Mark Meade Kron, age 73, of Miles City passed away July 2, 2012 at Holy Rosary Hospital. He was surrounded his family.
Mark was born on January 21, 1939 in Broadus, MT to Robert and Alice (Meade) Kron. He attended grade school in Miles City and graduated from Custer County High School. Following school he went to work for the Miles City Star where he was employed for 20 years. Mark was a photographer for the newspaper. He became well known for his pictures at the annual Mile City Bucking Horse Sale. His abilities produced many fascinating pictures including aerial photos. He also tended bar in various establishments in his earlier years. Mark was a friend to many, had a big heart and a good sense of humor. He was a good listener and always had an entertaining story or joke to tell.
He and his wife Lynne Buckholtz were united in marriage on April 8, 1961. In 1976 they started the Crystal Pistol Restaurant where they created the PACO. Mark’s family remains the owners of the PACO Packers.
Mark was preceded in death by his parents and sister in law Helen Kron. He is survived by his wife Lynne of Miles City; son Guy Kron of Miles City; daughter Alison Kron (Randel Moser) of Longmont, CO; brother Mick Kron of Missoula, MT; mother-in-law Pearl McClurken of Brinnon, WA; brother-in-law Kenneth Buckholtz of Brinnon, WA; niece Tracy (Tom) Blake of Missoula, MT; nephew Kim (Julie) Kron of Marysville, WA and 6 grandchildren, Melina, Sienna, Dean, Mitchel Moser, Tre and McKeelyn Kron and their Mother Robyn Shields.
Visitation will begin Thursday, July 5, 2012 at 8:00 a.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, July 5 2012 at 10:00 a.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Miles City. Interment will follow in the family lot of the Custer County Cemetery: -30-
Service Schedule
Visitation
8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Thursday July 5, 2012
Stevenson Funeral Home-Miles City
1717 Main Street
Miles City, MT 59301
Funeral Service
10:00 a.m.
Thursday July 5, 2012
Stevenson Funeral Home-Miles City
1717 Main Street
Miles City, MT 59301
Service Schedule
Visitation
8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Thursday July 5, 2012
Stevenson Funeral Home-Miles City
1717 Main Street
Miles City, MT 59301
Funeral Service
10:00 a.m.
Thursday July 5, 2012
Stevenson Funeral Home-Miles City
1717 Main Street
Miles City, MT 59301
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Diane Grutkowski says
Mark was one of my favorite people. He was always kind & generous to others. He will be remembered with great fondness by many. I will miss you my friend.
Joe and Sandra Konkright says
The guy I knew was a great person. He did the
cartoons and drawings for the Signal Butte when we were in CCHS and later did the art work and photos for the Miles City Star. He did the art work for some of the posters for the local Rock bands in the 60’s, but something one might not know…. Mark was in Miles City’s first Boy Band. Yea that’s right Boy Band. The group was formed as a club when we were pre high school and it consisted of a quartet and sometimes an extra member. We named the “Club”, The Woodchucks. We wanted something that was different than the Scouts even though most of us had belonged to them in the past. We even performed at the EAGLES hall for a Christmas program with Mom Konkright on the piano. God rest old friend.
Joe and Sandra
P.S. Anyone else want to admit belonging to that great singing group? Maybe we will all get together again someday. Joe
Berta Cauthron says
Just Sunday night, I was having dinner with my sister (Dotty Watts) and brother (Dave Anderson)in Livingston. We had Pacos (always a favorite)and were talking about Mark and all his contributions to the Miles City scene. I used to work with him at the Star, too. He will be missed–and long remembered. My thoughts are with you, Lynn. Berta
Barb Shields says
Lynne, Guy, Allison and the rest of his family. So sorry to hear of Mark passing. Lynne I know he was ill and when I spoke to you I said that Rick and I are available to you. I know that Tre and Mikki will be there for you also.
Gayle McEwen says
I can’t remember a time I didn’t know Mark…as a kid he wowed me with his photography and as an adult an amazing sense of humor. I still enjoy his photography when I dine at the Montana Steak House. Miles City will miss him.
Stephani Schumacher says
Lynn, Allison, and Guy, my thoughts are with you.
Amanda Malley says
I will always remember Mark’s contagious smile. Especially when he had mischief on his mind! He was a kind soul, with a quiet demeanor. May he rest in peace, and may his family find comfort in the celebration of his life during this hard time.
James L. Arneson says
Bill Huntzicker says
Mark was a strong, positive influence on me when I started in journalism. He was a subtle and sophisticated teacher to a naive high school and college student trying to find his way around a newsroom. He taught me much about photography and survival in journalism, especially by his example. He was humble enough to understand how a photographer should work with a reporter in creating a good story — a quality that I’ve since learned was truly rare. He often made unsolicited helpful suggestions about both my work and my demeanor. I often think of him in the rodeo or Bucking Horse Sale arena carrying the heavy Hasselblad, getting a shot and heading for the fence. I also appreciated meeting his wonderful family. My prayers are with you.
Marcy Stabler Parks says
Allison, Guy, Tre, and family,
I am so sorry to hear about Mark; what a great guy! My heart goes out to all of you. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Julie Kaufman says
I always appreciated Mark’s sense of humor, not to mention the food at the Pistol. This is a great loss for all.
Larry Zieske says
I’ll always remember the “good old days” with Mark and Roy O. and others. Mr. Z
JANICE GOSS says
I first met Mark when I worked for the Star (1964-1969) and he was one of my favorite people — always made me laugh and even took a couple of good pictures of me.