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Ronald Finch Obituary
He was born on July 23, 1940, the son of the late Raymond and Ruth Dye Finch.
He grew up on a farm with one sister, the late Connie Wendlandt. He graduated from Fort LeBoeuf High School in 1958, and attended Edinboro College.
Ronnie was a lifetime resident of Waterford, a community of which he was very proud. He was active, outgoing, friendly and well-liked. He had strikingly blue eyes, and a contagious zest for life. He valued his family, hard work, common-sense, and a sporting game of roof ball. He loved the outdoors and his farm, which suited his career choice of being a strawberry farmer for 40 years. Animals were very important to him, and he treasured them throughout his lifetime. People, music, dancing, and laughter were some of his greatest joys.
Ron was predeceased by his son, Jeffrey Ronald Finch.
Survivors include his daughters, Kimberly Finch (Jeremy Rock) and Sherri Porter (Michael); his dear friend and ex-wife, Claire DelPorto; his grandchildren, Olivia Narciso of Pittsburgh and Samson Narciso of Waterford; step-grandchildren, Joshua Porter (Orlando), Daniel and Benjamin Porter of Waterford; and also, several nieces and nephews.
The family would like to thank Ron's dear friend, Marvin Cross and also VNA Hospice for their care and kindness.
Friends are invited to visit with Ron's family at Van Matre Funeral Home in Waterford on Monday, May 14th from 5-7 p.m. A brief service will conclude the evening.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to any animal or wildlife shelter of your choice.
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David and Kristie Alexander
May 14, 2018
Kim, Sherri, and families, sorry to hear about your dad. Ron was a great man and will be missed. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Mike Pancerev
May 12, 2018
I have slot of great memories with him
Curtis Sanders
May 11, 2018
To the Ronald Finch family.
So sorry to hear of Ron's passing. He was such an awesome man. He was so friendly & nice. I will miss him greatly.
Tammy Skelton
May 11, 2018
So sorry for your loss I am lost for words,I just know it takes time to heal. They are never forgotten. You are all in my prayers and huge hug
Jaime Olmstead (Ohrn)
May 11, 2018
I just loved growing up working at the farm for Ron! My memories of Ron at the farm during berry season are some of my favorite of my teen years. I'm so sorry for your loss. Sherri, you are in my prayers for peace in this time. I hope the good memories with your dad will bring smiles and joy in this time of sorrow.
Merritt McNabb-Dill
May 11, 2018
Our sincerest condolences.
John & Gini Ohrn
May 11, 2018
Our family was so greatly blessed by our time working in the strawberry fields! We all have so many fond memories. Ron and Sherry became part of our family. There is rarely a family visit that goes by without us remembering when...We are so saddened for the passing of our dear friend. We pray your memories of the good times flood your thoughts and put a smile on your face and that you will be comforted knowing that your dad is no longer suffering and that he will be missed by so many that loved him.
MARY LOU WITTMAN
May 11, 2018
MY SINCERE SYMPATHY. I MET RON WHEN I WORKED AT MITCHWELL ENERY AND THEN AS WHEN HE WAS IN REAL ESTATE SALES. WHEN HE CAME IN TO MITCHWELL TO SEE THE MITCHELLS, HE TOLD THEM OF HIS CONCERN ABOUT HIS WIFES MIGRANE HEADACHES. A TRUE GENTLE MAN THAT LOVED HIS FAMILY, WAS PROUD OF HIS STRAWBERRIES.
Nancy Lewis
May 11, 2018
I worked with Ron thru the USDA office. It was a privilege to know him. My sincerest sympathy to his family.
Lori Cragle
May 10, 2018
Ronnie, it was my honor and privilege to have known and loved you. R.I.P. Lori❤
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