Ms. Kronke, 86, of Freehold Township, died May 18, 2009. She obtained her bachelor’s degree from Montclair State College and her master’s degree from New York University, serving on the educational staff at Ramsey High School for 35 years, first as an English teacher and finally as a guidance counselor. After retiring from the Ramsey school system in 1977, she moved to Freehold Township to be near her sister, Gertrude K. Saker, who predeceased her. She is survived by a niece; two nephews; six greatnieces; and a great-great niece. A funeral service was held at the Freeman Funeral Home, followed by burial at Maplewood Cemetery in Freehold Township. Memorial donations may be made to the Reformed Church of Freehold, 67 West Main Street, Freehold, NJ 07728.

