Michael Cronin died in his 91st year recently on January 5th. Michael Cronin, born on December 20th, 1929, was the last surviving son of Kitty Kiernan, who was engaged to Michael Collins before his assassination during the Civil War. Michael spoke glowingly of his father, less so of his mother, although he understood her frustrations. Felix Cronin snr quit alcohol and was appointed to a State job by Sean Lemass when he left the Army, despite the strong Civil War bitterness that still existed. Michael spoke glowingly of Lemass and his generosity in providing badly needed employment for an old foe.

Source: The Irish Times February 28, 2021 15:00 UTC