Calvin C. Cronk Sr.

Calvin C. Cronk Sr., 93 of French Island, La Crosse, passed away on Saturday, December 29, 2018 at Gundersen Health System, La Crosse. He was born in La Crosse on August 30, 1925 to Warren and Clarissa (Chase) Cronk. He married Elizabeth Lounsbrough on February 2, 1947 in La Crosse and she preceded him in death in 2014.

Calvin had proudly served his country with the United States Navy and was honorably discharged in 1946. He had worked as a cabinet maker his entire life and retired as manager of the cabinet department with Peter Nelson and Sons. Not only was cabinetry and woodworking a career, it was also his hobby and passion. He made beautiful furniture and was instrumental in construction projects for his family members. He also created many wonderful memories while hunting and fishing with family as well.

He is survived by his daughter Laura (David) Gillies of French Island, one granddaughter Jensyn (Zack) Larson, five sisters; Beth Treu, Carol (Bill) Hanson, Mary (Gene) Briedel, Shirley (Lloyd) Rhodes, Dorothy Erickson, two brothers Walter Cronk and Tom (Barb) Cronk. In addition to his wife Elizabeth, he was preceded in death by one son John, one brother and six sisters.

Visitation for Calvin will be held on Friday, January 4, 2019 from 11am until 12 noon at Schumacher-Kish Funeral and Cremation Services La Crosse chapel; 200 West Ave. So. Burial with military honors provided by the French Island American Legion Post 417 and the State Naval detail will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery.