Michael J. Cronin, 57, died Saturday, Aug. 4, 2018. He was born Feb. 2, 1961.

Loving father of Ashley and Michael Cronin, and Juliette (Jason) McDaniel. Beloved son of Pauline and the late Jerry Cronin. Dear brother of Steve (Diana) Cronin, Dennis (Jennifer) Cronin, Carolyn (Patrick) McCormick, and Jeanine (Mike) Whealan. Fond "Uncle Mike" to Jamie, Scott, Kaylie, Zachary, Lucas, Kaitlyn, Matthew, Rachel, and Rebecca. 

Mike was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by countless family, friends and associates. 

Mike was an alumnus of St. Rita High School, where he was a proud member of the 1978 state championship football team. Mike earned his bachelor’s degree at Harvard University in 1983, and his law degree at Northwestern University in 1989. He served on the board of directors of the Harvard Club of Chicago and Friends of Harvard Football and Varsity Club. He was also a member and supporter of the 20/30 Club in Chicago.