Ronald J. Brier Sr.

1931 - 2021

Ronald J. Brier Sr., 90, of Port Richmond, passed away peacefully at his home, on July 26, 2021. Ronald, a life long Staten Island resident was born on April 27, 1931 to the late Edward and Julia (Moran) Brier. Ronald is lovingly survived by his wife of 61 years, Gertrude (Wagner), his sons William, Michael of DWG, PA, Daniel (Anna) and his daughters Anne-Marie Crowley (Brian) of Westfield, NJ, Elizabeth A. Turkovic (Nick) of Lincroft, NJ and Christine-Anne Marrinan (Eric) of Lincroft, NJ; 12 grandchildren Kristen-Anne Cauterucci (Anthony), Kelly-Anne, Katherine, Evan, Robert, Stephen, Matthew, Emily, Kimberly, Kaitlyn, Aidan and Allison. Ronald was predeceased in death by his sons Ronald J. Brier Jr., Robert and John. A native Staten Islander, Ronald graduated from Port Richmond HS and studied chemistry at Wagner College. Ronald was drafted into the US Army, served stateside from 1950-1952 and attained rank of corporal. For 20 years, Ronald worked as a chemist with quality control at Wallerstein Co., Mariners Harbor and as a technician with the former Richmond College in its Biology Department. He then embarked on a 22 year career at Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center in Manhattan, retiring as the Director of Student Labs in 1997. Ronald was a devoted member of St. Roch Church, past president of the Holy Name Society, life member of the Knights of Columbus Assumption Council, original member of the Staten Island Ski Club, member of Good Sam Club and supporter of the Westerleigh Little Guys. Ronald loved spending time with his children and grandchildren hosting them at PopPops's Pool. Ronald was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend, he will be forever missed by all who love him. Visiting hours will be Thursday, July 29, 2021 from 4pm-8pm at Cherubini-McInerney Funeral Home, 1289 Forest Avenue. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday at St. Roch R.C. Church at 10am. Burial to follow at St. Peter's Cemetery. Cherubini-McInerney Funeral Home 1289 Forest Ave. Staten Island, NY 10302 (718) 442-9047