Ronald Endsley Obituary
Ronald was preceded in death by...
Thelma (Taylor) Endsley (mother)
Aaron Endsley (father)
Kenneth Endsley (brother)
Sarah Molloy Endsley (former wife and mother of his children)
Ronald was born in Iola, Kansas on July 21,1939 where he lived with his parents, brother Ken and sister Janila. Ron spoke fondly of his life in Iola fishing and exploring the town and waters with his brother. Ron attended church every Sunday with his family whether or not it was his wish. He told how his brother would try to make him laugh so he would get in trouble with their father.
The family later moved to Wyoming. Ron served in the Army National Guard and the Air Force National Guard before joining the United States Coast Guard on July 5, 1960 earning the rank of Lieutenant. Ron served 1 and 1/2 years in Thailand during the Vietnam conflict retiring from the Coast Guard on December 1,1981.
After his military career, Ron moved his family to Phoenix, AZ where he became employed at Motorola as an electrical engineer having earned his degree at Arizona State University.
Ron loved Arizona and his life fishing and playing golf with close friends and also family members. Even with his failing health, he never lost his desire to fish, and play a round of golf.
For a short time, he was able to use the putting green at his residence.
Ron is survived by his wife..
Anna Soifer Endsley who remained by his side until his death.
He will forever be loved and missed.
His children...
Kenya (Lester ) Griffith
Shannon Endsley Guagliata
Aaron (Rachael) Endsley
Janila Beach (sister) Colorado
Karen Endsley (sister in law) Wyoming
We can't forget Charlie... his beloved 14 year old dog he has had since Charlie was a pup.
Ron is a grandfather to...
Eight grandchildren
Three great grandchildren
Nieces and nephews
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation toward Alzheimer's Research in Ron's honor
https://www.alz.org/get-involved-now/donate
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