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Ronald Weldon Obituary

Ronald Alfred WELDON May 11, 1937 ~ March 14, 2011 After a long, brave battle with cancer, Ron passed away in the presence and love of his wife and 3 children. He was born in Seattle to Alfred and Irene Weldon, grew up in Ravenna, and graduated from Roosevelt. With his first wife, Carol, he raised his children in Shoreline. He loved his career at Seattle City Light and Snohomish Co. PUD. He married Cindi in 1993 in Cannon Beach. Upon retirement, he and Cindi travelled extensively and later moved to Maui with their beloved dog, Irish. He is survived by his children Jeff of Mexico City, Jim (Susan) of Federal Way, and Suzie (Eric) of Brier, and their families; Cindi of Makawao, HI, and her daughters Melissa and Molly; his sister Arlene (Larry) of Seattle and her family; his grandchildren; and many other family members and friends who loved him dearly. The world was a better place because of him, and he will be greatly missed. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Humane Society or the Shorecrest High School Band.A celebration of his life will be held at Edmonds Yacht Club on Sunday, March 20, at 1:00 p.m.

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Published by The Seattle Times on Mar. 18, 2011.

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March 20, 2011

Jeff, Jim and Suzy -- maybe your father rest in peace.
Condolences to the whole family especially Cindi at this very sorrowful time.

Sally and Paul Hoffman

Karen Eckhart

March 18, 2011

Cindi,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. What a sad day.
Love,
Karen (Vincent) and Steve Eckhart

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