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for Ronald Kroeze
Jeff Davis Family
December 27, 2010
It's a couple of days after Christmas, 2010, and my son, a Captain in the US Army in Iraq (and one of Ron's many Eagle Scouts), just sent me the devastating news.
Although Ron and I hadn't stayed in touch in recent years (the last time was a lunch Ron and I enjoyed when he was just starting out in his new financial planning career), the sense of loss at his passing is no less acute.
Ron and I were frequent partners in crime on many a scout outing. I remember fondly playing "pirate" with him on the Kern River and drenching the kids (and adults) in other rafts that were a part of our "convoy." There was also a memorable adults-only skit around the campfire on Catalina Island in which Ron and several others were the fishermen and I was the fish. The memories are legion and every one of them brings a smile to my face . . . Ron was that kind of man: gentle, caring, giving, funloving and kind.
There is a Yiddish word that is reserved for only the most virtuous among us. That word is "mensch." And Ron Kroeze was truly a mensch in every sense of the word. The world is a far poorer place because of his passing.
Our deepest sympathy to those Ron left behind.
Pauline Bessette
October 23, 2010
I met Ron 4 years ago at tax time. He was a true advocate for us seniors as well as a kind man with a good spirit. My deepest sympathies to his family.
October 23, 2010
Ron was a dedicated Scoutmaster for many years and contributed to the success of so many young men in Scouting in the Laguna Niguel area, our three sons included. He was a very giving person, who loved to have fun. The entire Troop will always remember your dutch oven cobbler.
The Lockwood's
Rhonda Milcarek
October 22, 2010
To the Kroeze Family, I am so very sorry for your loss. I knew Ron since he worked at Pac Bell, and have worked with him over the past several yrs. I will miss him.
Bud Scott
October 21, 2010
Ron unselfishly donated hundreds of hours to the AARP TaxAide program, serving as a Counselor, Instructor, and Technical Specialist for the CA5 State Management Team.
No one in this organization was held in higher esteem than Ron Kroeze.
Bud Scott, AARP Foundation - Taxaide
Beth Sainsbury
October 21, 2010
Dad #2. He always made me feel like daughter #2. Shawna and I went everywhere together. I will never forget the weekend trips to the cabin. He always made sure we had a good time. I'm sure we drove him nuts a few times, but that's what daughters are for! :) He was always very thoughtful. He will be missed very much. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
GINNY &TOM BREWSTER
October 21, 2010
OUR CONDOLENCES TO YOUR FAMILY. YOU'LL BE MISSED BY THEM ALL AND YOUR FRIENDS. GOD BLESS YOU.
Margaret Jo Williamson
October 21, 2010
I know he fought really hard to keep on going. I am so sorry to know he lost that fight. I love you Kroeze Family. Bless you all.
BETTY HERNANDEZ & FAMILY
October 21, 2010
our sincere condolences!!
Ashley Crow
October 21, 2010
Words could never express how great of a man Ron was. I am truly going to miss him and the devotion and strength he put into everything.
I worked with Ron for 3 years I managed properties for him in the Charlotte NC areas. He was truly one I considered a friend.
SUE WILLIS
October 21, 2010
CONDOLENCES FROM SUE WILLIS AND FAMILY
Shawna Kroeze
October 21, 2010
I love you Dad. Your daughter, Shawna
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