Sharon Ann Cronkhite

Sharon Ann (Moore) Cronkhite, devoted mother, grandmother, partner, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 25, 2025, in New Braunfels, Texas, surrounded by her family and by love, after a long and hard-fought illness.

Born on February 23, 1950, in Fort Sill, Oklahoma, to Jerry and Margaret Moore, Sharon’s childhood years were shaped by her parents' military service and her family’s move to San Antonio, Texas. She graduated from Theodore Roosevelt High School in 1969, where she proudly danced as part of the Patriots Drill Team. She later married Thom Cronkhite, with whom she shared many years of family life and raised two sons, Jason and Bryan.

Sharon began her professional life in cosmetology, working at Fantastic Sam’s and Sensational Hair, where she managed salons and built lifelong friendships. Though she eventually left the salon world, she always kept her haircut kit close by and continued cutting hair for family and close friends. At holidays and family gatherings, it wasn’t uncommon for someone to end up getting a haircut right there in the kitchen, laughing and talking as Sharon worked her magic with the scissors. She later transitioned to a career in education, serving as a clinic assistant in Northeast ISD, where she eventually retired. After retirement, she continued working as a substitute in Alamo Heights ISD, where she got to know the staff well and was often requested by name.

After her father retired from the military, he became a referee and referee trainer. Much of Sharon’s life as a mother was spent at the soccer field, supporting her sons’ teams while her father officiated games. She carried her parents’ work ethic and fiery spirit with her, values that shaped her life and love for others.

As a mother, Sharon was energetic, loyal, and larger than life. She made her opinions known, often loudly, and every coach, referee, and person in the stands knew exactly where she stood. To her son Jason’s college soccer team, she was affectionately known as “Mama Cronkhite.” The players often gathered at her home, where she treated them like her own and made her famous Hungry Jack’s Casserole. She had an open-door kind of love.

For the past 18 years, Sharon shared her life with her companion and partner, Robert Duin (Coach Bob). Together they traveled, danced, and lived life to the fullest, often surrounded by friends and fellow Parrot Heads, enjoying sunshine at the beach, laughter, and music wherever they went.

Her love for her grandchildren, Myriam, Kendall, Madelynn, and Connor, was unmistakable. Known to them as Honey, she was their biggest supporter and proudest fan, cheering at every game, gymnastics meet, and band show. There were even moments when her family had to settle her down a bit, as her enthusiasm and energy often stole the show. She never just attended; she showed up fully, dressed from head to toe in team colors, complete with matching jewelry and perfectly painted nails. Her car was always ready with a stadium chair and a soccer chair in the back because Honey never came unprepared to cheer. She was also a lifelong sports fan and especially loved cheering for her Texas A&M Aggies, proudly wearing maroon and celebrating every win as if she were on the field herself.

Sharon was an active member of St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in Alamo Heights, where she participated in the Lay Ministry Program, served as a chalice bearer, and was part of the Daughters of the King women’s group. Her faith community gave her meaningful friendships and a place to serve, and those who knew her at St. Luke’s will remember her humor and heart for others.

Sharon also had a thoughtful, gracious side that often showed itself in unexpected ways. She was known for writing handwritten thank-you notes after holidays, family gatherings, or whenever someone gave her a gift. Those little notes were where her true warmth came through: heartfelt, funny, and sincere. Even if she didn’t always say it out loud, her gratitude always made its way onto paper.

Those who knew Sharon will remember her quick wit, loyalty, and deep love for family and friends. She was strong, outspoken, and full of life, a woman who loved fiercely and always showed up for the people she cared about.

Sharon is survived by her son, Jason (Julie) Cronkhite, and remembered with love by her son, Bryan; her grandchildren, Myriam, Kendall, Madelynn, and Connor; her sister, Janet (Jim) Smith; her nephew, Jimmy (Kate) Smith, and their children, Abigail and Cody Smith; and her niece, Jennifer Smith. She is also survived by her long-time partner, Robert Duin (Coach Bob), and many cousins and extended family members.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Jerry and Margaret Moore, and her brother, Jerry Moore Jr.

A Celebration of Life will be held on November 24, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 11 St. Luke’s Ln, Alamo Heights, Texas 78209.

She will be deeply missed and forever remembered by all who knew her.