Ronald Joseph Besso

Ronald Joseph Besso obituary, Chesapeake, VA

Ronald Joseph Besso

Ronald Besso Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home - Great Bridge Chapel on Sep. 16, 2023.

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Ronald Joseph Besso, 86, of Chesapeake passed away September 12, 2023 peacefully at home with his trusted companion Teddy guarding over him. Ronald is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Betty Jo Besso; Daughters - Vicki Contstant (Gus), Anna Marie Saunders (Rickey), Valerie Besso; Step-Daughter Donna Stewart (Jeff) and Step-Sons Tommy Frohnapfel (Sherrie) and Mike Frohnapfel (Beth). Ronald's legacy includes 17 grandchildren and 28 great grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister Cecelia Pignotti of Florida and brother Anthony Besso (Nancy) of Chesapeake, VA. Ronald enjoyed helping others and would give you the shirt off his back if you were in need. His passions were being a workaholic, watching wrestling and riding motorcycles.
Visitation with the family will begin at 9:00 a.m. Friday September 22, 2023 at Hollomon-Brown 524 Cedar Road Chesapeake, VA 23322. The service will be held immediately following at 10:00 a.m. The family will host fellowship and refreshments immediately following the service at the Besso residence.
Our family would like to express our sincere appreciation and gratitude for the outpouring of support and kindness.

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