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1948
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2018
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Ronald Buford Obituary
Ron was born and raised in Dallas, TX. He graduated from Wiley College in Marshall, TX and was a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. He served in the United States Army during Vietnam. He worked for Liberty Mutual Ins. Co. in Boston, Dallas, and Portsmouth, NH. He later worked for, and retired from Hanover Ins. Co. as Regional VP of Commercial Lines in Maine. He was a Board member for Maine College of Arts, and served as chairman of the Finance Committee.
Ron was an avid golfer and member of the Links at Outlook Golf Course. He was never happier than when playing 18 holes with all his friends. He enjoyed reading and spending time at the beach. He always had a smile and time to listen, chat, and help everyone.
He leaves his beloved wife, and best friend of 29 years, Katherine "Katie" Buford; two loving daughters that are his pride and joy, Gabrielle Pina of Dallas, Texas and Christine Buford of Los Angeles, Calif.; three grandchildren Julian, Maia and Langston; his dear cousins; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held in the spring at a time and date to be announced.
Lucas & Eaton Funeral Home, York, Maine is assisting with arrangements. Visit www.lucaseatonfuneralhome.com.
Memorial contributions may be made in his name to Dr. Nadine McCleary's Research Fund at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute:
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Attn: Angelle Kettlewell
10 Brookline Place West, 6th Floor
Brookline, MA 02445
You may also make memorial gifts online at Dana-Farber.org/give and include the Dr. Nadine McCleary's Research Fund in the "Why I give" section.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ronald Buford
Peter Charles Leary
December 11, 2024
What a great man, colleague, and genuine human being...When I walked into his office, he always had that smile, from ear to ear. RIP Ron.
Bill Thornton
September 10, 2023
Thinking about Ron and what a great guy he was. We would always get together, in Kennebunkport, around his birthday.
We were both in the insurance business in Portland. Ron was an honorable competitor.
We also both served on the board of MECA. Many comments about Ron being the best Finance chair we´d had.
Last time we had lunch, Ron mentioned he was dealing with cancer, but never let on how serious it was.
He was so proud of you and his daughters, Katie. I am so sorry you have lost him.
Bill Thornton
John Scala
December 26, 2018
Katie, my deepest sympathy to you and your family. Ron was my manager at both Liberty Mutual and Hanover. He was a great man! I enjoyed our many life conversations. May our Lord provide you with peace and comfort at this most difficult time.
December 20, 2018
May Almighty God and your treasured memories comfort you during this sad time. (Psalm 147:3)
Cheryl Anthony
December 20, 2018
My condolences to the family and friends of Ron. I worked with Ron at Hanover Insurance. Ron was a down to earth man. Always had a smile on his face.
December 18, 2018
So sorry to hear about the passing of Ron. With many thoughts and my deepest sympathy to you and your family at this time of your loss.
Blessing,
Mildred Jones
Richard Haller
December 17, 2018
Condolences to the family. I worked with Ron in Dallas.He was always professional and so easy going. A gentleman in every respect. This is sad news for all that knew him. Go gently into the night my friend.
Bill Murphy
December 17, 2018
Katie, I am so saddened to hear of Ron's passing! I will always remember how he mentored and helped me when I transferred to Dallas Commercial Risks in 1977 and especially how supportive he was when my Dad passed away later that year! My families thoughts and prayers are with you!
Bob and Cyndy Dow
December 16, 2018
We are so sorry to learn about Ron's passing. I'll cherish fun memories when our girls were playing field hockey and we sat together chatting it up! What a great smile he had with love in his eyes for his beautiful wife and daughter. Please accept our deepest sympathies.
December 14, 2018
Thank you for your service.
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