Ronald
Wells-Henderson
Ron went home to be with the Lord on May 29th. He leaves behind his beloved wife Maureen, two loving children Anne and John, and seven loving grand children.
Ron was born in Shanghai, China and left when he was seven years old on the last boat out before World War II with his Mother Sylvia, who is now 107 years old.
Ron enjoyed learning and did very well in school. He graduated from the UW with a BA in finance and investments. He earned his MBA in finance and investments at Northwestern University. He was also a graduate of the Army Command and General Staff College and was a Lieutenant Colonel.
He owned and managed his own finance business for 35 years as a CFA. He was also published in the WSJ as well as listed in Who's Who in the West and Who's who in Finance.
Ron was strong in his faith and had many hobbies: kayaking, family outings, fishing. He was a devoted Father and Husband and a world traveler that always relished new adventures.
He was a lucky man. He had the love of two wonderful woman that adored him dearly. He was with his first wife, Kathleen for 50 years and his second wife, Maureen, for six.
Ron, you will remain in all our hearts forever and be greatly missed. May you rest in peace.
Services will be held at St. Margaret's Episcopal Church at 10:30 a.m. on June 26th, 2014.
In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made in his name to Fred Hutchins Cancer Research Foundation.
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Our love and sympathies go out to Maureen, Anne and John. Ron was a gifted, well educated and experienced financial planner who did not hesitate to help many 'widows and orphans' in our community. For this and many other reasons he will be sorely missed. He was also a long time 'Pillar' of the St. Margaret's Family, Factoria.
We will be with you in spirit as his life is celebrated on Thursday. May we all experience that Peace that Passes All Understanding as we grieve. Fond Regards, Jim and Sue
Jim and Sue Flexer
June 24, 2014
6/24/2014
Ron and family,
I remain forever indebted for our kayak expedition on the Skagit River down to the adjacent estuary and to have the opportunity to witness seabird flocks massively take flight on our arrival. The birds' freedom of movement exhibited nature at her very best. I will treasure it always.
All the best to your extended family,
Buck
Buck Rulifson
June 24, 2014
My Father was an exceptional man. So many life experiences and such a good, honest person.
We are all blessed to have known him.
I miss you Dad.
John Wells-Henderson
June 23, 2014
Maureen, I am so shocked to read of Ron's death- he was supposed to live to be over 100, like his mother and aunt! I enjoyed getting to know you at the 365th Reunions, and will try to reach you (apparently I have a FAX number by mistake)- as you know, my husband David died on April 18, but he had been ill for a long time, so the adjustment is very different. My prayers are with you.
Warmly,
Rosemary Blakemore
June 23, 2014
Dear Maureen, Ann, John and family,
Thoughts and prayers to you all now and in the coming time. Knowing Ron for the last years since he married Maureen, I can say I knew Ron as an incredible man of depth, kindness, wisdom and humor.
Only this past April 5th, he and Maureen shared their 6th wedding anniversary with me at a very lovely home at Ilwaco that I was house sitting for at the time. It was a most lovely time with Ron and Maureen walking on the beach, hiking to the Cape Disappointment lighthouse, celebrating a lovely meal in honor of their anniversary, and other fun times. Only so quickly life took a turn, as life can. Cherish every day with your family and loved ones. I was blessed to have known Ron Wells-Henderson. Peace and love to you all now.
Kindly, Cathy
Cathy Bjornsgaard
June 22, 2014
Dear Maureen, Anne and John. Ted and I are so sorry about Ron. He and I go back to 1975 when he hired me as portfolio manager at Seattle Trust, my first promotion, almost 40 years ago. The last 15 years we worked closely at KAS. He was a rock. We will so miss him.
Maureen, I will call you tomorrow with an update on my health.
Anne
June 22, 2014
Ron was a good friend and associate.
Dick Wilkins
June 22, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Theodore Grichuhin
June 22, 2014
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