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H. Berthasavage Obituary

Pawcatuck - H. Ronald Berthasavage passed away Nov. 21, 2025, at the age of 90. Ron was born in Winton, Pa., to Henry and Helen Berthasavage. Due to his parents' early death, Ron was raised by his Aunt Mary and Uncle John Petro in Roebling, N.J. Ron attended Florence High School in Florence, N.J., where he was president of his class for four years and was a standout athlete in both baseball and basketball, attaining All-State and County honors. Ron attended Seton Hall University in South Orange, N.J. receiving his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. While at Seton Hall he played varsity basketball and baseball under Hall of Fame coach John "Honey" Russell and Owen Carroll, respectively. He was elected co-captain of the basketball team in his senior year.

Ron moved to Connecticut in 1958 and worked at General Dynamics, Electric Boat Division, retiring with 39 years of service in 1997. Ron married the former Marjorie K. Lord in 1960, where they settled in Pawcatuck and raised their three children.

He leaves a son H. Ronald Berthasavage Jr., his wife Liesel and their two children Katherine and Thomas; a daughter Linda Finnegan, her husband Charles and their two children Nathan (wife Valerie Nubbe) and Olivia (fiancé Dylan Kaiser); and a daughter Jeanne Lucey, her husband David and their four children, Connor, Rowan, Cara and Mae.

At his request, visiting hours are omitted. His burial will be private at the cemetery of his family. Gaffney-Dolan Funeral Home, 59 Spruce Street, Westerly, RI is in charge of the arrangements. For online condolences please visit www.gaffneydolanfuneralhome.com

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Published by The Day on Nov. 27, 2025.

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Richard Murphy

November 28, 2025

I am deeply saddened by the news of Ron's passing. I met Ronnie in 1976 as I entered EB for the first time and met my new boss. I worked with Ron for 21 years until he retired. Ron loved his family and worked hard every day for them. I am happy that he was able to enjoy a long and happy retirement after such a brilliant career. My deepest condolences to his family. RIP Ron and thanks for everything that you did for me.

steven spellman

November 27, 2025

Jeanne and family - I am sorry for your loss.

Dave Fairman

November 27, 2025

Rest in Peace Ron

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