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Thomas Ronan Obituary
Visitation will be Sunday, Oct. 26, from 2 to 4 p.m., with Rosary at 2 p.m., followed by a 4 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Mark's Catholic Church, 3736 Lee's Summit Road, Independence, MO 64055. Graveside service will be 10 a.m. Monday at Holy Angels Cemetery, Basehor, Kan.
Thomas was born January 10, 1921, to Anna B. and Michael Ronan. He graduated from Blessed Sacrament Catholic Grade School in Kansas City, Kan., Bishop Ward High School (Class of 1938) and Kansas City Business College. He served in the 75th Army Infantry Division/Battle of the Bulge in WWII and received many certificates of appreciation. He married Inez Mae Wilson on April 11, 1942, and through this union 7 children were born. He worked at KC Southern Railroad for over 40 years until his retirement. He was a long time member of St. Mark's Catholic Church; past President of the St. Vincent De Paul Society; a member of the American Legion Post 21 (Harry Truman's Post); Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie No. 3717; and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #01000.
Thomas was preceded in death by his wife of 67 years, Inez, on May 14, 2009; and siblings, John Bernard Ronan, Margaret Ronan Keating, Rita Ronan Yoksh and Kathleen Ronan.
He is survived by his children, Nancy Ronan, Mike Ronan, Donna Ronan Hoeper (Gary), Kathy Ronan O'Toole (John), Maureen Ronan Dierkes (Bill), Paula Ronan Stinnett (Bob) and Joe Ronan (Teresa); 14 grandchildren; and 9 great-grandchildren.
Family was very important to him and many family celebrations were enjoyed on the deck at the family home. Tom was very proud of his 100% Irish heritage, and the family's many award-winning St. Patrick's Day floats. He loved gardening and was known for his begonias.
Special thanks to the staff of Crossroads Hospice.
In lieu of flowers, family suggests memorial contributions be made to St. Mark's St. Vincent De Paul Society; Down Syndrome Guild or Bishop Ward High School.
Condolences to www.mcgilleysheil.com.
McGilley & Sheil Funeral Home, Kansas City, 816-353-6555
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Fran & Abe McMahon
November 20, 2014
My thoughts were of Tommy and the time he spent in Europe during World War II and the Battle of the Bulge with some of the thoughts he might have had dealing with the violence and uncertainties.
There were moments, I'm sure, when Tommy's thoughts would wander and his thoughts would be of home and his beloved wife Inez Mae. He would remember their wonderful wedding and about their belated honeymoon in New Orleans. A day that he would never forget. He thought about the news that Inez Mae was pregnant and finally about the wonderful announcement that he was the proud father of a baby girl. Nancy Jean, the prettiest girl in the world or as only Tommy could express, "or damn close!"
Tommy closed his eyes and whispered, "I hope she will be good at basketball or baseball," he smiled. "At the very least," he continued, "I'll have two of the prettiest girls in the world."
"I know that my Inez Mae will be waiting for me when I come home," he continued with tears collecting at the corner of his eyes, "No matter where I am she'll be waiting. I can almost see her now with open arms saying gracefully, "Welcome home Tommy Ronan, you're home at last."
Our sincere condolences to the Ronan Family and especially to Nancy.
God Bless -
Fran and Abe. . .
Patricia Wilson
November 16, 2014
Sad to learn of Uncle Tommy's passing. Condolences to all of you. God's peace and love be with him.
Olga Smith
November 15, 2014
I'm so sorry for your loss. You were so lucky to have a dad and also a hero. Blessed!
Michael Donze
October 29, 2014
I am so sorry to hear of Tom passing away. He truly was one of a kind. I was a boy when my family first met Tom and Inez. Great people. I will always remember them. R.I.P.
HKAY SOULIS
October 28, 2014
To the Ronan family from the Connie Soulis family, we are sorry for your loss. Our Dad and he were RR brothers from way back. With love Genevieve, Kay, Steve and Connie.
Anne Kurtenbach
October 27, 2014
To Tom's family - Thoughts and prayers go out to all of you at your loss. I'm sure you have many happy memories to sustain you at this time.
October 27, 2014
"Tom was a man among men. He had values rarely seen in todays society. His family haas so much to be proud of. As he moves on to this next chapter of his life I'm sure he's the happiest he's ever been." Condolences to the wonderful family he loved so much. Carole & Fred Werner
Allan Nordike
October 27, 2014
So sorry for your lost, my condolences. I'll never forget when I got to spend the night with Joe and have conversations with Tom that night and the next morning. He was full of life!! He will truly be missed.
Allan Nordike
Dodie Jacobi
October 24, 2014
OH that pistol of a pop, and my pop's lifelong friend, Tommy. Sending lots of love to the sweet Ronan's and will see you Sunday to honor a one of a kind man. O, Dodie Jacobi
Dorothy Joan Stinnett
October 24, 2014
The Ronan Family. From the Stinnett Family All of you are in our prayers. yes, He will be missed.
Bob Jacobi
October 24, 2014
There was never a dull moment when Tommy was around! And you never had to wonder what he was really thinking. He had a great life and will be very much missed. The Ronan family will always be special to us.
Csrol Muehlberger
October 24, 2014
So sorry for your loss. What a wonderful life & family he had. ( High school classmate of Nancy's).
Robert Stinnett
October 24, 2014
The Ronan family,
I know Tom will be missed, but I'm sure he was ready to begin his journey of the spirit. Tom was never one to hesitate on telling you how he felt, he always made me feel welcome, I will miss his candor.
My Condolences,
Robert D. Stinnett (Son-in-law)
Bob
October 24, 2014
I am grateful for the life of Mr. Ronan. Thanks to his service and to the service of others in our armed forces, my family and I have been able to lead our lives in freedom and peace.
October 24, 2014
I'll always remember his "Brash" exterior which could never mask his "Heart of Gold". He made quite an impression on me.
Love you Uncle Tommy. Give Aunt Inez a hug from me.
May the smile of God light you to Glory.
Teresa Wilson Gipson
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