May 2, 1938 ~ May 12, 2014
Ron was a life-long Seattle resident and a graduate of Roosevelt High School. A printer by trade, he loved his work. He was an avid hobbyist, inventor, innovator, photographer, collector (75 Zippo lighters, e.g.) and craftsman. Next to his abiding faith, he loved family, especially the little ones who could always count on him for M&Ms and quarters – and nightly prayers on their behalf.
Along with a 60 year commitment to 501’s, he had a lifetime appreciation for automobiles and spent many hours under the hood of his or his buddies’ cars, Ron blustered about what was wrong in the world but was quiet about his own efforts to make things right for others. He was generous. He was kind. He was a man of his word. Those of us who knew and loved him well say goodbye reluctantly. — Until we meet again, Ron. We’re not far behind.
