Ronald Michael Zehel

Dear Mr and Mrs Zehel

I was saddened to read the passing of your beautiful son Ron. Please accept my sincerest condolences on your loss.
I did not know your son personally , but had just admired from afar .
I read his obituary and was moved by his poem . I'm certain he has found peace .
My sincere wishes
Jonathan Willis
( Pokeno , New Zealand )

I just learned of Ron's passing.
Though I only knew him ever so briefly, I will never forget him.
I met him when he was very young and just finding himself. I believe that he lived on Queen Anne and he had a moped. I remember once giving him a ride and putting the moped in my trunk! I later ran into him at L.C.C.C.That would be the last time I ever saw him.
I always knew he was so special of a person and would make the best of his life. I believe that back then he wanted to be a dentist or dermatologist.
I'm so saddened though I barely new him.
Much peace to your family and as Ron's poem said, "We will all end up at the mouth of the river ".

Rest in peace my dear Friend Ron, it was a pleasure to have met you !

I'm so sorry for your terrible loss.
Ron and I were best buddies in Cols.,OH. during the 80's. We stayed in touch and close through his move to Amsterdam.
We loved each other as friends; he was so really genuinely sweet to me; we shared everything, and we were joined at the hip. We were like brothers with tremendous respect for each other. Never an argument.
Ron spoke often of his parents, and little sister, all of whom he loved very much. Ron confided in me often.
Ron took me to my first AA meeting as I was afraid. Ron was a happy person, quiet, but, open with me. His beautiful smile, and darkly handsome eyes, and his laugh. We both liked sci-fi, gym. Ron was always in excellent physical shape.
Ron brought a lot of beauty, light, kindness and joy into this world! He was known and liked by many!
I am so grateful that I knew Ron; he was extremely special.
I know my life is blessed because of Ron and I will always have only wonderful memories of him.
And I know he remembers me fondly also.

Rest in Peace Ronz,

Can't believe you're gone. I can't even put all the memories and all our conversations into words... I'm so shocked.
Love you darling.
Nyj.

What a waste of talent at this early age of 49 years.
I and the whole American Book Center family shall miss you badly.
Only the fond memories and the honor of having worked with you will remain. You were the embodiment of a gentle and lovely character in a big and athletic body. Rest in peace dear Ron.

Amsterdam, The Netherlands.

Rest in peace Ron. Thank you for your kindness and your smile, and your love for books and reading lives on in our SciFi/Fantasy section here.

I only have good memories of Ron and share the feelings of loss. I hope his soul finds rest in a good place, and that we can meet each other at some other time in the Cosmos.

Such sad news. Ron was a sweetheart and a fantastic colleague, his SciFi/Fantasy section was impressive and I always hoped to see him back at ABC! Much strength to all who knew him. x

Dear friends and family of Ron,

We, his former colleagues at the American Book Center, were shocked to hear that Ron had died so suddenly. Our hearts go out to all of you who have lost a very special person. We know Ron as a very kind and gentle soul and an excellent buyer of the sci-fi department. We enjoyed working with him very much. And even though we said our goodbye's a couple of years ago, we will miss him dearly.

Your 'family' at the ABC

Dear Ron & Peggy...

We are so sorry for your loss. So stunned and saddened by the news. We will remember you in our prayers.

All our love, Al & Kathy Szucs

Dear Reader, Each of us in our own way, shares your grief at Ron's passing. He was the kind of a guy who became part of the life of everyone who knew him, always offering a helping hand to anyone who needs it. Although it has been many years since I first me Ron he leaves a lasting impression that never lessens over time. My sincere condolences at the passing of this remarkable man. Michael

Lovely River poem that Ron wrote. Speaks to the gentle spirit that you described Ron Jr as being. May God rest his soul. My sincere condolences to you Peggy, Ron Sr & family.

I was a classmate of Ron at Lorain Catholic and remember him as a super nice guy and a great writer! I am so sorry for your loss and hope that you find peace in knowing that you will all be together again someday. Condolences.

Ron and Peggy,

I am so sorry to hear the news. My heart is heavy and I am praying for your family. If there is anything I can do in the coming days or weeks please call on me. God Bless you, Christian Cocca

Mrs. Eleanor Miller, and daughters, Susan and Linda Miller are sending our condolences to the family and those who knew Ronald. We are sorry to hear about his passing. We send prayers and we hope that fond memories comfort the family and friends of Ronald. Peace to all!

Dear Peggy and Ron,

Chuck and I are deeply saddened by the loss of your beloved son. We were one of the first to meet him nearly fifty years ago. Ron and my daughter, Lisa, were born on the same day at St. Joseph Hospital. Thank you for sharing Ron's lovely words. May God give you strength during this difficult time.

Loretta and Chuck Cicerrella

Ron. I lost track of you after you left Columbus, Ohio (The Ohio State University 1985-1986). I remember you helping me to type papers for English classes, since I didn't own a typewriter (OSU Dorms). Rest In Peace

To the Zehel family,
I am truly saddened by the news of Ron's passing. We grew up together at St. Peters then LC. Ron was always very kind-hearted and had a gentle soul. My sincerest condolences.

Dear Zehel Family,
My deepest condolences to you upon the passing of Ron . I pray God enfolds you during this difficult time. I will always remember him for his caring nature and his sweet smile.

To the Zehel Family our deep and sincere condolence. While I have never met Ronald Michael, his father's influence of music and my acquaintance with his sister in Summer Theatre have impacted my life. Prayers and Blessings for all of you. As part of the Lorain Catholic family, Ronald will be remembered in our prayers.

To all of those Ron leaves behind...We weren't close but through classmates I heard of Rons' passing. I remember him as being a kind hearted soul, so I hope our God looks with favor on Ron as he welcomes him into his new home...my sympathies and prayers for peace to you all at this time of great sadness and loss. An LC class of "85" member...so sorry for your loss.

Dear Aunt Peggy, Uncle Ron, and Lindsay,

This is such sad news and we are truly sorry for your loss. There is a better place that in faith we trust will come after this life; a place where pain and suffering will no longer exist and souls are free. That is where we hope Ron has travelled on his river....to contentment and peace in The presence of Jesus. Know that prayers are sent for your comfort in the happy memories carried in your hearts.
Love and Sympathy,
Ron and Gloria

My sincere condolences to Ron's family. I remember hanging out with Ron like it was yesterday. May he have peace and happiness with God now. I'll miss you.

Mr. and Mrs. Zehel,

Very sorry to hear the news of Ron's passing. Thank you for sharing Ron's writing with all of us. God bless you all.

John

Mr. and Mrs. Zehel,
I am very sad to learn of Ron's passing. Ron was a good friend of mine throughout high school...I will always have great memories of that time. Please know that the thoughts and prayers of my family are with you at this very difficult time.

Steve Lampiasi

So sorry for your loss. He was a great guy!

Dear Ron and Peggy,
I'm so sorry to read of your son's passing, and will keep his writing as an inspiration. It is so very hard to lose a child. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your daughter.
Sally (Hugo) Pack

Dear Peggy and Ron,
We just wanted express our deep sympathy on the loss of your son Ron. May God bless you with warm memories and confidence that he is resting in the arms of Jesus.
You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Dick and Rosemary and our sons Bob and Rick

Ron &Peggy So sorry to hear about Ron,Our deepest sympathies

My heart goes out to you ALL. Ron was such an amazing guy..friend. Praying you find peace knowing he is LOVED. Joan Richvalsky Konya.

Mr. And Mrs Zehel,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May loving memories bring you peace, comfort and strength.
Carrie Majzun Bearden

My condolences to all of Ron's family. I knew Ron from Lorain Catholic as we were in the same class all four years. I remember him as a kind and gentle soul. Very artistic. May his soul be welcomed lovingly in heaven.

In so sorry for your loss. My prayers for the parents, family and friends

My heart is so heavy right now. Ron and I went to school together for 12 years and I have wonderful memories of Ron. My most heartfelt condolences to all of you.

Will we each ever see a river and now not think of Ron? My very deepest sympathy . I am so very sorry for your pain.

So sorry for your loss Ron ,Peggy and Lindsey. That was a beautiful writing by Ron posted here .

Ron and Peggy, I am so sorry for the passing of your son Ron. May God bless and comfort you and all that knew Ron and are also in pain.

I love you like family, and we are praying for you all daily. God is good all the time and all the time God is good. We may not understand his work sometimes, but he makes no mistakes, so hold on to God and each other and feel our arms reaching for you.

RIP Ronald! I loved what you wrote Shaped By The River!