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Memories and Condolences
for Ronald Ginther
Darleen GINTHER
May 31, 2022
18 years, unreal that I can still hear that laugh of yours. We lost your Dad this year, which I´m still in shock. After 57 years, I´m by myself. Of course, those brothers of yours, are near by and do so much for me. Show Dad the ropes up there, and I think you probably shared a beer or two.
Archer is a mini you. You would be so proud of him for sure. Watch over him Ron and keep him safe.
You know we all love you and miss you, that will never change. Why is this so hard to write this time? I am so choked up today, I can´t write anymore.See? It doesn´t get easier through the years. Love you Ron, Mom
Chase Schiro
May 30, 2022
Hi Ron, nothing has changed. I am reminded of your sacrifice all the time and it seems to be happening more often these days. Thank you, God Bless all your family.
chase schiro
May 31, 2021
Hi Ron, You are not forgotten. I think of you all of the time. Your name, face and sacrifice grounds me in gratitude for the life I am able to have today. I pray for God's Blessings on your family. Thank You, Ron's Family for your sacrifice. Semper Fi Ron, see you soon.
Aristotle Pantelis
May 5, 2021
May His Memory and Recognition of His Sacrifice, for all of us, Be Eternal. I'm holding my first grandchild who is 8 months old now and remembering the Ginther family's sacrifice. God Bless you.
Donna Ginther
May 4, 2021
Ron its been 17 years now and not a day goes by without thinking of you. I so wish you were here. Alayna had a baby boy. He weighted 6lbs 6oz and was 19.5 inches long. He's beautiful!! I wish you had been there with me holding and loving on our grandson. Alayna named him Archer Ronald Webb and not only does he share part of your name but your nose and eyes. When i looked into those beautiful eyes I saw you. Man Ron its been really hard through these milestone in life without you to share it with. You would be so happy for all your grandchildren. They are smart healthy and beautiful. The kids are doing well and talk about you all the time. sometimes we laugh so hard remembering you and other time just cry. Its the memories that keep us going and knowing that one day we will all be together again. We Love you and will always miss you! Forever in our hearts!! Love, Donna
Darleen Ginther
May 2, 2021
Today 17 years have gone by, hard to believe. So much has happened that you missed. You became a GrandPa twice! Both beautiful and healthy boys. I know your beaming about that. The family is getting bigger, but there is one person missing, you. We are all a lot older now and your daughter is truly an adult. So smart and pretty and now a Mother. You would be so proud of her. We try to fill her in about you and answer all her questions. We love and miss you Ron each and every day. You will never be forgotten. Love Mom
Tracey Ginther
May 2, 2021
Thinking of you. Missing you always. Gone but not forgotten. Our forever hero!!
Charlie Gili
April 15, 2021
Hello,
We realize that we are very late to express our deepest condolences, but we wanted to let your family and friends know that we will be sending Care Packages to deployed troops this week and several of these will be dedicated to your loved one. Each package will carry the name, photo and hometown of Ronald A. Ginther US Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class.
We realize that this is a small tribute, but we do this with all respect and sincerity and we want you to know that it is made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals from across the American youth hockey community, their families and friends and others who support our mission.
We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you safe and strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of our US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign
Darleen Ginther
May 5, 2020
Ronnie, its not May 2nd, but May 5th. I really couldnt write that day,it was really rough. Been talking about you all week. Your still our hero Ron, but you boys have always been my heros. I am so proud of each and everyone of you. Its a different world now Ron. The Coronavirus, wearing a mask, staying home, staying away from people. People angry. .Well, I guess I am just blowing off steam, and wish you were here for me to talk to. Miss you, love you.
A Pantelis
May 2, 2020
Remembering Ron's service, sacrifice and family.
Darleen Ginther
May 3, 2019
I have written here every year. It still seems like it happened just last week. The
Memories stay with me day after day. I miss my second son so much, his smile, his loud laugh, his great sense of humor. His love for his family. He worked hard and played harder. Miss you Ronnie and love you.
Aristotle Pantelis
May 2, 2019
God Bless a great American- Ron Ginther. Never Forgotten.
Tracey Ginther
May 2, 2018
Aristotle Pantelis
May 1, 2018
May His Memory Be Eternal... He served and sacrificed for all of us and he will never be forgotten.
Carolyn/Leroy Furma
May 30, 2017
RIP. Thank you for your service. You gave all!
Karen McLellan
May 30, 2017
God bless you and your family
Chase Schiro
May 29, 2017
Hello Ron, God Bless you and your Family. As you know Ron, I pray for you and your family every time I learn when another American Hero has had to sacrifice their life also, to preserve Our Great Country and Our Constitution. That is my "trigger" to be grateful. Ron, are my personal Hero. To my knowledge, you are my only friend that has made this type of sacrifice for me. It is my honor to give your name to God often. This is what I will do always and always. SEMPER FI my friend, Chase.
Mom Ginther
May 2, 2017
Today marks 13 long years without you. My 2nd son went far too soon. He has missed so many wonderful things. His daughter growing up, his parents growing older and the family and friends that miss him so much. Love you, Mom & Dad
Aristotle Pantelis
May 1, 2017
May His Memory Be Eternal. I'll never forget his sacrifice.
Donnie Ginther
July 20, 2016
My brother would have turned 50 today, Time sure flies by, You will always be in my heart and in my life. Happy Birthday Brother.
May 16, 2016
Ron, I didn't write this year on May 2nd for a reason. This year you would have turned 50 , so I was waiting for July 20th. But, today your daughter turns 21. Can you believe it? You would be very proud of her, I'm sure. Time as passed so quickly for all of us, but we still miss you every day. We would have so much to talk about, and knowing you we would talk and talk. I miss that so much. Look down on your little girl today and beam with at big grin of yours. Love, Mom
Tracey Ginther
May 2, 2016
Thinking of you always!
Tracey Ginther
January 19, 2016
July 20, 2015
Happy Birthday, Ronnie, 49 this year. Missing you just as much as ever. Life went on, but the lost is still here for all of us. I remember all the Birthday parties we had at the house in Dover.Sometimes I wish we could turn the clock back, so I could talk to you one last time. There would be so much to tell you. Just remember we love you today, just as much as we loved you then. That will never go away. I still cry thinking about you.
Some day we will be together, and we will have OUR time. Love you, Ronnie.
Mom & Dad.
Tracey Ginther
July 20, 2015
Aristotle Pantelis
May 25, 2015
Petty Officer Ginther's sacrifice affected me deeply and still does. We are the same age and both served and separated, but Ron re-joined to continue serving for all of us. I pray often for his parents, wife and children, that they know his sacrifice is not forgotten even by those, like me, who didn't know him personally. May His Memory Be Eternal.
John Vitali
May 24, 2015
To a GREAT American who gave the ultimate sacrifice to our Country defending freedom! My deepest sympathy to the Ginther family.l will never forget. Im a former member of NMCB 14.Respectfully, John Vitali
May 2, 2015
11 Years, that seems so long, but still it feels like yesterday. Our lives have changed so much since you left us. Kids grown up now, people moved, Grand-kids out of school. So many changes. But, one thing that hasn't change is how much we all miss you, that will last forever, our love is still there for you.Please watch over us Ron. Love you, Mom and Dad
Thinking about you today on Veteran's Day and thank you again for your ultimate sacrifice!! Love & miss you!
Tracey Ginther
November 11, 2014
vince mancusi
November 10, 2014
Chief VDM of RNMCB-14 !!! will never forget you --well done CB -- can do Sir.
Darleen Ginther
July 20, 2014
Happy Birthday Ronnie, the years have gone by, but you are still in our hearts. This year we will be celebrating our 50th wedding anniversary, with all the family and missing one, you! I know you will be there in our hearts and thoughts, but your voice will be missing. You are part of those 50 years, you and your brothers. How can I not think of these past years without my boys. You all made our lives, the laughing, the crying, the yelling, and the serious talks. Oh, you will be missed soo much on our get together. I wanted our whole family together for this big milestone that your dad and I accomplished together. I miss you so much, and now that I am crying again, I just want to say, we love you and miss you. Mom
May 2, 2014
It has been 10 years, and still seems like yesterday. My heart still aches after all these years. The other day I had to give the names and Birthdates of my sons, and I automatically said Ray, Ronnie, Donnie, Billy and Jimmy. It was so hard to say that you had passed away. But, you are still here as far as I'm concerned. I still talk about you and talk to you almost every day. Love you Ronnie, Mom and Dad
September 16, 2013
Just thinking about you a lot lately. Miss the good times we had . Love ya
Darleen Ginther
July 20, 2013
Happy Birthday Ronnie. 47 today. The years have gone by so fast, but we all still miss you so very much. Love you Ronnie!!
May 27, 2013
Hello Ron Ginther, My very personal HERO. Thank you Ronnie again for your personal sacrifice. I PERSONALLY WANT TO THANK YOUR WIFE, PARENTS, ALAYNA, AND THE REST OF YOUR FAMILY FOR THEIR UNINTENTIONAL SACRIFICE. Thank you all. As you know Ron, I have been carrying the burden of your sacrifice that probably only you know. I think about you every, every single time I here someone else has died to preserve our honorable and GOD blessed country. Tell Momma Bootie to come see me at work. I work at RV Merchandising in Englewood across from Walmart on San Casa. I would love to talk to her about you. Thank you Ronald Ginther. God Bless your family. If they ever need anything, I will be there for them. Military Families take care of each other. So no worries my friend. Pepperidge Farm seems so long ago now. But, when I think about that time of my life, you always come first. YOU ARE NOT FORGOTTEN!!! Amen. God Bless all those that know and visit Ron.
May 2, 2013
Oh, Ronnie, where do I begin? How can it be 9 years, when I still can hear your voice and see your smile? You are still here with us all the time. Your name is said quite a lot and then we laugh or cry. That's how it was always. You got mad fast, you laughed the loudest, and you always forgot or lost something. Your keys, your hat, wallet, football cleats. You never left the house that you didn't come back for something. We would count the minuets and then there you were, asking us if we saw this or that. We just miss you so much, and here I am crying again, after all these years. But, the crying won't stop until the day I die. Love you. Mom
Donna Ginther
May 2, 2013
Its been nine years today and we so miss you. Alayna will graduate high school in June and Justin college in December. Joe is doing very well. You would be very proud of how they have become very responsible adult. Thank for your service to this great nation God has let us call home. Someday we will all be together again so until then I know you are looking down on us.We love you and miss you. Forever in our hearts
April 1, 2013
Thank you for your selfless service and sacrifice. The years that pass only reinforce your memory.
Bootie Ginther
July 20, 2012
Happy Birthday, Ronnie, waited for the night to come to write, thought about you all day. Miss you just as much today. Years go on, but memories stay on forever. Love, Mom & Dad
Donnie
July 20, 2012
Happy Birthday Brother. I still and always will fly my flag for you and all other soldiers forever. I sure miss you and think of you always. You will always be a part of me. Love you always
Peggy Childers
May 2, 2012
To the family and friends of Petty Officer 3rd Class Ronald A. Ginther:
Always remembering Ronald. "Some gave all."
Cousin Carrie Pipes
May 2, 2012
Cousin I miss you so much, I think about you all of the time and always will. You'll never be forgotten cuz! I love you.
Laura Clark
May 2, 2012
Thankyou for the ultimate sacrifice of giving your life for the freedom of our country!!!! Gone but never forgotten brother in law!!
Teresa Murphy
May 2, 2012
Ronnie,
I did not know you; however I wish I had! Tracey Ginther talks about you all the time. She tells me what a fine young man you were! As your family looks up smiling at you, you continue smiling back at them. Keep spreading your wings Ronnie!!!
Bootie Ginther
May 2, 2012
Well, here it is again, one of the worst days of our lifes. Yes, Ronnie, you were there for when people needed you, and I'm sure your daughter would have had alot of questions for you. But, I think alot of what you said has stayed with everyone. We still laugh about the fun times we all had together. Life test us all, and you gave us the hardest test.. To cope with life without you is one of the hardest test to endure. You are missed and loved... Mom & Dad
Tracey Ginther
May 2, 2012
Ronnie,
Man I miss you and all the times you were there for me when I needed someone on my side. You were there no matter what, even if I wasnt always right! Love and miss you today and always!
Bootie Ginther
March 2, 2012
I can still see your face and hear your hearty laugh. Getting into trouble all the time, because you had to get the last word. Oh,if only we could have said all kind words to each other. I wish I could change the past and just see you for just one more time and than I could say all the words I really want to say. Let us leave it with I love you and miss you. Love, Mom
Darleen Ginther
December 23, 2011
Oh, these last few days have been awful. Seeing all the troops coming home and their families so happy. I'm happy for them so much, but it would have been nice to see you be with them.. I sure do you miss you. I can still see you in that uniform and that big smile. Well, here I go crying again, so I'll close and wish you a Merry Christmas with Christ. Love u, Mom
Marina Williams
October 19, 2011
You and your family still remain in my prayers, and always will.
Bootie Ginther
October 18, 2011
Just was thinking about you and the boys. Love & miss you.
Carol Sperry
July 24, 2011
I am so glad to know that PO 3rd Class Ronald A.Ginther was there to keep the security of our freedom at hand. My condolences and hearfelt thanks goes out to PO 3rd Class Ronald A. Ginther and all his family and loved ones.
Darleen Ginther
July 20, 2011
Ron, today is another sad day for us. Wow, 45, can't believe I am getting this old. Miss you so much. and think of you every day. Not everyone knows what it is to lose a child, it is like a piece of your heart torn out, it's pain that you can't explain, it is a saddness that won't go away. We go on as best we can without you, but you are still in our talks and our thoughts. Love does not go away, even if you are not here with us. I won't say happy birthday, because it is not a good day. Just, I love you and miss you.
L Neal
May 28, 2011
To the family of Petty Officer 3rd Class Ronald A. Ginther:
Please know that just as your loved one remains in your hearts and minds; his sacrifice, and that of your family, remains with the people he died defending. Words cannot express the gratitude we feel for his bravery and selflessness, or the heartache we feel for your loss. God bless and keep you always.
Peggy Childers
May 2, 2011
To the family and friends of Petty Officer 3rd Class Ronald A. Ginther:
Please accept my remembrance of Ronald on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Kayla Ginther/Tuten/Wynne
May 2, 2011
Ill never forget the call that changed my life forever. I cant believe its been 7 years today and there isnt a day that goes by you dont cross my mind. I still wont let Daniel go over there and I think on one hand he knows and on the other he feels its hus duty just like it was yours. 15 more days dad and well know if your gonna have a grandson or granddaughter!! Im so excited and I know you still watch down on me and keep me safe everyday. We love you and miss you more than anything!!
Donna Ginther
May 2, 2011
Ron it still don't seem possible that your gone. We miss you more and more everyday. Your baby will be turning 16 and I hate the thought of you missing it.She is always wanting to read the last letter you sent her saying you will be missing her 9th birthday but promising her when you got home she would be having the biggest party ever. Well now in two weeks she will be turning 16 without you but somehow you have helped her find comfort in that one letter. I guess fathers do know best. We all miss you and love you very much. I know when we finally make it there with you it will be a big reunion. Until we are together again you'll forever be in our hearts. Love you baby Donna
Darleen Ginther
May 2, 2011
Ronnie, it is a sad day today, because we miss you so much, but never forgotten. It is so ironic that the same day, Osamba got killed. You were the one that called us that day, and told me that it scared you about what could happened. And it did. My love for you is still as strong and we miss you so much.
Love, Mom & Dad/
Tracey Ginther
May 1, 2011
Ron,
It seems so hard to believe that 7 years have gone by. Time may go by quickly, but the great memories of you still remain in our hearts everyday! We love & miss you always!
March 10, 2011
To the Ginther Family: It's been almost seven years since I served with Ron Ginther. It is still an honor to have know him and served with him in NMCB 14. He is remembered.
EO2 Melissa J. Bowles
Laney Ginther
December 22, 2010
Its almost christmas daddy and it just don't seem like christmas without you.
If santa was real I would tell him all I want for christmas was my daddy. And I would never take you for granted and would spend every minute I could with you. I love you and miss you even more.
Mama makes sure we have a moment to remember you on christmas morning and Justin is always telling the same story of how you would make us wait to open presents after your glass of tea. Mama said you would laugh about how long it would take you while you watched us get antcey. And you would say this is my favorite time wathching them. Man do I miss them days and now when we look back what wonderful memories i will always have of you. I love you daddy Merry Christmas !!!!
Alayna Ginther
July 24, 2010
Daddy, I wish I could see you to tell you this in person Happy Birthday. I know its coming a little late but I was with you that day and I know you know that. I miss you and there will always be a hole in my heart. But the memories I have of you keep me going and make me happy. You were always there for me and I will never lose that feeling of love you gave me.Thank you for everything Daddy but most of all I thank god for giving you to me as a daddy you are truly the best. I love you everyday more and more.Till we meet again daddy your will forever be in my heart. I just know your sitting there waiting on us. Always having to wait on a woman. I love you daddy your,laney bug......
Mom Ginther
July 20, 2010
Ronnie, well, it's your Birthday agaain, without you here with us. A grown man that has not been forgotten. We have celebrated so many Birthdays, never ever thinking it is the last. But your still my son and your still my little boy with the hearty laugh. Ron, you made us laugh and you made us cry and you made us to never forget you. Our love goes on and on. Your our own Angel now, Please watch over the family and keep them out of harms way. Remember, love goes on forever.
Love, Mom & Dad
May 31, 2010
Ron Ginther, your name will never be forgotten by me, my old friend. I remember the shock when I found out you had given the ULTIMATE SACRIFICE for our family, loved one's, friends, and nation. I was in a Atlanta Publix parking lot with my wife and children. I cried in the car. Ron and I worked at Pepperidge farm together in the distribution department. He was a fantastic employee. He made the whole team laugh all night long. He had a special laugh that could be heard above all the loud machinery. Ron, I have said your name aloud often throughout the years. I pray for continued healing for your family. God Bless. Chase
Peggy Childers
May 2, 2010
To the family and friends of Petty Officer 3rd Class Ronald A. Ginther:
Remembering Ronald on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Darleen Ginther
May 1, 2010
It has been 6 lonely years without you Ron. At times I still think of you here with us. I know you watched over your Dad this past year. He is doing better, but still has a few problems, but we will beat it, I'm sure. So many more soldiers have joined you, and that is so sad.
We have a red bird that is outside every morning, and I know it is you. My time to talk to you is then. Our love is still with you. Not a day goes by without thoughts of you. We remember all the good times, and your hearty laugh. I see your looks in all the boys, I hear your voice, that will never go away. Your crazy smile, and your goofy jokes.
Take care of Gramma and your Grandfather, and that you for being your Dad's gaurdian angel here on earth. We will be reunited when it is our time and it will be joyful. Love and miss you so very much.
Your Mom & Dad
March 18, 2010
To the family of P.Ofcer Ginther. First let me say I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of this brave Hero.
I am organizing a Warrior Walk in Lakeland, FL on July 31st 2010 and would like to walk in honor of P.Ofcr. Ginther. Please contact me if you would like to walk in his honor... we would love to have you.
God Bless you and your family. Your fallen angel is watching over you.
Melissa
www.warriorwalklakeland.com
[email protected]
jessica ginther
February 16, 2010
Uncle Ronnie,
i miss you so much! when i hear certian songs you come to mind. i just wanna tell you i love you so much! you are missed alot!
love you,
Jessica Ginther
Donna Ginther
November 20, 2009
Ron its only a week away from Thanksgiving and you will be missed. I just wanted you to know that I will always be thankful for God putting you in my life and for the wonderful gift he gave us when he trusted us with Alayna.I promise to do my very best and raise her in a way that will make you proud and in a godly way. And with God's help I will succed just as with his help we carry on even when it seems to tuff. I know your looking down and I know how much you loved your little girl and if you could say anything to us it would be take good care of her as you would have. Thank you Ron for all the great memories and please tell God Thank you for me. I tell him but I just want him to know how greatful I am to him also. He put you in my life for a reason and then took you home I sometimes don't understand it put I know he is in control and he knows what he is doing.So I try not to question it anymore and just be thankful for what time he gave us. Isn't that what apart of Thanksgiving is to be thankful for Gods tresaures and you,family and friends are just that treasures from God.. Thank you and God Bless America the Land of the free. Always in our hearts Love you always Donna
November 11, 2009
Cousin, know that I'm thinking about you as I do each and everyday. Boy do I miss you so much.
Your favorite Cuz
Carrie Ann
Carol Sperry
November 9, 2009
I would like to express my deepest condolences to you and your family. He will always be a guardian angel for you and your family as he was in this life. I never knew him, but maybe in the next life over where there is always peace, love, and everlasting life.
Brad Stueber
October 12, 2009
Time moves forward, but I do continue to keep Ronald in my thoughts and to pray for his friends and family who still miss him each day. May God continue to give you the strength you need each day and to restore joy and peace to your lives and hearts, also. I missed the blessing of knowing Ronald in this life, but I definitely will meet him and get to know him in the next when my time comes to join him there. God bless all who may read this!
Kenna Larra
October 12, 2009
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Donna Ginther
October 9, 2009
Hey babe I know its been a while but its not that I don't think of you everyday. But I know you know that!!! I was just sitting here today looking at Alayna's picture from her homecoming dance and gosh how I wish you were here to see her. She was so beautiful she looks so much like you. She said to me mom what do you think dad would say if he could see me right now and it was like you came right thourgh me and said wow your so beautiful. All I could do after she left was cry and wonder why you have to miss her growing up and why she has to grow up without a daddy. You were such a wonderful daddy it doesn't seem fair. All I know is she is growing up to be a wonderful young lady and I know you have something to do with that. I hate the fact she has to talk to a stone instead of talking to you face to face; but she finds comfort talking to you there. Thats how I know you have something to do with her being the strong wonderful young lady she has become. She is her daddy thats for sure. Justin made it thourgh bootcamp I know you would be proud and everyone else is doing good. We love and miss you. Love Donna Forever in our hearts
Darleen Ginther
July 20, 2009
Happy Birthday Ronnie. Another year older and another year gone. It is still the same shock to me as it was 5 years ago. You are still loved and missed as much today as then. Everyone talks of you so often and I think about you every day. It is still like an empty chair at the table, or a bad dream that you can't wake up to. Love you so much Ron.
Love, Mom
Joe Henke
May 8, 2009
Dear Cuz,
I can't believe it has been 5 years. I always think about the good times we had when we were kids growing up. You were more like a big brother to me then a cousin. When I am with a group of people talking about the war, I am very proud to let them know I had a great cousin who gave up his life for our country. I know you are with Uncle Teets now,looking over all of us. I love you cuz.
Love and miss ya
Joey(cousin)
Diane Gill-Gregory
May 7, 2009
Thinking of you Ronnie. My sympathy to the Ginther family.
Favorite Cousin
May 4, 2009
I've been thinking about one of my favorite cousins, (Ron Ginther) It's amazing that it has been 5 yrs. Saturday was an emotional day for me. I didn't stop thinking about you for one minute. I always think about you Ron. I truly miss you cousin, and I love you. We all do Cuz. Tell Uncle Teets "We'll catch him on the rebound" You both will always be remembered.
John Vitali
May 2, 2009
To the family of Petty Officer 3rd class Ronald A. Ginther: I send you my deep sympathy and cannot imagine what you have endured the last 5 years. I was a member of Rons Seabee battalion and five years later, I can still remember that awful day. To me, Ron was a hardworking,courageous great American. I didnt know him personally but I wished I did then. God Bless.
Peggy Childers
May 2, 2009
To the family of Petty Officer 3rd Class Ronald A. Ginther:
Ronald gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Darleen Ginther
May 1, 2009
Ronnie, well, I have been thinking about you all day again. Tomorrow is 5 years, and it is still so unreal. Still, waiting for you to come and visit, for the phone calls, for the laughing. What a smile!! and what a laugh!. Ron, you wiil always be with us, nobody can take that away. Uncle Teets came to visit you . Take good care of him, GrandMa & Pap. My heart is so sad today, but good thoughts will lead the way. Love, Mom
Brad Stueber
December 25, 2008
Praying a joyous Christmas for all of the Ginther family. I know you miss Ronald, but I can tell you know where he is and that brings great comfort and peace.
Donnie Ginther
December 24, 2008
Ron, Christmas is here again and the family will share laughter and happiness. You again will be truly missed on this day along with the rest of the family who cannot be here on the special day. Thanks for your sacrifice, we can enjoy this day in peace. Love ya brother.
Tracey Ginther
December 24, 2008
Ron,
I want you to know even though you are not here in body you are always here in our hearts. The Holidays are always tough on everyone, but keeping your memories going always seem to help. You are truly missed and we will never thank you enough for your sacrifice. Love you and Merry Christmas!
Darleen Ginther
October 20, 2008
Ronnie, been thinking about you for the last two weeks. I met two others that have lost their sons. I feel like I am helping them and they are also helping me at the same time. It's good to talk and cry together. We have talked and cried all week. All different ways, but still the same loss. We expected for our sons to take care of us later on in life. But, I do know I'll meet with you when it is my time. You, Gramma, & Papa. I'll hear you and Gramma laughing, I know that. Words can't tell you how much we miss you, but I know you know. Love you very much.
Darleen Ginther
July 21, 2008
Well, Ron, I did make you a year younger. I don't know what I was thinking. Maybe making you younger, makes me younger.Thought about you all day Sunday. Tears don't ever go away, I guess. We did talk alot about you. Talked about all the good times, and you laughing. And also the stories that only you could tell. You did have a knack for that. You know what? I just thought of it. You probably would have told us you were younger too!! Ron, just remember, you are so loved by all, and missed by everyone.
Love you, Mom
Donnie Ginther
July 20, 2008
Happy Birthday Ron, Times have sure flown by.You will always be remembered and loved. The family sings happy birthday and remembers our fondest memories. God Bless Our Troops and Our Fallen. Love Ya Brother.
Darleen Ginther
July 20, 2008
Happy Birthday, Ron. You would have been 41 today. I wish we were singing Happy Birthday to you instead of this writing. All the Birthdays we have shared with all the boys & Grandkids. You are never out of our thoughts & prayers. I talk to you each day, and sometimes, you even listen. You are now celebrating with Grandma and the other angels there. I still look at the picture where you are wearing the tin star on your shirt, and your goofy looking black glasses. You were having such fun.
Well, Babe, Happy Birthday and remember we all love you. Mom
Rita Williams
June 8, 2008
It has been 4yrs. now that you have left all that loved you. We are proud to say that you are one of our true heroes, you gave your life so that all of us can be free and safe. Ron I only met you a few times when you came to the school where I worked for Donna. I knew then that you two were made for each other, and I know that one day you all will be reunited again. Thank you Ron for protecting our country, YOU ARE A HERO TO MANY. May God Guide your family in many ways.
Lisa Rice
May 29, 2008
I only want to thank you and your family for your sacrifice. Because of people like you people like me can be free. Thank you!
The Neal family
May 24, 2008
To the family of Petty Officer 3rd Class Ginther,
Please know that just as your loved one will remain in your hearts and minds, his sacrifice and that of your family, will remain with the people he died defending. Words cannot express the gratitude we feel for his bravery and selflessness, or the heartache we feel for your loss. God grant you the peace that passes all understanding.
Brian Hutchinson
May 4, 2008
Ron,
It has been a while since talked to you, but rest assured I think about you quite often. I never know when something is going to remind me of you. I will just be going along when something just out of the blue hits me and I think of you or one of your brothers, or your mom and dad. I remember playing basketball down at Parks house, I remember riding our bikes down to the store just to pick up a 12 pack of pepsi's for all of us.
The other day I was thinking about when we camped out and climbed in your game room window and made bologna sandwiches. We had it made and didn't even know it. No worries, huh!! Well I know you have no worries where you are now and there is no question in my mind you are in heaven. Well my friend you take care of yourself up there and I look forward to seeing you again someday so that we can talk about the old times.
We miss you.
In Memory of Ronald ~ ( Debra Estep )
May 2, 2008
Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers today.
The Wind on The Downs
“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”
(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )
Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….
“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”
I did not know Ronald, but I am remembering on
this day he gave his all.
He is my hero.
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
The Other Side
i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.
can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.
i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side
the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom and MIL
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
The Other Side
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Please contact me and I will email you back a copy of my
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
Mom Ginther
May 2, 2008
Ronnie, It's your Birthday. Time has gone by, but it's still the same in our hearts. Gosh, we miss you. I can still hear your laugh, your voice, see your grin. That will never go away from us. You are still in our hearts, you are still one of my boys, you are still a brother, father, & uncle. Rest assure Ron, you are thought about alot, every day there is something that reminds us about you. The funny things, the sad things, and also the serious things. Life gave us a blow, but it is the memories that keep us going on. Your at peace now, but I still wanted to wish you a Happy 42nd Birthday.
Love, Mom & Dad
March 27, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Petty Officer 3rd Class Ginther!
Hiren Patel
February 27, 2008
John 15:13
Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends.
Love & Miss you.
Hiren Patel
Darleen Ginther
February 10, 2008
Ronnie, I know it has been awhile, but it's not because I have forgotten. I remember every day. There are just so many things that I wish you could see now. How the kids have grown up,your brothers at an older age, me & Dad at a much older age. We miss you so much, that some days it hurts so bad. I know that life goes on, but we miss you so much. Somethings aren't fair for so many parents that lose their children. But, you are much loved by all of us. Love, Mom & Dad.
Capt Carla Sizer, USAF
November 29, 2007
I can't even find the words...I lost my 19 year old son--5 Sept 2007, Balad, Iraq. I am absolutely devastated and I know that you are too...but find comfort in the fact that we will see our loved ones, our heroes again. Do I wish that I could trade places with my son? ABSOLUTELY not. He is in the arms of our Lord--"And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes; there shall be no more death, nor sorrow, nor crying. There shall be no more pain, for the former things have passed away" ~Rev 21:4
What a wonderful thought...
May God bless Petty Officer 3rd Class Ronald A. Ginther, God bless you and your family and God bless America!
Contact me if you want to talk.
PROUD Mother of
Specialist Dane R. Balcon
KIA, 5 September 2007
Balad, Iraq
Donna Ginther
November 29, 2007
I would like to thank everyone for the kind words and thoughts printed. It is so comforting knowing that people really care and that, Ron will never be forgotten.
Not a day goes by that we don't think of him and miss him deeply. I Just want everyone too how thankful we are for all of our soldier and my sympathy goes out to all the familes, We will see our hero again but until then we can never let their memories die. Thats what keeps us going until we are in the arms of our loved ones again. Donna Ginther
SHIRLEY DONEY
November 28, 2007
REST IN PEACE PETTY OFFICER GINTHER, TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS MAY THE MEMORIES OF THIS WONDERFUL SALOR'S LIFE FILL YOUR HEARTS WITH BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES
GOD BLESS YOU
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