Obituary of Albert Big Al Cronce

Albert Miller Cronce, Jr. (known by everyone as Big AL) 66 years old of Englewood, FL formerly of Lawrenceville, NJ passed away on Sunday, December 6, 2009 after battle ling with serious health problems. He was born on May 27, 1943 in Trenton, NJ. Albert was proud to have served in the US Navy. He was a member of the American Legion for 19 years. He was a volunteer fireman for the Hopewell fire Co. in NJ. He worked for Contreau Liquors and as a bus driver for Dilley's Transit service in NJ. When he moved to Florida he worked for Charlotte County as a school bus mechanic and a charter bus driver for Alvarian Charters. Survivors include his loving wife of 24 years; Elizabeth E. Cronce of Englewood: his children; Cheryl (Anthony) Hudak, Frank R. Jacob, Michael (Paulette) Cronce and Wayne (Nicole) Cronce. He is also survived by nine grandchildren; Anthony, III, Michael, Christopher and Nicholas Hudak; Shannon and Dillon Cronce; Amanda Julia and Claire Cronce all of NJ. Services will be private. Memorial contributions may be made in Big Al's name to: Tidewell Hospice & Palliative Care 5955 Rand Blvd. Sarasota, FL 34238.