Obituary of Laura M. Cronin

Laura Marie Cronin (Ferris), beloved daughter, granddaughter, sister, aunt, niece, cousin and friend, left this world unexpectedly on February 28, 2019 in Chandler AZ at the age of 40.

Born in Weymouth MA on March 18, 1978 to Sylvia Ferris (Villani) and Gregory Ferris.  Laura grew up on the south shore, where she graduated from Hingham High School 1996, before completing her degree at Babson College 2000. After college, she excelled in her career, working in software test engineering and quality assurance management.  Laura was an avid runner and fitness instructor, completing several Boston Marathons and many other charitable races.  She had a passion for helping people achieve their fitness goals.  Her greatest pride and joy were her niece Ava and her nephew & godson Christian.  Laura spent countless hours on the floor reading, coloring, playing and allowing them to do her hair.  Affectionately known as “Auntie Laura”, she will always be remembered dressing up as characters for birthday parties and countless hide and seek adventures. Her presence in our lives will be sorely missed.

Laura is survived by her loving mother Sylvia Ferris, brother Anthony Ferris, sister-in-law Dana Ferris, niece Ava Ferris and Nephew Christian Ferris of Kingston, MA; father Gregory Ferris of Bradenton FL; Grandmother Violet Villani of Hingham, MA; Grandmother Shirley Ferris of Bridgewater MA; along with many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. She is preceded in death by her grandfather Samuel Villani and grandfather Stanley Ferris.

Funeral from the Shepherd Funeral Home 216 Main St. Kingston, MA on Sat. April 6, 2019 at 10:00 am followed by a funeral Mass at St. Joseph's Church, Main St. Kingston, MA at 11:00 am. 

 A celebration of life will immediately follow in the church hall next door, all are encouraged and welcome to attend.

Memorial donations can be made in Laura’s name to the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation online at https://online.crohnscolitisfoundation.org .