Photo courtesy of Broomhead Funeral Home - Riverton
Dec 12, 1942 - Jan 25, 2026
I will always love uncle Ron, he was always happy and showed me love. I am grateful that he loved my aunt Renee and was part of our family. Love to Aunt Renee and her family, RaeLynn Thomas. Love you
RaeLynn Thomas
February 01, 2026 | Yelm, WA | Family
From the Strakey family - George, Kathleen and Jonathan. I rember Ronnie, my cousin cutting my hair when I was a little boy. We send our heartfelt thoughts and prayers and love to all Ronnie's family, especially his loving wife Renee.
George Strakey
February 01, 2026 | Waynesboro, VA
So sorry for your loss. Thinking about you guys and will always remember his smile. Peace be with you. Tina & Amy Allred.
January 30, 2026 | Friend
I am so sorry for your loss. Thinking and praying for you all.
Tammy Jolley
January 29, 2026 | Tooele, UT | Friend
Dear Renee, My heart is heavy for you.
Ronald was a fun guy -- I have always enjoyed chatting with him during my growing years. Ronald, run free throughout the paradise. You will get to meet so many deaf friends who have gone before.
Renee, may Angel attend thee and help you till the day you get to be with him.
With love your friend... Kristi Lee Mortensen, daughter of W. David and Shanna L. Mortensen
Kristi Lee Mortensen
January 28, 2026 | West Jordan, UT | Friend
Oh Ron what a delightful brother in law you were! Always delightful and precious.
You were the Knight in Shining Armor to my sister Renee'. She loved you so., you were here Partner, Lover and best Friend.
You will be missed by so many, but our love for you will remain in your beautiful memory.
Rest in Peace.
You are Loved
Diane Gant Dahl
January 27, 2026 | Aurora, CO | Family
Ronald is my Uncle Run In Paradise Uncle Ron
Dan Gould
January 27, 2026 | Aurora, CO | Family
Ronald John Koss, 83, passed away unexpectedly on January 25, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his family. Ron was born December 12, 1942, to father John Koss Jr. and mother Mary Juvan Koss. Married Renee Hallett on September 6, 1968, in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Ron graduated from the Utah School of the Deaf and the Blind in Ogden, Utah, in May 1964. He trained in the barber vocational course and attended Utah Technical College training in layout for fabricators, as well as the Technical Engineering Institute in the School of Drafting and Design, where he received a certificate in Specialized drafting.
Ron retired from St. George Steel Fabrication, Inc. in November 2011 after spending his career in welding and fabrication, and continued his love of welding, helping friends and family with their projects.
Outside of welding, Ron spent many years in multiple deaf bowling leagues, sharing his love of bowling with friends and family. He also enjoyed spending time with family, especially outdoors, with activities such as gardening, hunting, fishing, camping, and helping on the family farm.
Sincere gratitude to the Young’s, Mellor’s, and Peacock’s for graciously welcoming the Koss’ and embracing them as one unified family at all gatherings.
Survived by his loving wife Renee Hallett Koss, two children, Kim Koss and Kevin (Shauna) Koss, and sister Judy (Rudy) Metelko. He will be dearly missed by his grandchildren, Brittany (Jonathan), Nichelle (Paul), Brielle (Nathan), and Breanna (Johnathon); great-granddaughter Abigail; nieces and nephews, Rudy Metelko, Janice (Mike) Chandler, Paul (Lindsey) Metelko; eight great-nieces and nephews; many other nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and family.
Preceded in death by his parents, Mary and John Koss; his sister, Juanita; brother-in-law, Blair Blaser; brother Roger; and sister-in-law JoAnn.
A viewing will be held February 1st, 2026, 11:00 - 11:45 AM at Broomhead Funeral Home. 12600 South 2200 West, Riverton, Utah. Services will begin after the viewing.
Service will be streamed via Youtube: https://youtube.com/watch?v=22ubJfFTqmg
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