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Ronald Dameron Obituary

Ronald Dameron
Oct. 15, 1930 - July 12, 2013
Former resident of Santa Cruz
Ronald F. Dameron died July 12, 2013, at the age of 82. Surviving him are his wife of 61 years, Leona Dameron; sons Dan (Gayle) and Bob (Tina) Dameron, and daughter Diane (Rick) Allen; eight grandchildren and one great-grandson. Also surviving Ron are a brother, Harvey Kingery, three sisters, Ruth DeSando, Joan Lewis, and Harriett Marriott, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Ron was born in Turlock, CA. He taught high school in Ontario, CA, before moving to Santa Cruz as the first vice principal of Soquel High School. He opened Harbor High School as principal in 1968 and stayed until 1977. Dr. Dameron then moved to Galt CA, as superintendent of the high school district until his retirement in 1985. After retirement, Ron and Leona spent two years teaching English at colleges for teachers in China. They led Habitat for Humanity summer builds in Montana, Alaska, and New Mexico, and completed two Habitat homes in Galt. Ron was a Rotarian for more than 40 years and an active member in local United Methodist Churches throughout his life. He received a Bishop's Award for service in the United Methodist Church and the District Governor's Rotarian Community Service Award.
A memorial service is planned at Galt United Methodist Church Sunday, July 21, at 3 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the Parkinson Association or the United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR).

Published by Santa Cruz Sentinel on Jul. 17, 2013.
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Mr. Dameron was an extraordinary individual! God bless him and his
legacy lives on in our hearts and minds.

Vita Mazzarino

August 3, 2013

Leona-
We were saddened to learn of Ron's passing. He had been such a great guide in my Educational Career. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Much love,
Arnie & Estelle

Arnie & Estelle Levine

July 28, 2013

As a member of Harbor's Highs class of 1971, I remember Dr. Dameron well, he made a great impression on me, with his patience, understanding and intelligence. Please accept my condolences, my thoughts and prayers are with his loved one's.

Deborah Jackson

July 18, 2013

Ron, I'll never forget our Rotary trip to India to help the people, and the elephants...a great traveling companion and better man.

Ed Stewart

July 18, 2013

I fondly remember Mr Dameron as our kind and very professional principal at Harbor High. Praying that there will be many sweet memories to comfort the Dameron family. Vicki Williams Freeman - Harbor Class of 1976

Vicki Freeman

July 18, 2013

Dr.Dameron helped shape four of six Zenners. The "still" strong ties of the classes he led at Harbor can be attributed to his leadership in the tumultuous, early 70s. Our prayers and condolences go out to the family along with our appreciation for all he did for us. God rest his soul.

Paul Zenner

July 18, 2013

I had the honor to help Ron these past few months.His faith and Gods love truly shone through even tho his Parkinson's was there. My love and prayers to you Leona you did a great job caring for him. I will always remember both of you

Debra Trew

July 17, 2013

Dr. Dameron, a great supporter of academics and athletics. Our first principal at Harbor and as Wayne said perfect person to open our school.

Fred Heitz class of '70

Heitz Fred

July 17, 2013

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Cathy Murphy

July 17, 2013

Dear Leona and family, So sorry to hear of Ron's passing.We go back with you to First Methodist Church, Santa Cruz days. May God Bless you and your family. Carl and Betty Gilliam Sonora

July 17, 2013

Harbor High could not have had a better man to help open the school. I'm sure I speak for all former students from Harbor in saying he was well-liked, fair, and intellectual, making him a great leader. My condolences to his family, especially Dan.

Wayne Fravel

July 17, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Ray & Mary Anderson

July 17, 2013

A sweet and loving man who we will miss greatly being our friend and Rotary family member. His stories and memory will stay in our hearts.
Prayers and support to Leona and her family.
The Galt Rotary Members.

Diane Weiss

July 17, 2013

We served on the LCCA board and you two took the job of membership, I was so thankful. You did a great job. I remember when you said you were not going to serve another term. I was sorry. Thank you for a great job. Will miss you at the concerts.

Virginia Sumersille

July 17, 2013

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