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1948
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2014
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Ronnie Ranson Obituary
He was born Jan. 13, 1948, in Jacksonville, the only son of Mardelle Vieira Ranson of Jacksonville and the late Denby Ranson. Mr. Ranson served with the United States Army and was a member of the American Legion Post 902 of Houston. He was Presbyterian by faith and resided in the Pittsburg area since 1978. He had attended Illinois College, Bowman Technical School for jewelry repair and Zantech for watch making. Mr. Ranson, along with his wife, Cynthia, owned and operated Ranson Jewelers in Canonsburg, Pa., since August of 1979.
He was a member of the National Rifle Association and enjoyed spending time with his family. On July 17, 1971, he married Cynthia D. DelFine, who survives. Also left to cherish his memory are his three children, Phaedra (Trent) Nunley of Niceville, Fla., Corbin Ranson of Canonsburg, Pa., and Casey (Sarah) Ranson of Tyler, Texas; four grandchildren; Hailey, Delaney and Ava Nunley and Joseph Ranson; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Funeral services were held Monday, March 31, 2014. Full military rites were accorded by the VFW Post 191 honor guard. Memorials are suggested to the American Cancer Society or to the family and can be sent to the Salandra Funeral Service Inc., 304 W. Pike St., Canonsburg, Pa., 15317. Salandra Funeral Service Inc. was in charge of arrangments.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ronnie Ranson
Ray Peterson
April 6, 2014
Through the years and life changes we drifted away, but you and Ron were good friends and his smile made the world a better place
April 2, 2014
We remember Ron and your family from Canonsburg Baseball. So sorry for your loss.
Our prayers are with all of you.
Mike and Cathie McCormick
Cynthia Shearer
April 1, 2014
Cynthia and family: Deepest sympathies on your profound loss. I will always remember his "radio voice". Prayers to you all.
Gaylan Rosenberger Sabin
March 31, 2014
Cynthia and family, it is with great sadness that I send my condolences on the loss of Ron. The JHS class of 1966 has lost one of its best. Reading the many messages left on this guest book reminds me of his humor, kindness and compassion. Oh, and what a smile! Yes, he will be missed. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. Until we meet again my friend.....
Lucy Binotto
March 31, 2014
Our deepest sympathy to Cindy and children. We are deeply saddened by his sudden loss. He will be truly missed.
Thomas Freund
March 31, 2014
Cindy and family, So sorry for your loss. Ron made my day every time I delivered FedEx to the jewelry store. HIs smile and laughter and great sense of humor left me smiling on a daily basis. My deepest condolences, Tom Freund
Cheryl Beluscak
March 30, 2014
Corbin, so saddened to hear of your fathers passing...may you find strength in the many cherished memories you have of this wonderful man you've always spoken so proudly of. Prayer sent at this time of sorrow to help heal the hearts of the ones that loved him most...so sorry for your loss.
Julie McLaughlin
March 30, 2014
Oh, Cindy. How sad. He was such a kind man! Will never forget our kids going to Homecoming together. Won't forget stopping in to see you and Ron at the shop. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Denise Adams
March 30, 2014
Dearest Cynthia
I am so sorry to have read about the passing of your Ron. My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. Ron's greeting was so compassionate, but professional with that special eye piece on his forehead!
It was always a delight stopping and doing business with you and Ron at Ranson Jewelry Store.
He will be missed!
His pain has gone but his spirit will always be with You! God Bless you and your family, Cynthia
Chris Kontomanoli
March 30, 2014
Cynthia and Family, You have my deepest sympathy in Ronnie's passing. I will remember him as a kind, hard-working man. May his memory be eternal. God will provide your family with the strength that you need.
janis (krusienski,)Cutright
March 30, 2014
my deepest,heartfelt condolences to my long time friend,Cynthia and her family. I am so sadden
March 30, 2014
Cynthia and family, we are deeply saddened to hear of Ron's passing. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers. John, Janet, and Matt Steede
Larry Birdsell
March 29, 2014
Ron, good bye dear friend. Remember the band we started in high school....the one that never got by its 3rd practice..lol. We had many memory's together. You left this world a better place. May God Bless you friend.
Judy Montgomery
March 29, 2014
I am so sorry to hear of Ron. We were classmates at JHS. He will be missed by all of us 66ers. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Nancy Wells(formerly Birdsell)
March 29, 2014
Cynthia & family. I am so sorry for your loss-I know he will be missed. God Bless all of you & know that as long as you remember him he will be with you always.
Bill Coats
March 29, 2014
I went to high school with Ron and knew Denby and his wife from Lynnville where I lived also. Ron was always a great guy to be around. My prayers are with you all.
Ken Marsh
March 29, 2014
So sorry for your loss. Your family will be in my prayers.
mary boroch livolsi
March 29, 2014
so sorry he was and his wife so very nice at all times to me and my brother johnny whenever we needed to visit the jewelry store
March 29, 2014
wish we were with you but you are in our hearts and prayers. Love to you all
March 29, 2014
The Ranson Family. God Bless you in your time of sorrow. Mike & Nootie Zaricki and Family.
Sherri Cryder
March 29, 2014
I am very sorry for your loss. May God bless and keep you In your time of need
March 29, 2014
To all the Ranson family may God be with you at this time of need, sorry to hear about Ron.
Carol Stump and family
Debbie Howard
March 29, 2014
Cynthia and family, Sending our thoughts and prayers to you all. We will really miss Ron and all the fun we had. God Bless.
Joe, Debbie & Joey Jiblets
March 29, 2014
Cynthia & Family:
We are so sorry to hear of Ron's passing. Remember the good times, they will help you thru this sad time.
Love,
Joe,
Debbie & Joey Jiblets
rick & cindy aleski
March 29, 2014
We will miss our dear friend and neighbor very much.
Rod and Barb Klinger
March 29, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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