John J. Cronin, “Big John” 89, of Milford, the undisputed King of Office Supplies, beloved husband of the late Catherine “Kay” Veronica Cronin, passed away peacefully on January 28, 2023. John was born on June 26, 1933 in Manhattan, NY to the late John and Bridget Cronin.
John grew up the eldest son of Irish Immigrants, something he was eternally proud of. He was raised in the High Bridge section of The Bronx where he a Red Sox fan met his wife a Yankee fan-they made it work! He attended Cardinal Hayes High School where he competed and won many medals in Track & Field.
John served in the US Military- 82nd Airborne Division. At a lean 6'3 his Commanders often remarked he looked like 'a piece of South Bronx Spaghetti' parachuting through the sky. John started an office supply company in the 60's and worked diligently in that field for 45+ years. He never met a person who didn't need a paperclip.
If you ever found yourself in a predicament or needed a favor “Big John” always knew the right words… or the right 'guy for that'. He was never short on a joke or a funny anecdote and had a story for every occasion.
John is survived by and will be missed dearly by his Children, Grandchildren, Great-Grandchildren, Brother Jerry (Maryanne) Cronin; sister, Anne (Don) Davis; his girlfriend Aileen & an expansive list of family & friends.
John's family would also like to especially thank Patty Davidson & family, Olinda Silva, The Massari Family, Dawn & Elizabeth, and John's Neighbors in Orchard Hills-All of whom took the time to care, chat, laugh, cook, listen, 'check-in' and love.
Services will be private.
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