Elmwood Funeral Chapel & Crematory

Visitation Information

Margaret Marie Cronenworth, "Cookie"

Passed away on August 26, 2026

Margaret "Cookie" Marie Cronenworth of Dyer, IN passed away suddenly on August 26, 2026, at her home. Cookie was born on April 8, 1948, in Laurium, MI to George and Gertrude DeMarois. She attended local schools and graduated with the Calumet High School class of 1966. In 1968 she joined her hand in marriage with George Cronenworth and made their home in Dyer, IN for the last 58 years.

Cookie was employed by First National Bank of Calumet-Lake Linden, MI and then the Munster School District in Munster, IN retiring from there after 25 years of service.

Cookie had many friends and enjoyed the simple things in life, including spending time with her grandchildren. She was a humble woman with a warm smile and quick wit.

Cookie is preceded in death by her husband George who passed away on February 26, 2003, and her parents.

Cookie leaves behind her children Michelle Cronenworth, Chris (Susan) Cronenworth, Holly (John) Cima and Shane (Joanna) Cronenworth. Grandchildren Hailey (Levi) Anttila, Kaden Cronenworth, Braydon and Hunter Cima and Emilee Kathcart. Great grandchildren Wrenley Anttila and Ruby Jo Kathcart. Brothers Paul (Brenda) DeMarois and Robert (Kathleen) DeMarois. Sister-in-law Mary Pitko. Numerous nieces and nephews.

Her final resting place will be in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Cookie's wishes were for her children to hold a private memorial service which will be held at a later date at the Lake View Cemetery in Calumet, MI.

The Elmwood Funeral Chapel, 11300 W. 97th Lane, St. John, IN is assisting the family with arrangements. For more information 219-365-3474

Visitation Location

St. John
11300 W. 97th Lane
St. John, IN 46373
(219) 365-3474

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Condolences
"Condolences and prayers to Cookie’s family. So sorry to hear of her passing. I was fortunate to work with her, as a fellow bus driver for 25 years. I.cherished her friendship, and all the fun we had. Cookie was a great friend. I will miss her. 🙏❤️"
- Dianne DeChantal
September 2, 2026 8:20 pm
"Dear Chris, Susan, Hailey and Kaden. Our heartfelt condolences in the loss of your beloved mother and grandmother. Also, to the family of "Cookie". Love, comfort and peace. Aunt Laura and Uncle Hartley"
- Hartley & Laura Collins
September 3, 2026 9:50 am
"My deepest sympathies to Cookie’s family. I was so sad to see this. I met Cookie when I started driving a bus for STM. Cookie taught me so much about working with special needs. She balanced deep compassion and humor to be the best there was. Outside of work, we had great times at Wednesday night bowling, payday Fridays at Sheffields and the biggest bonfire I had ever seen in her backyard! I wish we would have kept in touch but I am grateful to have so many great memories of Cookie that I will keep near and dear to my heart. RIP Cookie, you were truly one of a kind. I’m so sorry for your loss. Laura Elkins "
- Laura Elkins
September 3, 2026 7:13 pm
"I am so sorry to hear about your lovely mother's passing. She was a dear friend to my sister Kathy. She will be missed. Hugs and kisses to her beautiful children. "
- Susan E Dubeck
September 3, 2026 8:04 pm
"My condolences to Cookie’s family. I worked in Special education for many years and remember her smiling face and how much those kids loved her. She was such a constant and reliable lady. May she RIP. 💐"
- Beth Gibbs
September 4, 2026 10:10 am
"So sorry to hear of Cookie's passing. Cookie was such a blessing to our family.She was so important to Danny & his life skills.She was a very special friend & I have such fond memories. I loved our breakfasts together.You are all in our thoughts and prayers."
- Peggy Ogren
September 4, 2026 4:13 pm
Candles Lit