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Ronald Leon BLOOM

1947 - 2016

Ronald Leon BLOOM obituary, 1947-2016, Jacksonville, FL

BORN

1947

DIED

2016

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Hardage-Giddens Oaklawn Chapel - Jacksonville

4801 San Jose Blvd

Jacksonville, Florida

Ronald BLOOM Obituary

BLOOM Ronald Leon Bloom, 68, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2016. He was born in Jacksonville, FL to the late Renee and Harold Bloom. Survivors include his daughter Brittany Bloom, brother Philip Bloom (Linda) and sisters Carolyn Bloom Bryan (Mel) and Jackie Bloom Spiritas (Nathan). Ronnie was a graduate of Dupont High School and with high honors from the University of Florida School of Journalism and University of Florida Law School, where he was inducted into the Hall of Fame. He was President of Florida Blue Key and was honored by the city as one of the five most outstanding Young Men of Jacksonville in 1978. He was an over achiever in all of his many endeavors in education and leadership. Ronnie was recognized as one of the most prominent workers comp attorneys in Florida. A gravesite service was held on January 20, 2016 at Evergreen Cemetery. The family requests that any donations in memory of Ronnie be made to the Harold Bloom Interfaith Endowment Trust c/o The Temple, 8727 San Jose Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32217.

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Published by Florida Times-Union on Jan. 31, 2016.

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Bridgette DeBerardinis

May 20, 2025

Terribly sorry for your loss. I met and knew Ron in 1992. He truly was a great friend. I'm glad I got the chance to know him, the short amount of time I was in Jacksonville. I just found out. Very sad. My condolences....

Arden Bell

December 13, 2016

Well, I just moved back to Jacksonville after being gone for 10 years. And thru those years I always tried to get in touch with Ronnie and always hit a dead end. I just found his obituary. He was a dear sweet friend. We dated for a little while in the early 90's . We always had a wonderful time. He made me laugh. Loved to dance and talk. He was one of a kind. I will surely miss him. I'm in a bit of shock. He is at peace. And that is good. My prayers and hugs go out to all of Ronnie's family. Much love to all, Arden Bell.

Arden Bell

December 13, 2016

Well, I just moved back to Jacksonville after being gone for 10 years. And thru those years I always tried to get in touch with Ronnie and always hit a dead end. I just found his obituary. He was a dear sweet friend. We dated for a little while in the early 90's . We always had a wonderful time. He made me laugh. Loved to dance and talk. He was one of a kind. I will surely miss him. I'm in a bit of shock. He is at peace. And that is good. My prayers and hugs go out to all of Ronnie's family. Much love to all, Arden Bell.

joy rodriguez

February 7, 2016

Ronnie will always hold a special place in my heart. He was such a sweet and caring person. Love you buddy!

John Oldham

February 7, 2016

May your Journey be safe my friend. Many prayers for you and I know you are in the arms of Jesus.
Thanks for being a friend.
John Oldham

Rhonda Needham

February 1, 2016

I worked with Ronnie a few years ago vey nice person always nice to me. Rip Ronnie.

Michael Hannon

February 1, 2016

i will always remember the polite and kind gentleman side of Ronnie. His love of humor provided laughter in my life. Always a friend to me

Michelle Stein

January 31, 2016

Ronnie,
I love how you were my friend. You had a big, caring heart. I pray we will all meet again someday soon in heaven. May you rest in eternal peace. Love, your cousin, Michelle R Stein

January 31, 2016

Rest in peace Ronald Bloom..
Bill & Carol Wall.. (Rosemary )

Melba Johnson

January 31, 2016

Our prayers to the Bloom family. Remember all the good times together.

Carolyn Bloom Byran

January 31, 2016

I miss laughing and dancing to the 60's and 70's music with you and going to the Gator football and baseball games. I miss meeting the Family for lunch at Beauclerc after golf and swimming. We did enjoy Bonos with friends a lot . I miss our talks about people and life. I miss your smile. Those were the good times. Love you, Carolyn

Toni Todd Britt

January 22, 2016

Scripture says "Laughter is the best medicine.", and for 4 years at DuPont, you made me laugh. You asked me to walk with you at graduation in the 8th grade and we did just that. While I walked down to get my diploma, you hide my chair. That was the last laugh. Bloom family, your son was a blessing to me.

Donnie Moses

January 21, 2016

Rest in peace, Ronnie. I appreciated your friendship over the years and I extend my sympathy to your family. God bless.

Linda Tischer-Bennett

January 20, 2016

Sending my sympathy for the loss of our DuPont Classmate to the Bloom family.

January 20, 2016

" I'm sending my most heartfelt sympathy during this difficult time. Please know that GOD cares for you PSALMS 18:1,2

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