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for Ronald Zalone
Mike Zalone
August 3, 2009
Brother Ron,
Camille and I took a nice Harley ride today in honor of your memory. This ride wasn’t the first … there have been many in your memory over the past year. There isn't a day that goes by that I don't think of you.
Life can sure be a funny thing... I look back at our time growing up together and see so many parallels. How about the time when we were kids and read an article in one of our first sno-mobile mags about the "Art of winter sno-mobile camping!!! You and I went right out that very wkend and had to experience the overnighter camping trip in the dead of winter. We rode our sleds to a spot in the woods off Jericho Rd in Sennett hauling a toboggan loaded with all our camping gear behind us. We made it through the night staying comfortably warm. Dad thought we were nuts, but what a sense of accomplishment we both felt.
Remember the time when you and I drove together down to NYC in your p/u truck with my m/cycle in the back. You were just starting your new career, fresh out of college and your job was in Italy no less!!! You needed some type of transportation. The motorcycle seemed like the best thing. We really bonded that day... not too sure where we were going, never having been to NYC before and all the while discussing what it would be like for you with this great opportunity to work overseas in Italy. In the end we got the task done, our trip down and back home in the same day and more importantly you make a lifelong career for you and your family.
And how about the many fun camping and sno-mo trips we had over the years together with our own families at Allegany State Park. The kids really had the chance to get to know and enjoy each others company.
These are just some of the wonderful memories I have shared with you and will always keep close to my heart.
Until we see each other again, which I have the feeling we will, know that I love you!!!!!
Mike
Michelle Zalone
July 7, 2009
My dearest love,
In the quiet moments, when your loss is so hard to bear, your love continues to shelter us, surround us; our memories sustain us and forever your laugh resounds in our hearts, your wonderful smile and twinkle in your eyes will always be how we remember. It is so difficult to believe that one year has passed - I know how proud you would be of Ronnie, Mark and Cindy - courageous, strong and living their lives. My tears continue to flow, only because I miss you so; a great man, husband, father, son, brother, uncle, friend.
To commemorate your life, we released 12 monarch butterflies in the yard -
"A butterfly lights besides us like a sunbeam. And for a brief moment its glory and beauty belongs to the world.
But then it flies once again, and though we wish it could have stayed, we feel so lucky to have seen it."
We were so blessed to have you with us!
In our hearts forever,
Love always
Michelle, Ronnie, Mark and Cindy
July 7, 2009
Ron,
Lots of tears have been shed this past year, but now we seem to be laughing a little more. All of our memories usually revolve around a joke of some kind. We all miss you terribly, but your legacy will live forever. You instilled many strong values in your children: love, family, loyalty and most important laughter. Michelle continues to tell herself and Ronnie, Mark and Cindy, Live your life. You would be so proud of all of them. Although we all carry on, you will forever be in our thoughts!! So today along with the tears I am trying to laugh because that is how I remember you!!! So for you Ron,
Cin Cin, Slainte and Salute,
In my thoughts forever,
Tricia
July 6, 2009
Ron....not a day goes by that I do not think back to the times when Michelle and you would come home in the summer from overseas and how excited I would be. I remember you laying on Mom's floor and me rubbing your back for hours or until you fell asleep. ......I miss the way that you called me Insky....Nobody does says it quite like you......Whose writing the book know? Love and Miss you Catherine
Cindy Zalone
June 22, 2009
Daddy,
Everything Mom said below is perfect. This was a really hard day for me, as I'm sure you know. When we stopped to the gas station to fill up the truck and grab some soda for Grandpa's party - I saw a package of those wintergreen life saver mints that I bought for you every Father's Day. Hard to believe that I don't have to buy them for you, just to steal them from you later. I miss you more than words could ever say, and I think of you often. I wish you were still here, to yell at me to get my butt out of bed in the morning, to clean up after myself, and to stop giving everyone attitude. It's funny that the little things you used to do to annoy me, are the things that I miss the most. I miss your laugh, your jokes, the way you used to tease me. How you'd always pretend to gag to try to make me throw up. Your hugs and kisses. There's still times I swear I hear you up in the middle of the night walking around. Bryan's taking good care of me though. I wish you could've met him Daddy, you would've loved him. He makes Mom and the boys laugh, and he's such a great guy. I hope you're proud of everything I've accomplished, and that you're looking down on me and watching over me. I love you so much Dad. Happy Father's day Superman!!
Love,
Your Baby Girl
Michelle Zalone
June 21, 2009
Our first Father's Day without you. Our gift to you is to live our lives as you lived yours - loving family and friends, giving to those in need, extending a helping hand to all, giving our all in everything we do and sharing a laugh each day. We miss you so very much but know your love continues to surround us.
Love,
Michelle, Ronnie, Mark and Cindy
Michelle Zalone
June 7, 2009
11 months today - just getting by - "one day at a time". The month of June - graduations, how proud you were of the three kids, picnics, chimney bluff walks, drives up to Sodus Point Lighthouse, family bbq's, Tricia, Steve, Brianna and Keara camping in the backyard. How you looked forward to the CAPS end of year party and working summer maintenance with the boys. Summer jobs with Matt, Chad, Rigg, Steve and the crew.
We miss you so very much - each day is a struggle - not a minute goes by that you are not in our thoughts - making us smile when we think of the funny, quirky things you would do to make us all laugh!
Love you always,
Michelle, Ronnie, Mark and Cindy
Michelle Zalone
May 25, 2009
Memorial Day - 2009; watching Memorial Day parades with the kids marching with the Marion Marching Band strutting their "stuff" down Main Street - then to the Veteran's special commemorative speech; watching Mark play "Taps"; Cindy marching with the Girl Scouts; trips to Vicenza to visit Paul and friends in Italy; chicken bbq's (always!); flying our flags proudly.
Always a tear in your eyes for the veterans - always bought a poppy. You were the true patriot - loved your country and always honored the one who served - and though you didn't want to be acknowledged - you did as a civilian - teaching their kids oversears for seventeen and a half years. And we will continue to honor those that have served, thankful for the freedoms that we have. We love and miss you!
Michelle, Ronnie, Mark and Cindy
Michelle Zalone
May 13, 2009
May 13, 1976 - our first date........you came to my house and asked me if i wanted to go for a ride on your motorcycle. Dad asked if you had a helmet for me and to be safe while Mom just smiled! I told you to go slow, but you smiled, with that twinkle in your eye, and went fast so I would hold onto you tighter! You took me to the lake, we swang on the swings and walked to the beach - talking and laughing. We then went for ice cream at Tom Thumb - you had maple walnut and I had a twist! So began a wonderful "ride" - the places we went, the things we did. I miss you with every beat of my heart. Love Always, Michelle
Michelle Zalone
April 12, 2009
Easter - jelly bean trails to easter baskets - easter celebrations with family and friends - church, italian eggs, egg hunts in Germany. We miss you so very much!
Michelle Zalone
March 7, 2009
Life will never be the same without your jokes, smiles, teasing, and love. Eight months without you; we go on, with heavy hearts, but as you would have wanted us to.
Love,
Michelle, Ronnie, Mark and Cindy
Cynthia Zalone
January 12, 2009
Daddy,
It's been 6 months with out you, and it feels like more than a lifetime. I still think of you everday, and often, and miss you more than words can say. I'm trying my best to take care of Mom and the boys, but it seems like these things were always much easier with you here. Bryan wishes he could have met you, but I promise he's taking care of me the way you always believed I should've been treated. You'd love him Daddy, I know you would. Keep sending me my signs. Love You!!
Your Baby Girl
Michelle Zalone
January 7, 2009
Our HERO - you are deeply missed. Courage you showed; strength you had; laughter you shared; love you gave. You will always be in our hearts. We know you are "keeping an eye" out for us!
We love and miss you so very much.
Love,
Michelle, Ronnie, Mark and Cindy
Mike Zalone
January 1, 2009
Happy New Year little Brother !!
Though time has passed since your passing, you are still terribly missed. There will always be a great void and heartache deep within me now that you are gone. Yet, I do see you shining through ever so strong in your children. Just know I will be there for them and Michelle whenever needed as I promised you I would. God speed you on your journey. Love, Mike
Michelle Zalone
December 31, 2008
New Year's Eve 2008 - fireworks in Italy; sparklers in Germany. Parties with friends and family - laughing watching the kids try to stay awake. Your gentle way of not waking them and bringing them up to bed. Champagne toasts; sambuca and coffee beans; trying to stay awake to watch the ball drop and not making it :) Things will never be the same - missing you and wishing you were here with us; knowing you are watching over us.
Love,
Michelle, Ronnie, Mark and Cindy
Michelle Zalone
December 25, 2008
Loving memories bring some comfort this Christmas - we miss you so much. Cherishing the special way you had of bringing the Christmas spirit to us each year - remembering our first Christmas in Italy - our Charlie Brown Italian Christmas tree; the sparkle in your eyes as you watched the kids come down the stairs every Christmas morning; the patience with the endless toys to put together or put batteries in!!!!; the visits to family; the Christmases with just the five of us. We will always have your love with us!
Love,
Michelle, Ronnie, Mark and Cindy
Cindy Zalone
December 1, 2008
Daddy,
I didn't get your Turkey Call this Thanksgiving. Mark was the closest to how it always sounded. We miss you more and more each day. I Love You So Much!
Michelle Zalone
November 27, 2008
Thanksgiving - turkey calls to wake the kids and I up and and answering the phone all day with the turkey call instead of hello. Dinners overseas with friends - Bob and Marlene and kids, Sam, Sandy, Susan, Sooner, Paul, Ray, Doug and Brigitte, Oda and Ingrid - we always had a houseful. Then wonderful Thanksgivings with families - such a void - always in our hearts.
Love,
Michelle, Ronnie, Mark and Cindy
Michelle Zalone
September 14, 2008
My love,
You will always live in my heart. I miss you with every breath I take.
Always yours,
Michelle
Kae Vinson
August 8, 2008
This HOPI PRAYER decribes the carefree Ron who took care of my VW van in Vicenza, Italy.
HOPI PRAYER
Do not stand at my grave and weep,
I am not there.
I do not sleep;
I am a thousand winds that blow,
I am the diamond glint on the snow,
I am the sunlight on ripened grain,
I am the gentle rain.
When you waken in the morning's
hush,
I am the swift uplifting rush of
quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave.
I am not there.
I did not die.
Nancy,Jim,Brian & Kevin Delameter
August 8, 2008
Michelle,Ronnie,Mark,Cindy and family,
We love you all. The memories we have of Ron will remain in our hearts
forever! It comforts us to know he is looking down on us all and smiling!
We are here for you and keep you all in our prayers each day!
Love always,
Massimo Yoshida
August 6, 2008
Dear Zalone Family,
I was probably one of Ron's first pupils in the early 80's. I remember the visit to the DeTomaso factory and other events, but I will always remember showing up to Ron's class one day with a "blemish" on my nose...my mother told me to leave it alone or I would have a scar...Mr. Zalone advised me that if I showed up with it the next day, he would "handle" it himself. Needless to say, I took care of it before the next class (no scar).
Ron was always big on class participation and, to this day, I can clean a battery better than most (but not much else...). He will be missed and always remembered fondly.
Arnie & Betty Goldstein
July 30, 2008
The Zalone Family,
Betty and I were shocked and saddened to hear about Rons' illness and passing. We will always remember the good times we shared in Vicenza. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the children during these difficult times.
Cathy and Bob Speciale
July 27, 2008
To the Zalone Family,
Just wanted to let you know that we extend our sympathies to you and that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Ron was truly one of the best-both as a person and a teacher. There are many BOCES students who, at some time in the future, will be able to look back on their high school years and smile because they had the good fortune to have Ron Zalone as their teacher.
Take care.
Dick and Susan McWilliams
July 24, 2008
Dear Michelle, Our sympathy and condolences on the passing of Ron. He was an inspiration to the entire teaching field and he touched the lives of many of his students. We feel fortunate to have recently been able to stop by and visit with you and Ron. I know it really meant a lot to Ron to see a former teacher and friend from Bitburg. It was great to be able to sit out on your back porch talking over old times.
Wendi Jackson
July 23, 2008
To The Zalone Family,
We were so shocked and saddened to hear about the loss of your husband and father. We will never forget his smiling face and we will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Mark, Wendi, Morgan, Nick and Chad Jackson
Doris & Norm CHULA
July 22, 2008
Dear Michelle, Our sympathy and condolences on the passing of Ron of Vicenza (and elsewhere).
We feel very fortunate to have spoken with the two of you not long ago and to share emails - including the pictures of grown up kids: Ron III, Mark, and Cyndi. Our hearts are heavy, but happy that you were all together.
Much Love, Doris & Norm
Mel & Dorothy Romeu
July 21, 2008
Dear Michelle, Cyndi, Ronnie and Mark,
The Romeu family, Dorothy, Lisa and Mel were very sorry to hear about Ron's passing. He was too young but, when God calls us home, we must go.We shared many hours in Bitburg with you all in our mass on Sundays
Cyndi was too small to remember.Ron helped me many times when I needed help with my cars. I know our Bitburg faculty will always miss Ron. Ron was a friend to all of us so, to you, Michelle, Cyndi, Ronnie and Mark, take care and God Bless you all. The Romeu family will always have you all in our paryers.
Ferenc and Jolene Feher
July 20, 2008
Michelle, we have so many dear memories of you and Ron as "the youngsters" when you were newlyweds in Vicenza. Was it so long ago? Ron was the best of the best when it came to working with his kids in the auto mechanics shop. He did a fine job of teaching we old teachers "powder puff mechanics" as well. You were both dearly loved and will always be. Love and Prayers. Ferenc and Jolene
Debbie Casler (Matro)
July 18, 2008
Michelle & Family - I am so sorry for your loss. Don told me what was going on approximately 1-2 wks before Ron's passing. I am glad that you are catching up with Cheri & the family in a wk. or two. Just so you know, I love you & think of you often. Love Deb Casler (Matro)
NANCY & CHARLIE KLUE
July 17, 2008
TO MY FAMILY,
OUR HEARTS ACHE AT THE LOSS OF RONNIE. WE ARE SO SORRY WE COULD NOT BE THERE, BUT KNOW THAT YOU ARE DEEPLY IN OUR HEARTS AND PRAYERS. IT WAS SO GOOD TO SEE HIM THIS PAST WINTER! HIS MEMORY WILL NEVER LEAVE US!
WE LOVE YOU ALL,
Patti Baim-Clark
July 16, 2008
Michelle and family -
Sorry to hear about your husband, father, brother and son. Words cannot express what the heart feels! Keep the memories close at heart. This will get you through the really tough times and bring a smile once again to your soul.
Love Patti Baim Clark
Lori Mulhern
July 15, 2008
To the Zalone Family~
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time, so familiar to us. Please know that we are thinking of you with heavy hearts and praying for God to grant you peace and strength, as you mourn the loss of your beloved husband and father.
~Lori, Ryan & Corey Mulhern
Mike Driessen
July 12, 2008
Michele, Cyndi, Ronnie & Mark
I'm so sorry about the loss of your husband and father. Way too young to leave this world . . . I wish you comfort and happy memories at this time.
Steve Colella
July 12, 2008
MaryAnn, Margie, Mike and Pat, I was very sorry to read about Ron. You are all in my thoughts.
Terry (Clifford) Mandelaro
July 12, 2008
Michelle and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Ron's passing. Thank you so much for contacting me and giving me the opportunity to come to the celebration for Ron. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers everyday. God Bless You
Michael Zeyak
July 11, 2008
Michelle, I am sorry to hear of Ron's passing you have my deepest sympathy. Many, many years have passed yet I clearly see the two of you, on the corner of Elizabeth & Burt, happy together, as if it were just this morning. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
sally musso
July 11, 2008
Maryann, We are so sorry to hear of your dear son, Ron's passing. After not seeing him for so long, we had such a nice talk with him last Sept. Only we can kmow of the agony felt in this terrible disease and pray every day for a cure.
We pray for comfort to you and your family.
Sally & Paul Musso
Robby & Shelley Delaney
July 10, 2008
Robby and I were so sorry to hear of Ron's illness and passing. We are sad that we cannot be there with you during this tough time to give you a hug. We both liked Ron a great deal and memories of him will always stay with us. I just remember how he liked to smile and joke and it makes me smile too! Please take care of yourself. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
KIM (QUILL) SINCERBEAUX
July 10, 2008
PAT, MIKE AND FAMILY,
I'M SORRY HEAR ABOUT YOUR BROTHER. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.
Liz Hackett
July 10, 2008
My son, John Hackett '85, was the fortunate pupil of Ron Zalone during his high school years in Vicenza. He feels privileged that he was able to speak with Ron a few months ago. It is so gratifying to have this website to let Ron's family know how treasured Ron is by his former students and their parents. "Only The Good Die Young" keeps reverberating through my mind. God Bless Ron's family during their grief process.
Rhonda Mcconnell
July 10, 2008
Margie, Michelle, and family
We wanted you to know that as you have all helped Ron, in some way, to carry his cross, we are all here to help you carry your cross with his loss. Dick, the kids and I are all truly praying that God will be with you especially in this next year without Ron. May he bless you and protect you all. Sincerely, Rhonda, Dick, Meghan, Richard, Laura and Lucas McConnell (Rhonda Solomon)
Marlene Ricci
July 10, 2008
To the Zalone family: The entire Ricci famiy wishes to express our heartfelt condolences to all of you at the passing of our dear friend Ron. You have suffered a heavy loss far too early in life. We pray that you find comfort in each other and that you are consoled in knowing how precious a person he was.
Recently we perused old albums and came across many photos from the 1980s that had Ron's image in them. They rekindled some precious memories of great times we spent with Ron and Michelle and later also with Ronnie, the choo-choo train kid. We remember the most unusual snow storm of '85 when Vigardolo was innundated and when we all pitched in to clear our driveways. We remember countless dinners together, many for which Ron was the chef. Risoto, spaghetti a vongole, whatever Ron knew how to do it.
Those memories are how we choose to keep him in our minds and hearts. We hope those same memories and many more will help you in your time of grief.
With love and prayers,
Marlene, Bob, Monica, Peter & Marisa
Joe Alati
July 10, 2008
Michele, Cindy, Ronnie & Mark, I have had to work at school the past 3 days and as you know our classrooms & shops are right next to eachother. Being here the past few days has stirred lots of memories for me. I will miss seeing Ron's smiling face and hearing his upbeat hello in the mornings. He was always right there when anyone needed help and he was a wealth of knowledge that we could all depend on when it came to our cars, or the cars we were working on. My heart, thoughts & prayers have been and will be with you. Rest in peace Ron.
Cheri (Matro) Machemer
July 10, 2008
Dear Michelle and family,
I was so sorry to hear about Ron's passing and illness. After all these years that have slipped by without keeping in touch, warm thoughts have always been there. Not only do I cherish our friendship Michelle, but the love that you and Ron shared was special from the onset, and I was happy to be a part of that as well. The places you have traveled, and the lives you have touched will live on in the warmth and love that you inspired. Michelle, my prayers for you that the friendship and love that you shared and nurtured with Ron will become a strength and happy memories of a love that many of us can grow from. Love, light, and hugs, Cheri
Gary Gagliostro
July 10, 2008
To the Zalone Family:
My deepest sympathy on your loss of Ron. I remember Ron as a high spirited fun loving family man. My prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Michael Diehl
July 10, 2008
Margie and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your brother. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Give your mother my deepest sympathy. I am out of the state for the summer.
Kathy O'Neill-Dote
July 10, 2008
DEAR MARGE AND FAMILY,
I am so sorry to hear about your brother's passing. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Please call if you need anything. We will be right there by your side.
Michelle Field
July 9, 2008
Margie, I am so sorry to hear of your brother's passing. Please know that you and your family are in my prayers. If you need anything, don't hesitate to ask.
Duke Speed
July 9, 2008
Although I have not lived in Auburn for many years now, I still read the Citizen from my home in South Carolina. I am deeply saddened to hear of Ron's passing I have many fond memories of my childhood with Ron. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of his loved ones.
Carol (Byrne) Cambareri
July 9, 2008
Michele and family,
Although I haven't seen Ron in years I remember all the fun we had at Lincoln playgound way back in the old days. He always had a smile on his face and was ready to play any game everyone else wanted to play. My sincere sympathy to you all. He was a great kid and I am sure he was a great man as well.
John Burger
July 9, 2008
Mary Ann, Pat, Mike, Margie, Michelle and all of Ronnie’s family
I cannot tell you how deeply saddened I was to hear about Little Ronnie. I still cherish the memories of the many grand times our families shared as camping buddies and of Ronnie’s wonderfully mischievous good humor. I hope your own memories will help comfort you at this difficult time and help keep Ronnie alive in your hearts. God bless you all and take care.
Jason "Bud" Van Buren
July 9, 2008
Mrs. Zalone, Mike, Pat and Margie,
I am deeply sorry to hear of Rons' passing and will keep you all in my prayers during this difficult time.
jamie gentile
July 9, 2008
to the zalones and families of ron, i can remember. all the good times on catlin st. it was like we were all one big family. now i feel as if i have lost one of my family members. ron was always fun to be around, it didn't matter if it was baseball, football, games at night, making our race carts or riding snowmobiles. he always made me laugh. some time has passed since i last seen him, but i already miss him. rest in peace my old friend. mare, mike, pat, and marge sorry for your loss --- jamie
Patti Schlegel
July 9, 2008
Margie
I was so sorry to hear about your brother. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
John and Patti
Leon and Cindy Jessie
July 9, 2008
Our deepest sympathy to all of Ron's family. We have lost touch over the years but we will always remember the good times we shared at the "Berry" family picnics. Our thoughts & prayers are with all of you at this most difficult time.
Doug Gage
July 9, 2008
Michelle and family,Mrs. Zalone, Mike, Pat, and Margie,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss.
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Karl Burger
July 9, 2008
I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of Ron. I remember, like it was yesterday, all the great times we had camping as kids. My thoughts and prayers go out to Ron's family.
Suzanne Herko
July 9, 2008
My deepest sympathy goes out to the family. He will be greatly missed.
Michael Festa
July 9, 2008
Margie and Michelle, I was sadden to hear the news about Ron. My thoughts and prayers are with both of you and your families. My dad and I were just talking about the old baseball days and the times we had playing with all the guys. Please keep the failth during these difficult times.
Steve and Nan Zalone
July 9, 2008
Ron will be greatly missed. Memories of you will stand out for years. Strawberry fields, snowmobiles, laughs and good times will always be there. My only regret is not to keep in closer contact with him and his wonderful family as I grew. God Bless you and your family.
Peggy Zalone-Sanders
July 9, 2008
As families go, we never stay in touch as often as we should, I'm as guilty as they come! I am SO sorry for your loss and wish I had spent more time getting to know Ronnie's whole family! My heart goes out to you all. God's plans must have needed a Real Good Man! You're never fogotten Ronnie! My happy thoughts of us all growing up, sharing hot summer days under the sprinklers at our house, or Sunday BBQ's in your backyard, will be with me forever. I'll miss you.
Tracie Freeman
July 9, 2008
Dear Margie,
I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your brother at such a young age. I just lost my brother-in-law in May of the same age. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Tracie (Gill) Freeman
Dan O'Leary
July 9, 2008
Ron’s warmth and enthusiasm for teenagers was always on display whenever you ventured into his “shop”. Mr. Z was a dedicated instructor and made everyone around him feel like they were important. He taught valuable life lessons and enjoyed sharing his smile with others. He leaves a huge void, which only can be replaced if we follow his example and be kind and patient with young people and always try to be positive in our dealings with others.
Sheila Weinberger
July 9, 2008
I am deeply sadden by Ron's passing. His personality was outstanding. My sympathy goes out to Michelle.
Glen Booth
July 9, 2008
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family during this time of loss.
Mark Kelly
July 9, 2008
My condolences to everyone whose lives were so enriched by Ron's presence. Ron: Yes, you will be missed in many ways. But so many people will carry you forward with them in their daily lives. I learned much from you, as so many others have, and aspire to display the same caring attitudes and professionalism that you did.
Connie Faruch
July 9, 2008
A tragic loss to everyone that knew Ron. He was a gentle, kind and dedicated teacher to his students. He will be greatly missed by his students and all of the staff members at BOCES. I am sure he is in heaven teaching all of the students that never had the opportunity to be guided by Ron's talents.
My thoughts and prayers are with Ron's family.
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