Birmingham, Alabama
WIDENER, RONALD PHILLIP 72, longtime music educator and professional trumpet player died Saturday, September 4, 2010 at his home in McCalla, AL, after a brief illness. A native of Birmingham, Widener played trumpet throughout his life with many different orchestras and bands. In Birmingham he...
Read MoreRonnie...you are going to be missed. I certainly loved playing with you in Celebration Winds. I guarantee you will not be forgotten. I hope they had your trumpet ready, valves oiled and ready to go , when you walked through those Pearly Gates! Sa ve a chair for me, will you? Lots of love!
Jenny Lee
September 07, 2010 | Alabaster, AL
Much loved instructor and friend - you will be missed!
Sheree Pugh/Thompson
September 07, 2010 | Birmingham, AL
You gave so many students, including myself, a gift that lasted a lifetime - the gift of music and friendship. We will miss you greatly.
Denise Talley/Reynolds
September 06, 2010 | Pell City, AL
There are so many good memories of the wonderful times over the years. PaPaw (that is what we fondly called Ronnie) was such an integral part of our life here in Meridian. We have shared many meals at our tablewith him and the band, and loved all the times he played here in Meridian. I wanted to say how much I appreciated Ronnie's dedication to music, and also to say that he was such a good friend! We will miss you my friend.
Michele Smith
September 05, 2010 | Meridian, MS
A prince of a man and wonderful teacher
You will be missed
Gail Hardage Butcher (lake Martin)
Gail Butcher
September 05, 2010 | Dadeville, AL
Enjoyed your playing in the Superjazz with me. We were the initial trumpet section. I have your picture on my computer room wall.
Looking forward to seeing you in Heaven.
Tony Wilson
September 05, 2010 | Hoover, AL
We will miss you, and wish we had been able to spend time with you this past year. Scott and Kathy (Crumly) Rosenow
Scott and Kathy Rosenow
September 05, 2010 | Cincinnati, OH
Old friend, I'll never forget what you taught me about life and music.I'm proud to have had you as a mentor and friend.
John Tanner
September 05, 2010 | Alpharetta, GA
it was great to know you! Thanks for making me a better musician aqnd person!
September 05, 2010