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1946
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2020
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Ronald Bednar Obituary
Ron was the owner/operator of Ron's Total Lawn Care in Whitehall, and prior to that was employed at Mack Trucks for many years. He honorably served his country in the United States Coast Guard and was a member of St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church in Stiles. He was a member of Fullerton Fire Company and the American Legion. Ron enjoyed the outdoors and was an avid hunter and fisherman.
He is survived by his son, Matthew R. Bednar of Whitehall, daughter Annette M. Gomez of Allentown, granddaughter, Jade F. Gomez of Allentown, grandson, Max Ronald Gomez of Slatington, brothers, John and Gary Bednar, both of Whitehall, and longtime companion Edith Howells of Northampton. He was predeceased by his brother, James Bednar.
The family will receive friends on Saturday, June 27, 2020, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM, followed by an 11:00 AM memorial service all at the Schisler Funeral Home, 2119 Washington Avenue, Northampton, PA 18067. Interment will follow at St. John the Baptist Cemetery, Stiles. Due to current restrictions, we ask you to follow social distancing protocols and a facial covering must be worn.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Ron's memory to Lehigh Valley Hospice in care of the funeral home. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.schislerfuneralhomes.com
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Gina DaSilva
July 7, 2020
I am so sorry about Ronnie's passing, my dad and I just found out yesterday by reading Whitehall coplay press. I have a lot of memories of him growing up.
Stephanie (Hock) Kline
July 6, 2020
am so sorry for the loss of Ronnie. Im sorry to say that I didnt know about this till after the fact. I apologize, from the bottom of my heart, for not being there for the family. My thoughts have been with you all, and its still so fresh in me with losing my mom, so I know how hard it is on all of you! Hold onto all your memories!
ray roche
July 2, 2020
Matt sorry to hear about your dads
passing. Always enjoyed talking with him.
Liza Brandon
June 28, 2020
Annette and family, I am so sorry to hear of Rons passing. He was a kind, gentle soul. It was a pleasure to see him everyday. I loved his great sense of humor and how he made me laugh. I was fortunate to have gotten to know him.
BRIAN SZCZEPANSKI
June 28, 2020
I am sad to hear of Ron's passing. I will always remember staying in the shack in Potter for hunting and the Great Tomato Wars. Know that Ron and my dad are at peace somewhere on some great hunt. Peace be with you.-Brian Szczepanski
Monica ODonnell
June 26, 2020
He was a joy 2 take care of @ Phoebe home. My coondolences 2 family Annette & John. test in peace my friend
Leanne Diehl
June 25, 2020
Ron was very special to me. We had many wonderful conversations and he made me laugh. An intelligent and funny guy with a warm heart. Definitely a legend to me. My sincere condolences to his family, especially Annette and John who spent so much time with him. RIP Ron...
Bruce & Linette Doll
June 25, 2020
John and Family~
We are sorry to hear of Ron's passing and offer our condolences to your family.
June 25, 2020
Thank you for your service to our country. Rest In Peace.
Gary Mohr
June 24, 2020
To the family of Ron, Please no you are in our prayers. We lost a special person, He was one of the best people I knew. I will always remember our time in the woods hunting. I will miss him, his sense of humor, and his loyalty to those people close to him. I hope time will help to ease your sorrow. Gary and Jean Mohr
Mr. &Mrs. Edward Krenn Sr.
June 24, 2020
Matt &Annette. and Gary , sorry to hear of your loss I admired your dad greatly he was a good man and will truly be missed I'm sorry I will not be able to make it back for
services but my prayers are with you all. Edward and Tanya Krenn Sr.
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