Ronald (Ron) Lester Platt

Just learned of Ron´s passing. His energy and enthusiasm were amazing. He is one of those people you can brag about having known. I still tell his Lloyd Bentsen stories.

Recalling some wonderfully memorable times with Ron over many years on the Hill.

Ron (it was Ronnie then) and I graduated together in 1959 from Ada High. He was fun to be around and enjoyed his friendship. He really blossomed in college and did quite well in life. Susan, you wrote a good tribute to Ron and I know he would be proud.

Susan, this is a beautifully written tribute to your husband. Honestly, I had no idea of the depth and breadth of his public affairs career. I met him when he came to Richmond through Alan Diamonstein. What great memories you have. Holding you and the family in my thoughts and prayers.

I lived in Susan and Ron's guest room in Great Falls for a very short time in my early 20s, while working on the US Senate campaign that Susan was managing. I had never seen a couple like this before - they had both a traditional marriage but also a marriage where Ron supported Susan's career and her independence and her success with his whole heart. And they were so much fun to be around. When things got tough on that campaign, I remember Susan saying that if it ever got too rough, she and Ron would just make a break for St. Maarten and open a beach bar. Sweet dreams, Ron and thank you for loving my friend Susan so well.

Susan, Bonny and I are so sad for your loss. Ron was a terrific person and a tireless worker for causes and candidates he believed in. His obituary mentions the Work Opportunity Tax Credit. When I worked in the Senate and in the Treasury, no one fought harder to establish the. Refit and to then protect it against many challenges. No doubt, millions of less well educated people got their first chance at a real job and a career path because of this credit.

My condolences to the family. Ron was a great colleague and overall person. It was a pleasure to have met his acquaintance. My prayers are with you, Ed

My deepest sympathy to you, Susan, and the Platt family. What an amazing tribute to a wonderfully lived life. Your memories are amazing and I know will help you all through this difficult time.

Dear Susan,
My deepest sympathies for your loss of Ron.
May you find comfort in your memories; May he Rest in Peace.

Sorry to hear this news. Ron was once my boss. Enjoyed working with him. My condolences to his family.

Ron and I graduated from Ada OK high school in 1959 and were good friends. We both ended up in Washington DC in the mid 60s. I was an FBI agent and oddly we never got together. My sincere condolences to his family. God Bless all!

So very sorry for this deep loss, Susan. What a beautiful love story you wove together. Ron will be missed but his legacy will live on through you and your beautiful family.

Soft and Safe to Thee, my Friend, be Thy Resting Place. Bright and Glorious be Thy Rising From It.

Susan, my condolences on your loss. Ron was my friend.