Obituary of Nancy Wilma Dalton

Nancy W. Dalton

Carrollton Township, Michigan 

Nancy was called to heaven on Friday, December 13, 2024, after a brief illness, age 92. Nancy Wilma Gidley was born on October 6, 1932, in Saginaw, MI to the late Arthur and Christine (Zarnecki) Gidley.  Nancy was married to Marvin H. (Pete) Cronkright who predeceased her in 1968 and was later married to John W. Dalton who predeceased her in 1987.  Over the years, Nancy held various jobs but cherished her role as Treasurer for the Carrollton Education Foundation for many years where she helped numerous Carrollton students attain their college dreams, as well as, teaching many students Catechism Class at the former St. Josaphat’s parish. Nancy enjoyed reading, golf, swimming, travelling, feeding the birds and especially spending time with her family. Nancy was currently a member of Saint John Paul II Parish. 

Nancy is survived by her children, Brent Cronkright, Shelley (Larry) Petersen, and Glen (Kelly) Dalton; step-children, Ralph (Ann) Dalton, Gary Wille, and Sue Dalton; grandchildren, Nick Cronkright, Kyle Cronkright, Kelley (Andy) Rose, Stacey Petersen, Steven Petersen, Zachary (Elizabeth) Dalton, Kylie Dalton, Brenda (David) Goodrow, Jill (Dave) Jaremba, Jodi Dalton, John (Shelly) Dalton, Justin (Anne) Dalton, and Joshua Dalton. She is also survived by 12 great-grandchildren; 3 great-great grandchildren; and her sister, Jackie (Frank) Anjakos. She was predeceased by her parents; son, William Cronkright; step-son, Jack Dalton; step-daughter, JoAnn Wille; granddaughter, Linda LeRoux; great-granddaughter, Brooke LeRoux; and great-grandson, Tyler Jaremba. 

Honoring Nancy’s wishes, cremation has taken place.  A Celebration of Life will be held in Spring of 2025. 

Those wishing to give a memorial in Nancy’s honor may consider the Carrollton Education Foundation by sending a check made out to: Carrollton Education Foundation, Attn: Brian Dixon, Treasurer, 5300 Bay Road, Suite 100, Saginaw, MI 48604.  To sign online guestbook, visit www.cremationsocietymidmi.com  Arrangements made with the Cremation Society of Mid Michigan.             

 

 

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