Frederick Waldron Obituary

WALDRON - Frederick ("Ronnie" - "Whitey") on October 12, 2008 of Babylon Village. Beloved husband of Helen. Devoted father of Ronnie (Donna), Karen (Vinny) and Deborah. Cherished grand- father of Michael, Kristen, Lauren, Christopher, Caitlin, Julia, Danielle, Jessica and Jenna. Friends may visit today 2:00-4:30 and 7-9:30pm at the Claude R. Boyd-Spencer Funeral Homes, 448 W. Main St., Babylon Village. Funeral Mass 9:45am Wednesday at St. Joseph's R.C. Church. Interment to follow at Pinelawn Memorial Park.

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Published by Newsday on Oct. 14, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Frederick Waldron

10 Entries

Ed Pymm & Family

November 9, 2008

We first met Ronnie 25 years ago. Lillian introduced us at a Mother's day weekend at Glen Falls House. She told us beforehand that he had been very sick and some of his activities had slowed. Two hours later he was breakdancing. I thought to myself if this is the slow version of this guy, I'd love to see the fast one. Over the years, we saw many sides of Ronnie and loved all of them He was truly a great guy who had the ability to make everyone he met feel special and had an incredible capacity for love. We will miss him. God Bless everyone who loved him especially Helen (his biggest fan), his great children and beautiful grandchildren.

Debra Canavan

October 22, 2008

Last night I thought I heard my mother's laughter. I figured Ronnie must have arrived in Heaven and there's a party going on. He was always known for making people laugh and for that beautiful Italian song,"Pizzania". (did he actually write that song?) I'll bet that's what he is singing to everyone in Heaven right now. He will always be remembered fondly with a smile and a chuckle.

kim rumpf

October 22, 2008

Uncle Ronnie ,
I came into our "family" at five and never once did i question the immediate love and acceptance i felt. In this life nothing is more important than family ( and we truly are family ) and i have learned that from watching you raise your children. You were the father i wished i had ! You have three amazing children who love and admire you . If i close my eyes i can still hear you say "HELEN!".
Aunt Helen..... you are so loved....strong and so funny !!Just don't make any coffee !Uncle Ronnie lives through you ,Ron, Karen & Deb AND in all of us.He is in all of our hearts and we are better people for having known him .
Uncle Ronnie...i am honored to have been your niece. Rest in peace. Thank you for sharing your life with us.
Love, Kim

Kerri Denner

October 21, 2008

My Uncle Ronnie who I find out was not even my uncle after all was so much more then that. In a family of so many girls he was our father figure. His life with Aunt Helen showed us love what we could only hope for in our own marriages. Those times of singing on chairs with soda bottles & dancing with Elvis at the Glen Falls seem so long ago. But will never be far from my thoughts. I hope I can teach my children to love and enjoy life as you did for me. Thank you Uncle Ronnie!

Linda and Russell Snow

October 21, 2008

Ronnie,
We didn't have the good fortune of growing up with you guys and the Keyes family and friends, but we so enjoyed hearing the wonderful stories you all told. We were honored to be privileged in sharing the memories and escapades which helped shape who you would become. It was a joy to be your friend, and you are missed. Rest in peace with the loved ones who have gone before, in the loving arms of our Lord.
Fondly,

Patricia Ohman

October 20, 2008

R is for the Realm that he has entered
O is that it's on the "Other" side
N means that he Never has to suffer
N means that he'll always be Nearby
I is that we only can Imagine, the
E which is his Everlasting Joy!
And now the angels' voices are resounding -
"Welcome Home, Ronnie - our dear boy!"

The souls who've gone before us all are gathered
Smiling broadly, arms are opened wide,
Standing on the shore of life eternal,
Happy that he's come there to reside.

Betty says -"He was in my wedding!"
Bob laughs and remembers his 'toupee',
Lily deals the cards, for she's been waiting,
Tom has the spoons that he'll teach him to play.

His mama holds him close, and rocks him softly,
Her gentle tears now wash his pain away -
His sister there to greet him, oh, so warmly -
All are singing "What a happy day!"

Ronnie looks, just one more time, behind him -
Should he return to life, as was before?
"Dry your eyes", he says to his grieving loved one -
"I've found my freedom here, at Heaven's door"

"And when it's time, you will find me waiting -
Smiling broadly - with my arms spread wide -
'Welcome Home!', I'll join the angels singing,
To my Helen - darling, lovely bride!"

Karen Boccia

October 19, 2008

Over the past few days I have realized how special you were to so many people. Everyone has their own special memories and stories that make them smile when they think of you. Whether they were talking about Whitey, Ronnie or Frederick (Whose Frederick?)

I was reminded again and again by so many of you how much he was loved ..... and respected. Over and over I heard friends and family refer to him as a man of integrity and pride. And that made me smile at such a sad time.

Our dad was raised without a father to show him the way..yet he still found the way to be such a great father to us..All his life he was a hard worker and provider. Nana would be so proud of you.

He showed us how important family is. He showed us what a father figure was and should be. There was no such thing as an extended family...it was just family...and to this day, I don't know the difference. I consider so many of you as my family..even though I learned just yesterday that many of you might not be related to us after all... ..who knew! Even your closest friends were more like aunts and uncles to us.

You touched so many people here today, who never forgot the fun person you were. Smiling, laughing, and singing (or at least trying to.) People came from so far away to say goodbye....this was never more evident then when your best man drove up from florida to see you one last time.

From our backyard parties in Elmont to bringing out the singing machine at Aunt Lillies, you will always be remembered as "the life of the party". You gave Ronnie, Deborah and I all so many wonderful childhood memeories....from the Shapanack to Glen Falls.....

All of your grandchildren are so lucky to have such a great man for a Grandpa....There is a little bit of you in each of them. I know your honesty will shine through each of them. We will be sure to keep your memory alive in them.

I can't forget your bride. She is going to miss you sooo much....especially hearing "Helen" from the other room. It is because of her that we had you with us as long as we did. She cared for you more then she did herself. And we will always be greatful to her for that.

I'm so sorry that you got sick early in life...but I realized that you never felt sorry for yourself, you never compained and you always did the best you could. Dad....today you are finally free of your sickness, free of your medications and free of your pain. So many peolpe are waiting for you in heaven, you will be greeted with open arms by everyone.

We will always love you and never forget you! I am so proud to be your daughter.

God Bless Ronnie!

Fran Hook

October 19, 2008

Whitey was a great friend to me. He had such a good heart & a great sense of humor. He was soooo patient with me when I first started golfing. I miss him already. Whitey, say HI! to Ray for me.

Bob Hopkins

October 18, 2008

I consider myself very lucky to have been a close friend. I will always remember the good times we have had. I'll miss you,buddy.
Rest in peace.Till we meet again.

Lillian McGrath

October 17, 2008

Do you know someone that when you look at them laugh. The person who always makes you feel happy even when your not. That was my cousin Ronnie. I can say he was hardworking ,honest,great husband,wonderful father and grandfather and that would all be true.I will always remember how lucky he was to have his bride Helen always by his side taking good care of him. I love you Helen! But when I think of my cousin Ronnie and the laughter in his beautiful blue eyes is what will be the first thing I will remember.

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