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Ronald Langley Obituary

Ronald Langley November 30, 1927 - September 29, 2010 A memorial service will be held Thursday, Oct. 14, at 3:00 p.m., at the Alano Club, 1001 34th St., to celebrate the life of Ron Langley. Born in Arkansas, November 30, 1927, he migrated to the Sunset Labor Camp, Arvin, CA with his parents and five siblings in 1942 at the age of 15. He was an extremely talented and prolific poet and songwriter, and though he had to leave school in the eighth grade to help support his family by working in the rice fields, he educated himself with a voracious appetite for reading and a passionate love of books. He was quite the witty wordsmith, master of spoonerisms, palindromes, brain teasers and crossword puzzles. He loved Ray Stevens, Randy Travis, Gene Watson, Roger Miller, Hoyt Axton, the Sons of the Pioneers, and The Cherryholmes Family Band. He played a pretty mean harmonica, loved to sing harmony with his daughters, and never met a plate of fried taters he couldn't finish. He was charming, charismatic, and chivalrous, opening doors for the ladies until the very end. He was a bowler, a baby bouncer, and a baseball fan. He was usually found doing one of four things: Singing, dancing, hugging, or kissing, or even all four at the same time. Ron was preceded in death by his beloved and only son, Darren Scott Langley, in 1973. At long last, they have had a happy reunion. He is survived by daughters and sons-in-law, Connie, Rhonda, Sandy, Nan and Donnie, and Shelly and Joe. Adoring grandchildren are Darrell, Dena, Brian, Adam, Christy, David, Jason, Jennifer, Cherie, Donnie, Joseph, Christopher, and Tiffany. He leaves numerous great grandchildren. He is also survived by his partner Bernice, with whom he moved to Texas in 2006; his brothers, Gene, Ben, Bob, and Wayne; and sisters, Wilma and Linda. In your own words, Pops, "Farewell, but not forever--just for a little while." www.bakersfield.com/obits

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Published by Bakersfield Californian on Oct. 5, 2010.

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Christy

September 30, 2024

I miss you so much grandpa. You alway made me smile when I saw you and loved how you were always singing and whistling.

Sandee Langley

September 29, 2024

14 years without you Pops.
Doesn't seem possible. But I know you are rejoicing with so many in Heaven.
And I know you are smiling down on your #3 "Baby Bird"
Until I see you in Heaven, I'll hold precious memories in my heart.

Sandee Kay Langley

September 29, 2023

13 years since God received you with open arms.
Loved and missed Pops.
Watch over my David and your son Darren til I get there to join you all.
Your Baby Bird #3 Sandee

Sandee Langley

September 29, 2022

Sandee Langley

September 29, 2022

12 years Pops. My world fell apart the day lost you. Then ot shattered when i lost my Son. Watch over my David for me.

Sandee Langley

September 30, 2021

Thinking much about you today Pops. 11 years ago today (the day after I lost you) I drove from SF to Truckee. And 2 days later was on the road. I ended up in NC. That trip was very emotional. I couldn't get back for your memorial, so I had my own. Then I settled into my own place and became a NC resident.
I met many wonderful people.
Oh how I wish you could have experienced the Ridgeway Opry House on Saturday nights with me!
I'm so thankful I had you for my Dad. You instilled much in me and through losses I know there's HOPE.

Sandee Langley

September 29, 2021

11 years without you Pops.
I'm blessed to have had you as my earthly Father. I know that I've failed at being the eagle, as you taught me many times.
Watch over my David til I join you in Heaven.
From you "Baby Bird #3"
Sandee

Sandee Langley

September 30, 2020

Take care of My David Pops Til I get there.. I LOVE you BOTH so much!!!

Thank you for your service David!

Sandee Langley

September 30, 2020

Mom and Son-Forever!

Sandee Langley

September 30, 2020

Sandee Langley

September 30, 2020

Missing you so much Pops! It doesn't seem like 10 years has passed. Take care of my Son,( your Grandson), David, for me til I get there. Your special #3 "Baby Bird" Sandee Kay Langley!!!

The Calvillo-Beuther Clan<br />I miss you grandpa so much. I love you with all my heart.

Christy Calvillo

September 29, 2020

Love You With All My Heart!

David ( Sandees oldest ) Kids-Grandkids and Great grandkids-The legacy Of Ron Langley lives on..Love ya Pops!

Sandee Langley

June 24, 2012

Jenns Clan--You would be so proud Pops!

Sandee Langley

June 24, 2012

and the Lil newbie..Ruby ( from Sandees brood )

Sandee Langley

June 24, 2012

Rachel-Cali & Jason-more Legacy lives on

Sandee Langley

June 24, 2012

Grandson Jason & Great grandbaby Cali-your Legacy Pops

Sandee Langley

June 24, 2012

Sandee says this every day Pops---

Sandee Langley

June 23, 2012

Pops' #3 Sandee--sings at the Ridgeway Opry House in NC-Pops taught us to sing and put the melody in our souls!

Sandee Langley

June 23, 2012

Sandee Langley

June 23, 2012

Jason ( Sandees Son )

Sandee Langley

June 23, 2012

Abe-Naomi-Jenn & Mia-- ( Sandees Daughter & Grandkids )

Sandee Langley

June 23, 2012

#3 Sandee with Dave ( the oldest of my 3 )

Sandee Langley

June 23, 2012

Your Legacy lives on--Dave-Sandee Abe-Jason-Jenn & Naomi

Sandee Langley

June 23, 2012

Connie Langley

June 21, 2012

Well, the second FAther's Day has passed and I still miss you very much.You were the best dad thet a person could have. I wish all kids could be so blesed to have such a graet father like you. You always put our needs before yours.I think of you everyday and smile. I miss your funny birthday cards. In a month when I turn 63 I will be thinking of you. You always called to wish me a happy birthday and made up a funny poem just for me.

Sandee Langley

June 17, 2012

On this earth you are no longer around...you are now standing on "Holy Ground". And though I miss you so much every day...I cannot question Gods will or His way. I questioned too long and it brought me more pain...for this old earths loss is now Heavens gain. A place where we all hope to be someday..with joy-praise-love and a "hip hip hooray"!! A place prepared by God with much love...a place with Him in Heaven above. Tune up that harmonica Pops...for I believe the time is coming soon. The trumpet will sound and we'll hear that shout...and all leave this world of doom and gloom.!!!

Nan Carr

June 16, 2012

You are still the Poet Pops
A quiet man, yet cream of the crop
In my eyes you could do no wrong
And my love for you is ever strong
Gone from sight, we cannot meet
For now you sing on Golden Streets
God called His merry minstrel home
No more to cry, no more to roam
No more to walk through earthly fire
For now the minstrel leads the choir
And if I listen when all is still
I hear your voice, it seems so real
I close my eyes and see your face
Haloed in His loving grace
You are not sad, you're not alone
You beam with light at the Masters throne
And so my wounded heart can mend
With every melody you send
Each healing note, each heavenly score
Is sent by the Ragged Troubador

Sandee Langley

June 14, 2012

Well Pops..Fathers Day is in a few days. It will be the second one without you. No chance to sing "Daddy's Hands" to you. No chance to come up with an awesome Honor to the man who was my ray of light from childhood into my adult years. Time has not healed my broken heart for it cries every day. I have had some peace in having a small piece of you around my neck every day-and my own little urn I have in rememberance of you. I put your harmonica to my lips and can almost feel a kiss from you. I take comfort knowing you are in Heaven where there is no pain-sorrow-hate-sickness or despair. I envy you for not being on this ugly earth. Give Darren a hug for me. Play a tune for the good Lord. And Pops..would you ask the Lord if you and Darren can be the angels to take my hand and lead me to Heaven when my time comes? I love you so much!! Have a joyous Fathers Day in Heaven....from your #3 daughter...Sandee

Sandee Langley

May 16, 2012

Pops--My head reminds me every waking hour that you are no longer on this earth. My heart cries every day missing you. At times I struggle and question "why"??? Why would God take my loving , kind, compassionate Pops?? The man who was the ray of light and hope for 6 kids?? My life changed forever on Sept. 29, 2010... The day God called you home. I love you Pops and am grateful for the role model you were.!!!

Shelly (Langley) Castillo

May 13, 2012

DADDY IM STILL MISSING YOU AS MUCH TODAY, MORE THAN A YEAR AFTER YOU LEFT US I STILL HAVE THOUGHTS OF YOU EVERY SINGLE DAY NOT A DAY HAS GONE BY THAT A THOUGHT OF YOU POPS INTO MY MIND IM SURE YOU KNOW THIS BUT THE MEMORIAL RHONDA AND I HAD FOR YOU IN BRIAN LANGLEY'S CHURCH WAS SO BEAUTIFUL AND HONORED YOU SO MUCH YOU BROTHERS READ YOUR POEMS AND SPOKE SO LOVINGLY ABOUT YOU AUNT WILMA AND UNCLE DICK EVEN CAME FROM OREGON TO BE THERE THE PICTURE VIDEO PLAYED PETER PAUL AND MARY SONGS IN THE BACKGROUND IT WAS SO RIGHT AND SO PERFECT

THE OTHER DAY I HEARD A SONG ON THE RADIO THAT WAS CALLED "IF HEAVEN WASN'T SO FAR AWAY" THE SONG MADE ME THINK OF YOU AND INSPIRED ME TO WRITE THIS POEM

I HEARD A SONG ON THE RADIO
THAT MADE ME THINK OF TIMES GONE BY
OF LOVED ONES LOST,AND CHANCES MISSED
AND NOT GETTING TO SAY GOODBYE

THE SONG REMINDED ME OF YOU
AND THE POETRY YOU WOULD WRITE
THE WORDS I GREW UP SINGING AND READING
THAT CAN MAKE THE DARKEST DAY TURN BRIGHT

MORE THAN A YEAR HAS COME AND GONE
SINCE THE CALL THAT BROKE MY HEART
THAT CALL THAT NOT JUST THE MILES
WOULD NOW BE KEEPING US APART

I KNEW I WOULDN'T SEE YOU MUCH
WHEN YOU UPPED AND MOVED AWAY
BUT MOST IMPORTANT WAS YOUR HAPPINESS
THAT YOU DESERVED TO HAVE EACH DAY

IV'E MISSED YOU EACH AND EVERY MINUTE
EVERYDAY SINCE YOU'VE BEEN GONE
I WAS SURE YOU WOULD LIVE FOREVER
THATS WHY YOUR PASSING SEEMED SO WRONG

I KNOW THE TIME WILL COME SOMEDAY
FOR OUR REUNION OH SO GRAND
I'LL HUG YOU TIGHT,AND THEN WE'LL LIVE
TOGETHER,FOREVER,IN THE PROMISED LAND

BUT FOR NOW I'LL WAIT,TILL THAT DAY COMES
AND THINK OF YOU EVERYDAY
I'LL READ YOUR POEMS AND SING YOUR SONGS
AND MISS YOU MORE THAN I CAN SAY

I LOVE YOU DADDY,WITH ALL MY HEART
AND I'LL LOVE YOU FOREVER MORE
AND IN YOUR OWN WORDS,"I'LL PATIENTLY WAIT TILL MY TURN COMES",AND I GO THROUGH THAT GOLDEN DOOR.

***MY HEART WILL ALWAYS MISS YOU AND STILL AT THIS POINT I DONT KNOW IF IT WILL EVER HEAL FROM LOOSING YOU

lee thompson

September 29, 2011

I didn't know Pops,But I have heard many wonderful stories. Sandee my thoughts are with you today.

Jenn Johnson

September 28, 2011

I can't believe its been a yr since you left us. I think of you often and sometimes I just cry because I finally found true love and happiness and I hate that the last few times I saw you I was miserable. I miss you grandpa and my life is just not the same with you gone..wish u could meet my babies and teach my son to play that harmonica u rocked so well. I love you!! Though our hearts still ache for you my tears dry when I think of you being reunited with your son! We got to have alot more time with you then he did..but one day we will all be together and live forever in peace an unity. Love you Grandpa!!

Nan Carr

September 28, 2011

A year of walking in sorrow has come and gone. The void remains; the tears have not yet dried; the wound still bleeds; the heart still denies.
But time has closed the void ever so slightly; The tears come less frequently; the bleeding has gone from pour to trickle; and the heart? Well, this heart of mine will hold you close until its last beat because that's where you live.
I love you, Pops.

Sandee Langley

September 28, 2011

Pops--it's hard for me to fathom that it's been a year since you went "Home".

I've had my share of ups and downs and am trying my BEST to be ALL you would want me to be.

I put a smile on my face and I open my mouth and SING!! * A bird doesn't sing because it has an answer, it sings because it has a song* You put that song in my heart years ago Pops, as well as the love of music to soothe a troubled heart and soul. I am BLESSED beyond measure for the Precious Precious Memories!



Memories!! Some sweet ones and some sad ones..

One sticks out in my mind and I shared it with you on your 70th birthday....

It was June 20, 1962-You put me up on your lap and conjured up a song for me, as my birthday was the next day. That meant more to me than ANY material gift!! Then just like a lightning bolt the joy was gone...for we didn't get to see you again until October 31st>> 4 months and 10 days!! ( Not by your or your kids' choice )..That's a loooooong time for 6 kids who considered their "Daddy" a HERO to go without his loving, caring touch, hugs and songs!!! Yes Pops YOU were the light in our lives--you were the master of making our visits magical and filled with so much love!! And it saddens me to have this memory..a memory of you driving up and down streets every day looking for your children.

My Pops--the man who could "walk on water"--The man who taught me not to hold a grudge-the man who taught me to "make the best out of a bad situation"-the Man who lived by these words that someone shared with me just last night...You said it to me many times in your own words because you BELIEVED in me.."Never sacrifice who you are just because someone has a problem with it"..And we have the man who sold his coat to have gas money to see his children.
THAT is unconditional LOVE!!!

Yes Pops, it's been a long hard road to hoe but the good Lord has seen me through. When I get blue I look up to the sky and say "I love you Pops and miss you MUCH-and I know that you are OK..my hope is to be with you again someday. Then there will be NO sad memories, but instead a Happy-Joyous reunion! Until then I will think on Positive things and those Precious SWEET memories of the Man who was the BEST role model any child ( or adult ) could ever hope to have in a Parent!!



Until we meet at Heavens gates---I LOVE YOU!!!



Sandee Langley



In LOVING Memory of

Ronald Langley

Born Nov. 30, 1927

Entered the presence of God on
Sept 29, 2010



**When I was born, I cried and the world rejoiced..

When I died, I rejoiced and the world cried**

Sandee Langley

September 28, 2011

More thoughts...It's hard to think of ALL you want to say when placing an entry here.
Pops-I want you to know that this little "Baby Bird" has learned how to fly, thanks to you!!
My goal for the rest of my life is to be like YOU! YOU are and were the most influencial Man in my life. Without you I don't know where I may have ended up. I hold to ALL the values you instilled in me. And I Thank my GOD every day for having you as my earthly Father.
I thank God every day for your Loving companion "Mama Bernice"..I know that you and she shared something Special..something that many people never get to experience!! LOVE!!
I miss you so much and LOVE you with ALL my heart!!
Many times this last year I so wished I could talk to you--share a poem or a story, or a funny tale! Or just say.."I LOVE YOU"!!!
The pain of losing you will never go away, nor will this BIG empty hole in my heart be mended. All I can do is be that "Baby Bird" that makes you proud!!!
I'll see you again-and what a day that will be!!
Love and (((HUGZ)))
from your Number 3!!
Sandee

Connie Langley

September 28, 2011

Well Daddy-here we are at one year since we lost you. I've thought about you every day. I have missed you so much! I think about what an amazing person ( and Father ) you were. I have learned a very important thing from you- not to hold grudges, and to not be judgemental. It has been very hard not being able to talk to you. The impact you made on my life is beyond words. You were the Best Dad anyone could ever want. I am able to handle losing you knowing you are with Darren. I try to imagine the reunion you had with him. I bet it was joyous! I will continue to think about you every day and I know that someday I will see you again. Until then I have many wonderful memories. Memories that I will always cherish.
I Love You,
Connie

Langley Girls-Connie-Rhonda-Sandee

Sandee Langley

July 15, 2011

Flossie Mae Finefeather Roasting Pops on his 75th Birthday!!

Sandee Langley

July 15, 2011

Jennifer and her Grandpa

Sandee Langley

July 15, 2011

Singing at Hallmark Retirement Home in Bakersfield

Sandee Langley

July 15, 2011

Sandee Langley

July 15, 2011

Even though Pops wasn't here to write my "annual" Birthday poem--He STILL gave me one..I miss you Pops!!
TRADITIONS

THE THOUGHT CAME TO ME YESTERDAY-
KINDA LIKE AN INTUITION.
AN INNER VOICE DEEP INSIDE ME-
SAID, "CARRY OUT THE TRADITION".

I'LL DO MY BEST TO PUT IN WORDS
AS MY POPS DID EVERY YEAR.
WITH HIS ANNUAL BIRTHDAY POEMS-
THAT I HOLD TO MY HEART SO DEAR.

WHAT WOULD YOU HAVE SAID THIS YEAR POPS
TO THIS DAUGHTER OF FIFTY NINE.?
"YOU HOLD YOUR AGE SO WELL BABY
AND YOU ARE LOOKIN MIGHTY FINE!!" ?

YOU'D TEASE ME 'BOUT BEING A KLUTZ-
AND DO IT WITH A GREAT BIG SMILE.
AND PRAISE ME FOR MY SONGS OF JOY-
OR SHAKIN A TAMBOURINE WITH STYLE!

OF COURSE YOU WOULD MENTION FLOSSIE-
THAT GAL WHO IS SO BOLD AND BRASH.
WHO LOVES TO ROAST A BIRTHDAY GUEST-
BY TALKIN' A LOT OF HER TRASH!!

YOU WOULD TELL ME THAT I AM BRAVE-
FOR SURVIVING DIVORCE AND SUCH.
AND EVEN WITH ALL MY BLUNDERS-
THAT YOU LOVE ME VERY MUCH!

I KNOW THAT THESE WORDS I'VE WRITEN-
COULD NOT HOLD A CANDLE TO YOURS.
THE PEN OF POET POPS NOW RESTS-
FOR YOU HAVE WALKED THROUGH HEAVENS DOORS.

I'LL SUM THIS ALL UP BY SAYING-
WHAT YOU WOULD OFTEN SAY TO ME.
YOU'LL ALWAYS BE MY POET POPS-
AND I'LL BE THAT SPECIAL NUMBER THREE.!!

SANDEE--6-13-2011

Pops played a mean Harmonica!!

Sandee Langley

July 13, 2011

Pops and Nan at the 75th Birthday party

Sandee Langley

July 13, 2011

Chris and Pops at the 75th Birthday party

Sandee Langley

July 13, 2011

Our "King of Hearts"

Sandee Langley

July 13, 2011

July 13, 2011

Time marches on--it's been 9 months and 14 days Pops and there are days that I feel like life for me has forever changed. My heart is so empty and my soul is filled with grief for it still seems impossible that you are gone from this earth.
The hope I have in the Lord that you had as well, is to be re-united someday. Until then I will do my BEST to Honor you by being and having the qualities you had and taught me to have....
a woman of honesty, integrity, compassionate, loving, kind, non judgemental, and the list goes on.
I thank my God every day for the Blessing of having you for my "Pops".
Until we meet again...keep the Angels in awe of your poems, songs and get down on that harmonica!

Your #3 Sandee Langley

Jennifer Morrill

July 12, 2011

Grandpa I sure do miss you. Its funny because lately we've been spending nights in reno here and there, and everytime I walk through a casino I see an older man that looks just like you, pants and boots and all. I get this urge to just run up and hug you, but I know its not you and it makes me sad. I know that you are in a better place, and I will see you again. This cruel world gets uglier all the time, so I am glad you are with our heavenly father. I love you

Sandee Langley

June 19, 2011

A BEAUTIFUL tribute Nan!!
Though it is a hard day for us, I know that Pops would want us to have a smile on our face and a song in our heart. How Blessed we were indeed to have had Pops as our Father. What an inspiration he was to many!! Men like Pops are few and far between, truly a man of integrity. My heart has a BIG empty place without him here and I still can't believe that he's gone. What I hold dear are MANY precious memories and the Honor of being his Daughter.
I love you dear Sister, and again, Thank you for a BEAUTIFUL tribute!!

Pops and his Lady love, Bernice. Thank you Mama "B" for being a faithful loving companion!!

Sandee Langley

May 22, 2011

Nan Carr

May 21, 2011

Grief has been somewhat diluted by gratitude............gratitude for the man who was a beacon of light for me throughout my childhood. Gratitude to God for blessing me with the best earthly father a little girl or grown woman could possibly hope to have. Gratitude for the smiles, laughter, poems, songs, stories, and precious, precious memories. Gratitude for the closeness we shared and the lessons he taught me.
Eternal, unwavering, overwhelming gratitude.
My mind accepts your passing as God's will, but my heart sill aches with profound sorrow.
I love you, Pops.
Always and forever.

Christy Calvillo

February 17, 2011

I love you Grandpa
and miss you very much.

On Pops 75th birthday celebration

Sandee Langley

February 16, 2011

No longer on this earth BUT forever in our hearts!

Sandee Langley

February 16, 2011

Sandee Langley

February 16, 2011

November 23, 2010 at 9:51pm
About a week ago I was in my car talking to my Pops outside the Ridgeway Opry House.
I was telling Pops how awesome it was to be surrounded with the music he loved so much.
I looked up into the sky and there in the full moon I saw my Pops--it wasn't a picture, like the ones I have. It was POPS-Glowing and smiling!!! To the left of the moon were clouds and the way they were formed was the outline of Pops-I could see his eyebrows, two empty spots ( no clouds ) but stars shining were his twinkling eyes, then I could see his mustashe and the BIGGEST smile!!!
I felt tears of joy come over my soul and it was like a gentle touch of Pops' hand wiping my tears.
About 30 minutes later I went back out and the sky was CLEAR--NOT a Cloud-Not one!!!

So--after having three days of sorrow, God gave me these words today--a poem about Pops and seeing his face.


I saw Your Face

I saw your face inside the moon
As it was shining so bright.
And I know that you came to tell me
That everything's all right.

You know the pain and agony
That we've all been going through.
And the emptiness and the heartache
Since we had to bid you adeiu.

God allowed me to see your face
To calm and quiet my fears.
I could almost feel your spirit
Gently wiping away my tears.

I know that things are different now
You are not here on this earth.
I know that I must go on now
And live life for all it's worth.

The empty place now in my heart
I'm sure will never go away.
The hope I have through Jesus Christ
Is to see you again someday.

In a place where there's no sorrow
No sickness, no death or pain.
Rejoicing with God and loved ones
When we're re-united once again.

I want you to know I love you Pops
Much more than you'd ever know.
And I thank you for the moon that night
With you inside all aglow.

For it brought me peace and comfort
To see your face just once more.
And I know that you'll be waiting
When I walk through Heavens door.

Sandee
11-23-10

Sandee Langley

February 16, 2011

A DAUGHTERS GRIEF

MY HEART IS SO EMPTY
AND MY TEARS DO FLOW.
I THOUGHT I'D HAVE YOU FOREVER
AND DIDN'T WANT TO LET YOU GO.
BUT GOD IN HIS WISDOM
AND WITH A HEART FULL OF LOVE
HAD A PURPOSE FOR YOU
IN HEAVEN ABOVE.
I DON'T UNDERSTAND
AND I GUESS I NEVER WILL.
THAT ON SEPTEMBER 29TH
MY WORLD STOOD STILL.
I CAN STILL HERE THE WORDS
AS MY SISTER CRIED
WHEN SHE CALLED TO SAY
"OUR DADDY HAS DIED".
MY DADDY? MY "POPS"? LORD WHY?
WHY DID MY DADDY HAVE TO DIE?
I NEEDED HIM HERE
FOR JUST A WHILE MORE.
BUT YOU TOOK HIS HAND
AND WALKED THOUGH HEAVENS DOOR.
NOW HE'S SHINING LIKE A STAR IN THE SKY
WHILE THIS DAUGHTER WIPES TEARS FROM HER EYES.
POPS I KNOW YOU ARE LOOKIN DOWN
AND YOU SEE AND FEEL MY PAIN.
I KNOW WITHOUT SHADOW OF DOUBT
THE WORLDS LOSS IS HEAVENS GAIN.
I KNOW THAT I'LL SEE YOU AGAIN
WHEN MY WORK ON EARTH IS DONE.
AND WE CAN REJOICE TOGETHER
WITH THE FATHER AND THE SON.

~I LOVE YOU POPS~

SANDEE 2-16-11

Shelly Castillo

November 18, 2010

Daddy, every single day the thought occurs to me to pick up the phone and call you then i realize i cant and i am overwhelmed with sadness. i'm having such a hard time excepting that your gone. I want so much to believe that you are still just in texas. You gave us so much of yourself throughout our lives,we couldn't have asked for a better dad. i will miss you always and i will love you forever. your #5 daughter Shelly

I love you Pops! I am so Blessed to have had you as myy role model, my loving ,caring, kind, compassionate Father. Thank you for ALL you gave me!

Sandee Langley

November 6, 2010

Teresa Rawles

October 14, 2010

Ronnie was a very wonderful and caring person. I couldn't have asked for a better role model for my boys, Kyler and Kody. Ron and Shirl kept my boys even after they retired the day care. My boys called him Grandpa. Though he wasn't grandpa by blood, he was by the way he loved and interacted with my boys. A lot of you know my boys and know how much Ronnie loved them. The boys feel the same way about him. The boys and I will miss him and his visits to Bakersfield. Kyler and Kody will miss the warm welcome from Bernice and Ronnie when they came to town and picked them up to go bowling. My thoughts and prayers are with Bernice and the family. May God bless all of you and give you comfort. And Ronnie/grandpa, we love you and we will always remember you for the wonderful and caring person that you have been.

Dust Bowl 2008. Papa Ronnie will be missed. We love you.

Amber Sawyer

October 8, 2010

Pam

October 8, 2010

Ron was the most wonderful and caring man, I bowled with him for years. My thoughts and Prayer's are with your family.

Connie Langley

October 7, 2010

My dad was a "one of a kind". He taught me to see the good in people and to forgive. Daddy never held a grudge. I will miss him but I know that he is now with my brother in Heaven and having quite a reunion. I have so many wonderful memories that will be with me forever. I will cherish every moment I had with him-he will always be in my heart. He may be gone- but he will never be forgotten.
I love you Daddy.
Connie (#1 daughter)

Connie Langley

October 7, 2010

My dad was a "one of a kind". He taught me to see the good in people and to forgive. Daddy never held a grudge. I will miss him but I know that he is now with my brother in Heaven and having quite a reunion. I have so many wonderful memories that will be with me forever. I will cherish every moment I have had with him- he will always be in my heart. He may be gone- but he will never be forgotten.
I love you Daddy.
Connie (#1 daughter)

Melissa

October 6, 2010

May your light forever burn so brightly in heaven that it will be seen from here on earth ~ then Sandee will know with certainty that you are always with her. <3

October 6, 2010

Sandee I never met your dad but just hearing you talk about him I can tell he was a very special man. I know how much you miss him and my prayers are with you. No one can ever take away all the wonderful memeories that you have. I love you and ask God to bring peace into your life. Hang in there girl.

Grace Breedlove

October 6, 2010

Even though I did not know him personally I remember Sandee talking about her Pops as someone very special in her life. God Bless the whole family and may you find comfort in knowing he is with his Jesus. our prayers are with you all. Noil & Grace Breedove

October 6, 2010

This memory is from Rons #3 daughter, Sandee. Pops, a big piece of my Heart died on September 29th when God called you home. Though I felt at some point and time we could be facing the pain we have now, I wasn't ready. Not my Pops, not the man who could "walk on water:. Not the man who taught us harmony, gave me the melody of life and gave me the love of music. I remember our Sunday visits and how excited we would be knowing that it was going to be a magical day no matter what we did. You made each of us feel as if we were an only child with your knack of showing us all the attention we needed along with LOTS of hugs and kisses. Precious memories that are forever etched in my heart. During my adult years I know that I gave you reason to worry yet you allowed me to make mistakes and never had a judgemental word. During the short time we were "roomies" I sat in awe as you told me about your youth. And our days of playing scrabble and singing will always be Precious memories in my soul.
I will always hold close to my heart ALL the poems, songs and skits that you wrote for me for Church programs.
The last poem I got for my birthday holds a special meaning, in your handwriting, the writing of "PoetPops".
You will always be with me and when the time comes I KNOW you and Darren will be welcoming me with open arms and song!
I am Blessed that you have had Mama Bernice as your loving partner for the last several years. And I thank her for taking such good care of you.
I will use your words now to close. "Until we meet at Heavens gate, I say Farewell for now". I love you Pops..Your #3 Sandee

October 5, 2010

You have all made the burden of sorrow in my heart a little lighter with your loving tributes. Pops was truly a priceless treasure. Thank you and God Bless. With loving gratitude, Nan.

October 5, 2010

Ron was the most wonderful and caring man that I have ever met. When my children were little, Ron and Shirl took care of them like they were their own. It was a pleasure to bowl with Ron also. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.

Laurie Sorteberg, Bryan and Shawn

Gene Uhles

October 5, 2010

Thanks Ron for all the great memories and friendship, You will be Missed!!

David Uhles

October 5, 2010

What a very special Man, Yor will forever be missed, Ronnie always made you feel good about yourself. Have such wonderful memories of going to your house when I was a kid, I will Miss You always.

Myra (Langley) Sealy

October 5, 2010

Not enough words to express my love for Ron. I'll love you forever!

Your Cousin, Myra (Langley) Sealy

Sharon Uhles-Crenshaw

October 5, 2010

I loved Ron, he was such a sweet and loving man. When I was a small child my family would visit with Ron's family often. He was kind and always had such a sweet spirit. Always had a smile on his face. He will definitely be missed.

David Andrews

October 5, 2010

I miss you so much Grandpa. You left us to soon. I don't know what we are going to do without you.

Jennifer Morrill

October 5, 2010

Loved that man!!

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