Ron Billingsley

RIP my friend. Cowboys Forever!

I was a little boy and Mr. Billingsley lived across the street from my school, when I found out he played for the Chargers I went up and knocked on his door, I was about 8 years old then. When the door opened I remember this HUGE man opened the door, I timidly spoke and asked him for an autograph of which I no longer have! I held out a paper and pencil and he knelt down and fulfilled my request and thanked me for stopping by, he then asked my name and we chatted a few minutes before he sent me on my way. I have never forgotten his gracious manner. Rest In Peace!

I played side by side with Pedro on defense at U Wyo.He was a great football player and even greater person. I'll never forget how exited and grateful he was when being chosen in the first round by the San Diego Chargers--he was intent on getting his Mom and Dad a brand new Bonneville convertible.His heart was as big as his body.Til we meet again my friend.

Paula and Family our sympathies are with you during this difficult time. Pedro was a tough competitor on the field and a genuine, gentle giant off. We will miss our teammate and friend. Cowboys forever.

"Pedro" gave me swimming lessons when him and my brother were lifeguards at the Gadsden pool back in the 1960's. He was a great guy. I remember we thought he was the bibbest person we had ever seen!!!! Rest in Peace, Pedro!

A great teammate and friend and is in almost all my memories of our time at Wyoming.

We will miss our teammate and friend but will always remember the great times and special person. Tim and Beth Gottberg University of Wyoming

Ron was a wonderful friend of whom I have many great memories. My parents, Mary and Jay Johnson, loved him and enjoyed seeing him after he moved back to Gadsden. My thoughts and prayers are with Paula, Mrs. Billingsley and all the family. Love, Donna Johnson Bryan.

I played with Pedro at Wyoming. He was one of the toughest people I ever met. I was 2 years younger and scared to even talk to him when we'd pass in the dorm, but after getting to know Ron I found him to be funny, caring and a great friend and team mate. I will always remember this "gentle" giant.

It's hard to lose someone you love, one who's been such a special part of your life and your world...
He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

May God's love comfort you...

I WENT TO SCHOOL WITH RONNIE,WAS 2 GRADES AHEAD,BUT HE LIKED HANGING WITH US.WAS A VERY NICE YOUNG MAN.I AM SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS,ESPECIALLY MRS.BILLINGSLY,I KNOW HOW HARD IT IS TO LOOSE A CHILD! SUE(PRUITT)RANGE