Iris J. Chronis

Iris Jennie (Lock) Chronis, child of her Heavenly Father and devoted follower of Jesus Christ, died on September 11, 2019. She was born in San Antonio, Texas, on April 26, 1924 to Albert F. Lock and Virginia Susan (Joy) Lock. She was raised on a ranch and was educated in Hunt, Texas and Kerrville, Texas. After marrying an Army Air Corps career officer, George Henry Chronis, she enjoyed service with him in many different assignments. She considered being an Arlington Lady, during George’s tour at the Pentagon, as one of the highlights of her time as a military wife.

She is survived by her only husband, of 72 years, George, and five wonderful children: Gail Ann McWhorter and husband Ted; Harry Lock Chronis and wife Karen; Iris Kay Simmer; Lisa Ellen Chronis; and Terise Robin Boggs and husband Wayne. Iris had 11 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by a brother Dan Lock and sister Glenda Patton.

She was preceded in death by her older sister Verna Settle, her older brothers Don Eugene (Gene) Lock and Albert F. Lock, Jr, and her son-in-law Russell Simmer.

Those wishing to remember Iris, who was still giving Bible testaments to hospital nurses until the day of her death, are encouraged to use the Gideon Card program for distribution of God’s Word, cards for which are typically available in local churches and in funeral homes, or to donate to the Gideons online (www.gideons.org).