Ron was always one of my favorite coworkers.  You could always rely on Ron for a smile a snappy little saying.  He called me groovy girl and it was a fun nickname.  He might have called others that but it’s still a fond memory.  He was a happy guy. He always seemed to have a good outlook. He was so proud of his kids. I knew when they graduated high school. When they were trying out college classes and what they were wanting to do.   He knew they would find success.  He was excited to retire and start planning his new adventures.  We both had countdowns but Ron had a calendar in his work area and faithfully marked off the days.  Jim and I went to his home in Sycamore and saw the camper. Heard the plans to head to Florida.  He found his little slice of paradise quickly and seemed so happy.   Thank you again Ron for the two beaded bracelets you sent me. A retirement hobby you had that you gifted me. I cherish them and will always think of you when I wear them.  Godspeed and Rest in peace Ron. 

Ron and I were friends through Debbie Gilmer.  She tried to set us up once but his heart was already taken.  Ron and I remained friends and I remember after he graduated HS he worked evenings on top of the Elmhurst water tower.  He’d call every night and talk forever about the beautiful sky, life and everything in between.  He always had a warm thought to share, I can only imagine the loss his family must feel.  His was a life well lived!  Rest in peace good friend! ❤️🙏❤️

As far as I'm concerned, you were my dad. You were there for me when my own dad wasn't. Your kindness and respect for all women set the groundwork for who I judged against anyone I would have possibly dated/married. For that reason, you and my husband were the only men in my life that never hurt me. 

I'm devastated that I wasn't allowed to have a relationship with you these last 9 years. It wasn't fair to either of us. I missed you so much, and now you're gone. You were too good for this world. I hope you knew that I never stopped loving or caring about you despite the circumstances. Shine on, you crazy diamond.

When we were in high school, and my Grandma from Iowa would come to visit and ask for us to play her favorite thing to do which was Scrabble. None of us wanted to; so Ron would come and play for hours with her at our Dining Room Table. They laughed and laughed too. Maybe they are playing some Scrabble now together.  Ron, you are remembered! 

The kindest man I ever knew. He pinned me in wrestling in high  school and apologized to me for beating me. Every time was like that . A great loss indeed.

my friend Ron,

There was a time when you and I were the best buds when you lived in Illinois.  We would talk sports for hours (especially Chicago sports, softball, and collectibles).

Your family will miss you and so will your friends. I will never forget you. RIP Ron