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Mary Croonenberghs Obituary

Mary Carol Croonenberghs, age 66, of Phoenix, passed away Sunday, December 25, 2016. She was born on December 7, 1950 in Durango, CO to the late Carl and Anita Miller. Mary was a graduate of Durango High School class of 1968. She married Donald Croonenberghs on April 25, 1970 in Scottsdale. Thanks to Mary's immense love and concern for animals she created and operated Critter Care of Arizona, taking care of numerous animals over the years. Survivors include her loving husband of 46 years, Donald; two children, Carlene Jackson and Carl Croonenberghs; a sister, Charlene Hunckle; two grandchildren, Jaydyn Parker and Caleb Jackson; and many other loving family and friends. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 pm on Saturday, January 14, 2017 at Shadow Mountain Mortuary, 2350 E. Greenway Road, Phoenix, Arizona 85022. An interment at National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona will take place at a future date. In lieu of flowers donations in Mary's honor may be made to PetSmart Charities or the Arizona Humane Society.

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Published by The Durango Herald on Dec. 29, 2016.

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Carlene Jackson

March 15, 2017

I miss you

January 12, 2017

I treasure the many hours of conversation we had and how with love and concern you took care of our fur babies. Heaven has gained a cherished new resident. Rest in peace, my friend.
Sheryl and Lorne Cass

January 7, 2017

Our deepest sympathy to you, Donald and family, during this difficult time. May the memories of wonderful times you shared comfort you all.
Wayne and Colleen Ford

Corrinne Rouse

January 5, 2017

My deepest sympathy for the loss of this terrific woman. She has taken care of our family over the course of many years and many different animals. In the process, she became a good friend as well. Not many have a heart as great and loving as hers. She is missed.

January 4, 2017

So sorry for your loss. Know you're all in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult, sad time. May the Peace of the Lord be with you all. Godspeed Mary on your journey to heaven.

Kathy & Tom McCoy

January 2, 2017

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Our dogs were always eager to see Mary coming to visit and we were always confident in her care and love for them.
B & K Peterson

January 1, 2017

My thoughts and deepest sympathy go out to Donald and his family for the loss of this beautiful, loving wife, mother and grandmother. She will be sadly missed. I can imagine how devastated Donald and his family must be and my positive, caring thoughts will be with all of them during this difficult time and beyond. Rest in Peace, lovely lady. Sharon Plumlee Bergeson

CW

December 30, 2016

I am so sorry for your great loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn" sustain your family during this challenging time. (Isaiah 61:1,2) With heartfelt sympathy.

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