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BORN
1934
DIED
2025
Ron Nessen Obituary
Ron Nessen was a journalist best known for serving as press secretary for President Gerald Ford in the years immediately following the Watergate scandal, when American trust in government institutions was at a low point.
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JK
April 24, 2025
May God give you strength and comfort during this difficult time. Sending condolences to his family and friends. He will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered.
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Elizabeth Bell
March 20, 2025
RIP Ron Nessen
Mr.Jr.
March 18, 2025
My Condolences.
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