Richard J. Cronk, 72, of Cocoa, FL, formerly of Wayne, passed away on July 1, 2017. Born in Paterson, Richard was raised in Garfield and lived most of his life in Wayne before retiring to Cocoa, FL, in 2006. A US Air Force Veteran, Richard was a Salesman for Pine Lesser & Sons, Clifton, for over 30 years. He loved horseback riding and would often take part in western competitions.

Devoted father of Erika Hudgins of Hudson, FL, Anthony Cronk and his wife Alyson of Wayne, and Aaron Cronk of Wayne. Cherished grandfather of Erik and Emma Hudgins. Dear brother of Linda Cumberland and her husband Ed of Melbourne, FL.

A memorial gathering will be held on Tuesday, July 25, 2017 from 6-8PM at the Shook Funeral Home, 639 Van Houten Ave., Clifton. Cremation was private.

In lieu of flowers, donations made to the US Department of Veterans Affairs, www.volunteer.va.gov, in Richard's memory would be greatly appreciated.