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Ronald DuBois Obituary
Ronald J. DuBois, of Sun Lakes, AZ, passed away unexpectedly on Feb. 8, 2011 in Gilbert, AZ. Ron was born Mar. 29, 1936 in Schenectady, NY. He graduated from Union College in New York with a BS degree in chemistry in 1958. After earning a PhD in chemistry from the University of North Carolina, he was drawn to the West, and moved to Salt Lake City, UT, where he was employed by Hercules Aerospace for 30 years. There he met and married Patricia Jurges, and they are the parents of three children. They were later divorced. On Mar. 7, 1998 he married Dixie Haslip, and they were sealed Jan. 14, 2000 in the California/San Diego Temple. Ron is survived by his wife, Dixie, and children from his first marriage, Susan (Eric) Bishop, Laurie (Eric) Anderson, and Jeff (Gretchen) DuBois; his grandchildren, Matt and Ben Bishop, D.J., Austin, and Aubrey Anderson; and Logan and Sadie DuBois. Ron also had great affection for his wife's children, Erin (David) Lee, Mark (Sarah) Haslip, and April (David) Sherlock, and her 13 grandchildren. Visitation will be from 7:00-8:30 pm Fri., Feb. 11, at Pleasant 2nd Ward of the LDS Church, 800 W. Chandler Heights Rd., Chandler. Funeral services are planned for 4:00 pm Sat., Feb. 12, also at the church. Interment and graveside services will take place in Bountiful, UT.
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Suzanne Tornquist
February 4, 2021
It is sad to think that Ron is no longer here. He was my boss at Hercules. He was a pleasure to work with. I was the second woman who worked in that area at that time. Until then, women were not hired for laboratory work. He was kind, honorable, reasonable and tolerant. Everyone liked him. In a new time of women working (1975) in "mens" areas, I have to say, he was fair and never a chauvinist... something that was rare in those days. As always, I wish him well and hope he is flying with the angles and in good spirits.
Suzanne Tornquist
Reginald Brister
March 8, 2011
I am sorry to hear of Ron's loss. I have worked with him for several years assisting veterans and he was always a pleasure to work with.
Praying God's peace for you and the family. Reginald
Department of Veteran Affairs
Spencer Saito
February 14, 2011
I was saddened to read about Ron's passing in the Tribune.
From 1968 to 1978, the Ron DuBois' and the Saito families were "next door" neighbors. The Gert Meyers family and the Betsy Pullman family completed a very close and happy neighborhood in the Chevy Chase subdivision, Holiday, Utah!
So many kids! So many adventures and events! Block progressive parties, building fence, cutting the telephone lines in several places...Arrival of children! Too many to count and name....
Susan, Laurie, Jeff. Our Heather, Dana, and Nathan all arrived while we were neighbors.....
Bike rides to the state capital building and back, going to Las Vegas to see the Ali Quarry Heavyweight fight, Just hanging out and talking about our youngsters......
I will never forget Ron as a good friend and neighbor.
Wonderful memories, so many years ago....
My sincere condolences to Ron's families
Rest in Peace Ron............
Spencer Saito Mission Viejo, CA
February 13, 2011
It was my privilege to have worked with both Ron and Dixie at Salt Lake County a number of years ago. Both were universally loved and respected and Ron was a great team member in the Meals on Wheels Program. On behalf of many others at the County who mourn his passing we extend our thoughts and prayers to Dixie and family at this time.
Sincerely, Marvin Conrad
Cidne Orchard
February 13, 2011
Dear Dixie,
We are so sorry for your loss. I was so happy to have met Ron this past summer. I could tell he was an awesome grandpa. We love you and you are in our prayers.
Love,
Cidne, Eric, Samuel, & Nicholas Orchard
Rob and Helen Bogden
February 13, 2011
We are sad to hear the news about Ron. He was always good to us and a great neighbor. When we were younger he always included me in the baseball games, hockey games and other activities with Jeff, Laurie and Susan, I was always happy to go along and looked forward to it. He will be missed.
Gary Barrett
February 13, 2011
My deepest condolences for the loss of Ron. I worked with him many years at Hercules Aerospace. He was always well thought of and enjoyable to be around.
Gary Barrett
February 13, 2011
I am saddened to learn of Ron's death. I was a Secretary to Ron at Hercules for many years. He was very good to work with. My sincere heartfelt sympathy to Wife and children.
LuDean Christensen
Merlyn de la Melena
February 13, 2011
I am so sorry to read of Ron's passing, Dixie. We are in Peru now, but our love and thoughts are for you and your family. May you enjoy many happy memories of your life together with Ron.
Amye Godfrey
February 12, 2011
We loved getting together with Ron and Dixie at Mark and Sarah's house for holidays and birthdays. He was a kind, gentle, and humble man. As I think about it, he was always smiling. I miss him. I have Dixie and his children in my prayers.
February 12, 2011
I am shocked to hear of Ron's death. It is sad to know he died at such an early age. He was my supervisor at Hercules for many years. I liked working with him and enjoyed him as a person. My sincerest sympathy to his family and friends.
Sincerely,
Suzanne Tornquist
Enniss Berrett
February 11, 2011
As neighbors and friends we have much
respect for Ron's intelligence, love for
family. We will join with others in
mourning his loss. Love and respect to
Susan, Laurie and Jeff.
Alice Nielson DeWitt
February 11, 2011
I was so sad to hear the news. All my love to Dixie and family!
Emily Craig
February 11, 2011
Much love to you, Dixie, and heartfelt condolences to his entire family.
Bonnie Jurges
February 10, 2011
I was saddened to hear about Ron. He was a kind and generous person and I am thankful to have know him and to have had him as part of my family for many years. Ron made some changes in the latter part of his life that I know brought him much happiness and joy...and you were have been a part of that Dixie. Remember all the good times and stay strong in the faith that you will be with him forever. I know that Susan, Laurie, and Jeff will miss him terribly and my heart goes out to you at this time. Remember him with love and I know you will feel his spirit with you throughout your lives.
Cheryl Anderson
February 10, 2011
I was shocked to hear the news of Ron's passing. Although we didn't keep in contact with Ron in later years, I have very fond memories of him from my childhood and young adult years. I always found him a very kind, gentle and loving person. My deepest condolences to his wife Dixie and my cousins Susan, Laurie and Jeff.
Ariesa Wortelboer
February 10, 2011
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. You're in our prayers
Ariesa Wortelboer & Family
eric bishop
February 10, 2011
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
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