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Ronald D. "Ronnie" Arellanes

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Ronald Arellanes Obituary

Arellanes, Ronald "Ronnie" D.
Ronnie born Sept. 12, 1953 in Phoenix, AZ, passed away peacefully September 24, 2010 after a long illness, surrounded by his family and loved ones. Ronnie attended Starlight Park Elementary and was a graduate of Maryvale High School. Ronnie devoted 17 years to the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office as a Detention Officer and rose to the rank of Lieutenant before having to leave due to illness. Ronnie was a devoted father, brother, friend, an avid hunter and car enthusiast. Always ready to offer his advice and help to anyone he could. Spending time with family brought him his most joy. Ronnie is survived by his children, Melissa, Geoffrey and Michael and his ex-wife Martha. He is also survived by his sisters Becky (Andy) Vidaure, Gloria Arellanes, Estela (Kent) Szewc, Beverly (Rodger) Stevens and numerous nieces and nephews and many other family members. He is preceded in death by his parents David and Gloria Arellanes. The sisters wish to thank his best friend Scott Frye, who was with him and the family through the end. In lieu of flowers the family request contributions are made to "Hospice of the Valley." A special thanks to the caring staff at "Ryan House" for all the love and compassion for the past several weeks. A memorial service will be held at St. Helens Catholic Church at 8:30 AM on Thursday September 30, 2010, 5510 W. Cholla Street Glendale, AZ. Internment immediately following at Resthaven Park Cemetery, 6290 W. Northern Ave., Glendale, AZ.

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Sep. 28, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Ronald Arellanes

25 Entries

LORETTA KITCHEN

September 25, 2020

I WORKED WITH SGT/LT ARELLANES AT MADISON STREET JAIL. HE WAS A VERY KIND SUPERVISOR AND ALL AROUND KIND PERSON . PRAYERS GOING OUT TO HIS FAMILY !! RIP

Mike Pennington

September 24, 2020

Ron and my paths crossed many times over the years even though we did not work together for the most part! He confided in me he was sick before he retired! Sincere condolences to the family and friends. RIP Brother!

October 15, 2010

Family and Friends,

Thank you all for your Love and Support, to my brother "I Love You and Miss You Very Much" there is a hole in my heart, and think of you every day, but I know you are in a better place. May you rest in Peace.

Love You Forever

Your Sister Becky

Kathleen Haner-Plothow

October 7, 2010

I remember Ronnie as the handsome, always smiling boy that lived across the street on Trafalgar Ave. He always took time to say something nice to everyone. I can't help but remember his green/gold pickup truck that he always kept in perfect condition, when I think of Ronnie. I'll never forget his perpetual smile and kindness he had for everyone. He couldn't help it, that's just the way he was.......

Lori Scott

October 2, 2010

I was very shocked at the news of Ron's passing. I retired from MCSO many years ago so I hadn't seen Ron for a long time and was not aware of his illness. I remember him as a very helpful and caring person. I feel blessed to have known and worked with Ron. He touched many lives and will be deeply missed. My sincere sympathy goes out to all his family and friends.

Annette Becerra

September 29, 2010

I was very saddened to find that Ronnie had passed away, but know that he is now in a better place where there is no more pain. To the Arellanes family, I am sorry for your loss. I remember Ron as a very kind person.

Brittany Boman

September 29, 2010

Love you tio ronnie!

We will all be missing you!!!!

<3 Brittany

Kathy Naish

September 29, 2010

Ronnie, although it has been many years since I have seen you, I do have fond memories of you and your family playing at Becky and Andy's and at many family functions I was lucky to be part of.
You were the big brother of a beautiful family and you will find peace in the arms of your mother and father who will be waiting for you. You touched the lives of many especially your sister Becky. I hope that you can say hello to your family with God for me. I miss them too. Many of my memories are of all of you "Arellanes" who filled my life in Arizona with laughter and love. God Bless You.

MARIA F

September 29, 2010

To my friends, The Vidaure family and their extended Arellanes family, you are in my thoughts and prayers. I just read all the great stories of your brother, Becky, and by reading, it is evident the world lost a kind heart. May his love and memory transend in all of you. Your friend, Bandita BFL

Bill Gaddis

September 29, 2010

One of the truly nice, true friends it was my pleasure to have known and worked with. Ron was always an exceptional person even when he was in pain during his years with the SO, prior to leaving he did his best to keep people up beat and not "share" his pain. I will look forward to seeing you again my friend.

Tio Ronnie & Michael - Easter 2010

Tiffany Jimenez

September 29, 2010

My prayers go out to my cousins Melissa, Geoffrey & Michael during this difficult time. I am here for you guys. Seek God for peace & comfort to get you through this.

Remember...
Happy moments, Praise God.
Difficult moments, Seek God.
Quiet moments, Worship God.
Painful moments, Trust God.
Every moment, Thank God.

I will always remember my childhood memories with you Tio Ronnie. You were a great Tio! You even put up with me under your roof in high school for awhile :) but I never stepped on that grass! God forbid... you had too many shotguns haha. You had the best lawn I have ever seen! Nobody I know took care of their yard like you. Oh and I can't forget your red truck that you washed & polished so often. You have passed down that wonderful trait of taking care of your things... my cousins have the cleanest shoes in town and can iron clothes like nobody's business. These were just a few memories that stick out. :)

In all seriousness, you will be missed. I will cherish all the wonderful memories you enriched my life with and I know those who knew you will do the same.

Love you!

Michelle Detrick

September 29, 2010

You will forever be remembered and missed.

Glen McLaughlin

September 29, 2010

Ron you were loved by so many and touched so many peoples lives. You will forever be rememebered and missed. You taught me so much and were always there when I needed you. I adored and admired you for so many reasons.

Virginia Aguirre-Correale

September 29, 2010

My Heart and prayers to the Arellanes Family, Ronnie will be deeply miss by all, but always in our hearts. the love of my life one time ago, but he's always with me. I miss you. always loved you.

Ron,"Ronnie" Hanse

September 28, 2010

Few people in my life have touched my soul the way you have. I remember being a young Officer fresh off active duty in the Marine Corps and you would always tell me "slow down Marine and listen first, then act." You were the best Commander and a true friend. Rest in peace my Brother.

E. Medina

September 28, 2010

There are only a handful of people who come into your world, and touch your life in a dramatic fashion. Some of the people are just flickers of light during a long life, while others are will glows for years. Ron you were that one. I will remember our time in training; I will remember your sense of humor.

One of the funniest times was when people would call you Medina, and I, Arellanes. We could never see the likeness. Then one day my son and I went to the hospital to visit my dad. During the visit with my dad in the hospital the patient next to him keep staring and said
“ Ronnie! Why are you visiting that man and who was that little boy” I said I wasn’t Ronnie. He apologized saying he thought I was Ronnie Arellanes his nephew. After telling this to you we just decided to not correct people and go with the flow…

Thanks Ron for your time you are in a much better place, Go with God my brother I will not only miss you I will remember you.

September 28, 2010

When Dora Arellanes called us and told us that Ronnie had passed away we were hoping it wasn't so. Ron has endured so many years of pain and know that his maker has special plans for him. We hope his family can find some kind of peace knowing that Ron was so well thought of. I worked for so many years with him at MCSO and have some great memories. We were able to see him from time to time after MCSO when we would gather with some of his family (Joe,Dora). Our prayers go out to his family.

Dan & Bebe Shockey
Madison,SD

September 28, 2010

Ronnie had a wonderful, infectious laugh and a great big smile. He made me feel very important when he asked me to stand up for him in his wedding when I was a kid. He is with his earthly parents and our Heavenly Father now and that comforts me. I hope it comforts his family, also.
Our prayers are with all of the Arellanes during this difficult time.
Jackie Villa and Family

Barb Piirinen

September 28, 2010

My fondest memories of my career are the ones with you in them. I was always in awe of you...

You are the epitome of class and integrity. You taught me more than I could ever list on this short entry..

You always spoke highly of your wife, had the funniest stories about your wonderful children and gave us a good laugh about your escapades as a boy with lots of sisters...

You were my role model, confidante, leader and most of all, a true friend. I will miss your wonderful sense of humor, all the teasing and ribbing, and most of all, your kind heart. Thank you Ron, you will be missed always.

Suzie Moreno

September 28, 2010

Ronnie was a very special cousin, always smiling and sweet. I can still see his warm brown eyes, twinkly and crinkly at the corners like his smile. I understood alot of the pain that he endured. He's now with loving family who were waiting for him with open arms, especially my Tia and Tio who no longer have to worry about their guero tostado. My heart and prayers go to my cousins who loved their big brother and took such good care of him. God bless you, and I love you.

Suzie Moreno

September 28, 2010

Ronnie was a very special cousin; always smiling and sweet. In my mind's eye I can still see his warm brown eyes and how they crinkled at the corners just like his smile. I understood alot of the pain that he endured. He's joined other loving family that were waiting for him with open arms, especially my Tia and Tio, who no longer have to worry about their guero tostado. My heart and prayers go out to my cousins who loved their brother and took such good care of him. God bless you.

Scott Frye

September 28, 2010

Often people say that "I wish we had more time." Although this is true, I will always treasure the time we had.

Whether we were spending time with each others family or just you and I playing golf or working on a project together. These are things that I will never forget.

I will miss you my friend.

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