Myles "Red" Sylvester Cronin
May 24, 2011
Red Cronin, 88, passed away on Tuesday, May 24, 2011. Services will be at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 1627 Grand Ave, West Des Moines. Visitation on Thursday, May 26 from 5 to 7 p.m. with a rosary at 6:30 p.m.; and the funeral mass on Friday, May 27 at 10:30 a.m.
Born on February 11, 1923 in Waucoma, IA to John and Mae Cronin, Red graduated from Decorah High School. He married the love of his life, Maxine Walsh on May 23, 1944. Red and his bride stayed in Decorah where he worked for 7Up Bottling Co. of Iowa until they were transferred to Cedar Falls in 1952. In 1955 the company transferred them to Des Moines where he was a loyal employee until he retired as a Vice President of Mid-Continent Bottling Co. in 1979.
Red had many interests; he was a volunteer personified, helping anyone in need. He volunteered by driving cancer patients to treatment, the Red Barrel program, and Meals on Wheels to name a few. He also found time to play cards with his friends, golf, and his greatest joy, spending time with his beloved family. Red was also a member of Sacred Heart Church, Des Moines Golf and Country Club, Golden K Kiwanis and Ancient Order of the Hibernians.
He will be greatly missed by his wife of 67 years, Maxine; daughter, Phyllis (Ron) Foster; son, Michael Cronin; daughters, Kathleen Cronin, Mary Jo (Rick) Davis, and Maureen (Ray) Fielder; 12 grandchildren; 13-1/2 great-grandchildren; sister, Mary Henry of Decorah; uncle, Sylvester Carolan of Decorah; many nieces, nephews, cousins and untold friends. There to meet Red will be his parents; grandson, Jamie; brothers, Harold, Philip and John; aunts, uncles, and many friends.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to Sacred Heart Church. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
The family would like to thank the trauma team and critical care unit at Iowa Methodist Medical Center for the warm and compassionate care that Red received.
Ron German
05/27/2011
To Mike and the Cronin Family,
May the Lord bless your father and be with you during this time of remembrance.
Richard Stageman
05/27/2011
To the family of my friend Red: You all have my deepest sympathy on this sad day. Red and I played lots of golf over the years. He was a wonderful fellow.
Bless you all. Dick Stageman
Denise Neufeldt
05/27/2011
Jo and her Family:
I am so sorry for your loss. He seems to have been an amazing man.
Thinking of you.
Denise
Jeannie Fowler Dotterer "Toots"
05/26/2011
Mrs Cronin, Moni and family,
I was sorry to hear about Mr. Cronin. I wish I could be there to give you a big hug but since I am not able, I will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Love Jeannie Fowler Dotterer
Mike & Marlene Emery
05/26/2011
We are sorry to hear of the passing of your Father, Phyllis. Even though it has been many years since I have seen you, he must have been a very good man to have raised such a wonderful family.
Ellen Tell Ramirez
05/26/2011
Phyllis and family: I am so sorry for your loss. I know what a great man Red was and he will be greatly missed. Prayers for your family.
Jim Scott
05/26/2011
Max, so sorry to get the news. You know he was always a favorite of mine. He will be missed for sure. My best to you and your family
Marcie Rooney
05/25/2011
Oh My can you just imagine what it must be like in Heaven. How the
stories are going back and forth. Bob, Leonard and Gene are there along with
Johnny, Harold and Phillip. Then there is Mom and Dad Cronin, all the aunts and
Uncles . It must have been like St. Patrick's Day all over. I know you are
sad at your loss but knowing Myles I am sure he would tell you to remember
all the good and happy times and be happy for him. Love and sympathy,
Marcie and Charlie
Jeff Fielder
05/25/2011
We are sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad, Moni. I know it has been a rough year for you and Ray with passing Grandad last summer. All of us here are praying for all of you, and wish we could be there with you right now.
Your dad was a great man, accomplishing so much in his lifetime, but still able to know what is really important - his family, friends, and helping others less fortunate. He will be missed, but we know that he is in a better place. Give your mom a big hug, and tell her we love her. Hope to see you soon. We love you and miss you all.
The Michigan Fielders
Jeff
Jackie
Alison
Katie
Josh