Paul F. Cronin, a lifelong resident of Malden, passed away peacefully on September 19, 2024. He was 78 years old.
Paul was born and raised in Malden, and he spent more than thirty years as a letter carrier for the United States Postal Service. A born storyteller, Paul lit up any room he walked into, telling stories and jokes galore. Paul served in the National Guard. Paul was also an active member of the American Legion Post 69 in Malden and served on their executive board for a number of years. He was proud to be a member and found many lifelong friends there. Paul was also an avid hunter and fisher. He spent hours and hours walking the mountains and woods of the Berkshires, basking in the early light of day and finding the best spots. He found a home away from home at the Mohawk Park Campground in Charlemont, MA.
Paul was the husband of Patricia F. Cronin (deceased), and partner of Diane Bergeron (deceased). He is survived by three children, Michele Cronin, Kevin Cronin, and David Zbydniewski.
Family and friends are invited to gather at the A.J. Spadafora Funeral Home, 865 Main Street, Malden on Thursday September 26th from 10:00am-12:00pm. Interment will be in the Puritan Lawn Cemetery, Peabody.