Kronk, Dr. Michael A., 68, of Hollywood passed away Friday, May 15, 2009. He practiced veterinary medicine for 42 years, 39 of them in Davie and the surrounding communities. He was well known and well loved for his devotion to large animal medicine. He is survived by his wife Barbara Kronk; 5 children, Roxanne Rossiter James, Rita Highsmith fiancee, Richie Paul, Anthony Kronk, Rachel Purciful Timothy, Jason Kronk; He is also survived by grandchildren, Justin and Jacquelyn Rossiter, Julian and Jaxson Paul; and brother, Kenneth Kronk Bonnie. Friends may visit from 6-9 PM, Wednesday, May 20, 2009 at Boyd’s University Dr. Chapel. There will be a Memorial Service at 7:30 PM, Wednesday at the funeral home. There will also be a Memorial Mass at St. Bernadette Catholic Church Wednesday, May 27, 2009 at 11 AM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the following charities: Project Stable Foundation-Horses for the Handicapped, 5790 S.W. 130 Ave., Southwest Ranches, FL 33330 OR to Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine, 317 South College Street, Auburn, AL 36849. Gifts should be made payable to Auburn University Foundation and designated for the Large Animal Teaching Hospital.
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SaraJaneKeen Hanley (Southwest Ranches FL US)
May 19, 2009, 12:00 am
Dear Kronk Family,
I was married to the late
Dr.Kenneth W. Keen,D.V.M.Clewiston Animal ClinicClewiston, Fl.
Dr. Kronk was my veterinarian since the 1960’s. We all loved himdearly and will never forget his care to our beloved horses.
While married to Dr. Keen in Clewiston, I once asked Dr. Kronk to stop to see my daughter’s gelding that had a hock injury on his way to release pigeons. He came to visit us and gave me hope., along with his expert AU opinon.
My deceased husband, Doc Keen worked along side Dr. Allen and Dr. Kronk after graduating AU-school of veterinary medicine during the mid 70’s.
Days those left behind will cherish–always.
God Be With Your Family during this time of sadness and loss.
With my deepest condolences,
Sadie
TERI NIELSEN (DAVIE FL US)
May 19, 2009, 12:00 am
DR. KRONK WAS OUR VET FROM THE VERY FIRST HORSE IN 1994,THAT WAS 15 YRS AGO AND ALOT OF VET VISITS LATER, HE WAS A GOOD OLE FASHION VET. I WAS SCARED OF HIM AT FIRST, BUT THEN WE GOT TO KNOW HIM, HE WAS A FUNNY MAN.{ IF HE COULDN’T FIGURE OUT WHAT WAS WRONG WITH ONE OF MY HORSES HE WOULD SAY “WELL TERI I GUESS YOU’LL HAVE TO CALL MISS CLEO ON THIS ONE “} AND WE WOULD LAUGH. HE ALWAYS CAME UP WITH A ANSWER THOUGH. HE WAS GOOD NATURED TOO. WHEN MY SIBERIAN HUSKY WAS IN KIDNEY FAILURE AND THERE WAS NOTHING TO BE DONE TO SAVE HIM, WE WANTED HIM TO BE ABLE TO DIE AT HOME BECAUSE HE WAS AFRAID TO GO TO THE CLINIC, DR KRONK CAME AND PUT MY BELOVED DOG TO SLEEP FOR US IN OUR HOME. I WILL NEVER FORGET HIM FOR THIS SIMPLE ACT OF KINDNESS. HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED.
TERI NIELSEN AND FAMILY
DAVIE,FL
Joan Puma (Davie FL US)
May 20, 2009, 12:00 am
Dear Kronk family,
I am most sorry for your loss. Dr Kronk was my vet for many years and I will miss him.
Sincerly,
Joan Puma
Diana West (Davie FL US)
May 20, 2009, 12:00 am
It is a heartfelt loss to the community. A sincerely wonderful man who will truly be missed.
Nancy Moffatt (Citra FL US)
May 20, 2009, 12:00 am
To the Kronk Family and friends,
My sincere condolences for your loss. Dr. Kronk was my vet for my first 2 horses until I moved to Ocala. I missed him then no one has his experience or understanding and I miss him now. So do my horses. May he rest peacefully.
Karen Linn and Family (Davie FL US)
May 22, 2009, 12:00 am
Rest in peace Dr Kronk. You were an icon in your area. Our deepest sympathy and prayers in this time of sorrow to your family. You will surely be missed. Our deepest regards. Your clients, Karen Al and Jennifer Linn
Mrs Sandi Watkins (Bowie MD US)
May 24, 2009, 12:00 am
Dear Family of Michael Kronk,
I want to express my sincere sympathy for the loss of your loved one. You can be assured that comfort and hope are found in the pages of the Bible. Revelations 21:4 speaks of a time when there will be no more pain. I hope this message brings you comfort in the days to come. Please take care of yourselves.
Sincerely
Mrs Watkins
Colleen Dietz (Cooper City FL US)
June 1, 2009, 12:00 am
Dr. Kronk was a good man, and a good veterinarian. No one could ask for a more honest approach to medicine. It will be impossible to find someone so rich in both veterinary knowledge and plain old common sense. He was the embodiment of our equestrian community and a wonderful character.
Maria Guerrero
June 30, 2009, 12:00 am
A tall mentor of my teenage years, an inspiration and beacon of hope to my sister, myself, our dogs, chickens, goats, sheep,cherished Arabians and family. Dr. Kronk, you saw us through it all, you were there through it all. We could have not done it without you. Thank you for giving for so long, to so many people and to us in so many ways. Talia Star will miss you.. and so will I. You will never be forgotten.
Chitra Banarjee (Southwest Ranches FL)
December 28, 2012, 12:00 am
I never knew him. He sounds like a great guy. I wish I did.