weekend so are sorry to say will not be able to attend his service. The church will surly miss his willful and intelligent contributions. Our sincere regards also go the his mother and her family.

Willem van Osnabrugge

December 13, 2007

Dearest Judy:
We cannot even begin to understand how you and your family are coping with the excruciating pain after this "atom bomb" hit you so unexpectedly.
Just know that many hearts reach out to you in sympathy and love.

Wilmer Pearson

December 13, 2007

Judy,
I was shocked to hear of Bart's death and my prayers go out to you. The ushers will certainly miss him on Saturday night.
Wil Pearson, Sarasota

Peg Knapp

December 13, 2007

Judy we met many years ago at my uncle Dick & Gary home on Schantz avenue when I was quite young. They
have kept me updated with all your
travels adventures.May God be with you now & always.

Susan Johnson

December 12, 2007

Judy: My heart goes out to you and the family.We have been docents together for several years now and I have always enjoyed hearing about your family and husband - particularly since my husband and I have both been school superintendents. I hope the new year will bring healing and hope to all of you.

barrie thorp

December 12, 2007

bart was one of my and my wife, marilyn's, closest friends. we have known bart and his wife, judy, for many years, since we were neighbors in dayton, ohio, having our children being playmates when they were little from when they were born.
we and the cromers moved away and both moved several times since, but we always managed to keep in touch and visit each other many times, even traveling with them to foreign countries.
we had the pleasure of bart and judy's company this past october at our home in canton, ohio, and my playing golf with bart.
we have not had a more wonderful friend than bart in our lifetime, and will miss him dearly. he was one of the most thoughtful and honorable friends that one could ever have.

Jessica Osborne

December 12, 2007

I was Barts first supervisor at the Safe Children Coalition when he first began a second career as a social worker. Bart brough his wisdom, empathy and humor to our agency and the families he served. Bart was always willing to go the extra mile for families he worked with and made a enormous difference in so many childrens lives. I was so sad when he left and so happy to here that he was enjoying playing golf, traveling and enjoying his wonderful circle of close friends and family. I have a huge respect for Bart and his lifes work and I know he wil be missed by many.

Michele Howard

December 12, 2007

I had the honor and priviledge of working with Bart in Mansfield, Ohio where he was the Superintendent. He made a profound and positive impact on my life and career. I am proud to call him friend.The Cromers are in my thoughts and prayers.

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