Obituary of Patricia A. Cronkrite

Patricia (Patty) Ann Cronkrite, age 61, passed away peacefully on Thursday June 22, 2023. She was born on February 11, 1962 to Milton & Rita Cronkrite. Patty was born into a loving family that included her older brother, “Big George”, whom she adored. Patty was both a stubborn and sweet child. Her milestones did not come as quickly as most children but she had them nonetheless. Her father taught her to walk by coaxing her with countless chocolate bars. Her childhood summers were spent at camp on Lake Champlain, where Patty learned to swim very well. The loss of her father, Milton, at a young age created an unbreakable bond between Patty and her mother Rita. Rita was an unwavering and courageous mother to Patty and the family is grateful for her commitment to keeping Patty in the family home. During their time together, Patty & Rita traveled to FL to visit Disney and Patty often spoke of that trip, recounting her love of Mickey Mouse, whom Patty insisted was not a mouse but rather “Mickey Dog”. The loss of her mother as a young adult, brought Patty a tremendous amount of sorrow but also opened a new chapter in Patty’s life where she would be welcomed into the home of her brother George, his wife Louise, and their young family. During these years, Patty would further blossom into her most independent years. As a young adult, she was a very active member of the Clinton County ARC organization where she found a purpose in serving the local community. Patty would often work in the local churches, where she would help wipe down church pews and straighten prayer books. Her favorite work activity was shredding documents donated by local companies for destruction. She was very proud to show everyone her “office” in the solarium where she would listen to her music and shred papers. During this time Patty was able to experience another childhood of sorts. Alongside her young nephews and nieces Patty would enjoy wonderful summers on the Lake with her family. Countless hours of swimming, going on the jet-ski, and tubing behind the boat with her nephews and nieces were some of Patty’s favorite activities. Her loud hoots of laughter could be heard all along the shores of Point Au Fer. In her later years, Patty would take an even larger role in the ARC community when she transitioned to assisted living homes. Here she gained even more special and loving friendships that she would cherish forever. Patty will always be remembered for her non-traditional swear words, her feisty attitude, her infectious smile, her choke hold hugs, and her unconditional love of family and friends. Patty is survived by her sister-in-law and caretaker of almost 20 years, Louise Cronkrite, nephew Milton Cronkrite, nephew Brian and wife Missy Cronkrite, niece Tammy and husband Chad Poirier, niece Kelly Cronkrite. She is also survived by great nieces & nephews – Destiny, Alexia, Baylon, Owen & Jake whom she loved dearly. Visitation will be held on Thursday June 29, 2023 at 10:00 AM at St. Patrick’s Church to be immediately followed by a funeral Mass at 11:00am. Donation in Patty’s honor can be made to Clinton County ARC at 231 New York Road, Plattsburgh, NY 12903.