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Ronald Gula Obituary
Ronald J. Gula
CMSGT USAF Retired
formerly of
Great Bend, PA
Ronald J. Gula, formerly of Great Bend, PA died June 21, 2009 in New Port Richey, Florida after a lengthy illness. Ronnie was born Nov. 16, 1942 to the late Michael and Edith Gula. Ron was predeceased by his loving wife, Daryls. He was also predeceased by two nephews, Bobby and Greg Franks. Ron is survived by a brother, Donald; and a sister, Dawn Franks; and several nieces and nephews. He is also survived by Patty, a very close friend and the one who was there day and night to care for him through his illness. Also surviving him is his very best friends, Curt and Lee Decker of Hallstead. Ron often said Curt was more of a brother than just a friend, and he loved him very much. Ron served his country for 20 plus years and was very proud of his service, and loved his country. He belonged to several veterans organizations including The Great Bend VFW and the Hallstead American Legion. ron was known for being a very handy fellow. If you had a problem you called Ron and he came with his tool box. There wasn't anything he couldn't fix. In fact, the repair was better than the original. To honor his request, there will not be any service. Burial will take place in Iowa next to his loving wife and partner. Donations can be made to the charity of your choice. Ron is now at peace and will be missed by all that knew him....Good Bye Ron and God Speed...
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JACK KINNEY
July 19, 2009
I was sure that someone was going to mention one of your favorite things...
ie; MO-RON day. For those of you reading this "MORON DAY" occured once a week when Ron and his best buddy Moe
would spend a few hours at the VFW. They were a pair and I sincerly hope they are together now...
Adam Cirlincione
July 7, 2009
It hurts to know you are no longer there to talk to or see. Most of all because my mother and you were so great together and now she has to be without you just when she finally found someone that truly loved her and she loved you too. Our prayers are with you. Adam, Cindy, David, and Julia
July 2, 2009
You touched so many lives with your kind heart and great wit.
You are truly missed.
Chris and Chuck
June 30, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Patti and of course Rons family also.
Ron will remain with us always...he made quite an impression/difference in life...one of my best memories will come when ever anyone asks for a hot dog !!!
Colleen and Peter Holiday Fl
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Jon Reed
June 30, 2009
"Hey Man" We will miss you. Sure enjoyed working with you and playing cards with you and Darlys. You were certainly someone who could be counted on. 'til we meet again.
Jon & Jan
David Knapp
June 30, 2009
Our sincere condolences to Ron's family and Patti. Although we knew Ron for just a short time, we came to know him as a wonderful caring, giving & all around super person with a great sense of humor. He will surely be missed by all who knew him. Dave & Jane
SANDIE & MIKE REMBISZ
June 27, 2009
OUR SINCERE CONDOLENCES TO ALL OF RONS FAMILY AND TO PATTI. WE WILL MISS RON GREATLY AS HE WAS A TRUE FRIEND TO ALL WHO KNEW HIM. THE TIME HE SPENT WITH US AT THE STONE ROAD VFW WILL BE TREASURED ALWAYS FAREWELL BUDDY !! YOU WILL REMAIN IN OUR HEARTS LOVE SANDIE AND MIKE
wendy anderson
June 26, 2009
Condolences to Ron's family and of course Patty. We knew Ron and Patty as the ideal couple both with very unique and outgoing personalities. Ron will be deeply missed by all. Wendy and Dave
Kathy Osterhout
June 26, 2009
Don And Dawn; So sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you. Kathy (Foley) Osterhout
June 25, 2009
Hey Ron,
Thank you for your Service and your friedship.
Jack Kinney Past Commander VFW 7845, Port Richey, Fl
June 25, 2009
Our sincere condolences to Ron's family and to Patti..It was a great pleasure to count Ron as one of our friends. You could not have met a nicer man. He was a true gentleman and true friend. He will be greatly missed. God Bless Skip & Peggy Adams, New Port Richey, Fl.
June 25, 2009
First meet Ron as room mate in Madrid Spain in 1960 at Torrejon AFB. Also served with Ron as room mate in Vietnam in 1965. Will miss you old buddy and always remember the old days. Rest in peace with your beloved wife Darlys.
Ron Brim Denver Colorado
Bob McNamara
June 25, 2009
Carol and I would like to express our gratitude for his service to our country and our condolences to his familiy for his passing.
June 25, 2009
My condolences to Ron's family and friends. Ron told me so many funny stories about himself and his friends. I am missing having him around. I am sure he is looking down and will watch over us all. God Bless. Love Patty
Kenny & Pauline Tennis
June 24, 2009
Ron has left many friends behind here in Florida. We only got to know Ron the past few years but I greatly respected him. There will be a memorial service in Port Richey at the Stone Rd. VFW Post 7-11-2009. We will toast his life and say our farewells.
JAY & ROSEMARY BLATCHLEY
June 24, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Lee Decker
June 24, 2009
We will miss you always Ron, as we have Darlys for the past 2 and 1/2 years. Our friendship will live forever until we see each other again. Our memories will keep you both always in our hearts. Lee and Curt
gary sumner
June 24, 2009
I played ball against Ron and he was always a good fellow, even at 14. My condolences to all RFon's family.
arthur marvin
June 24, 2009
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
James Decker
June 24, 2009
To the Gula and Franks families. Sorry to hear of Rons passing. He was a great guy and alot of fun to be around. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God speed. Jim and Mary Lou Decker
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