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Douglas Cronkright Obituary

On February 4 2022, Douglas Lyle Cronkright loving husband, father of two daughters, "Da-Doug" to three granddaughters, former attorney and New York Life executive, passed away at the age of 80.

He is survived by his wife, Sandra Hellstern of Norfolk, two daughters (Kimberly Cronkright Raley of Atlanta and Kelly Cronkright Lindauer of Charlottesville, VA) and three grandaughters (Clare Sitz Raley, Lucille Evans Raley and Olive Marie Lindauer.

When not working Doug could be found playing golf or tennis but his greatest joy was he and Sandy's annual trip to Southwest Harbor, Maine.

A memorial service for Doug will be held on April 5 2022, at the Azalea Baptist Church, 3314 E. Little Creek Rd. Norfolk, VA, starting at noon. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Norfolk SPCA, www..norfolkspca.com/donate.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Mar. 27, 2022.

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Our study group member, mentor and most of all friend. You will be missed more than you know. We will always cherish our memories together.

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