Samuel F. Cronk

Samuel F. Cronk obituary, Wilmington, DE

Samuel F. Cronk

Samuel Cronk Obituary

Published by Legacy on Oct. 25, 2024.
Samuel F. Cronk, age 89, of Wilmington, DE passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Saturday, October 5, 2024.
Samuel was born in Springfield PA, son of the late Bernice (Harvey) and Floyd Cronk. Samuel was raised in New Milford, PA and graduated from New Milford High School. Samuel fell in love with horses and went on to begin his lifelong passion of horse training. Samuel began his own business, S.F Cronk Racing Stable, at the Delaware Park Racetrack in 1968. In his free time, Samuel enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. In addition to his parents, Samuel was also predeceased by his brothers, Murray and Frank Cronk.
Samuel is survived by his loving wife of 68 years, Linda Cronk; daughter Jaclyn "Jackie" Reed; sons, Jim and Lance Cronk; grandchildren, Samantha, Randy, Bradley, Josie, Taylor, Lance, Shane, Hannah, and Pepper; great grandchildren, Jack and Colt; great great grandchildren, Atlee and Gannon; sister, Mary Cronk; and numerous nieces, nephews, and close family friends whom he all loved.
Funeral services will be held privately.
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