Ronald Alexander Rymash

9/3/1933 - 7/22/2025

Niantic - Ronald Alexander Rymash, 91, of Niantic, passed away peacefully at his residence July 22, 2025. He was born Sept. 3, 1933, in New London, the son of Alexander and Stella (Woroby) Rymash.

Ronald graduated from New London High School in 1951, and subsequently earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Connecticut. He proudly served his country as an interrogation officer in the United States Army, receiving an honorable discharge with the rank of second lieutenant.

Following his military service, Ronald pursued a lifelong commitment to education. He earned a master's degree from Eastern Connecticut State University and later his sixth-year certificate from the University of Hartford. His educational career began as a teacher at Quaker Hill Elementary School and Clarke Lane Middle School. In 1968, he became principal of North Stonington Elementary School, where he served with dedication, warmth and vision until his retirement in 1993. Over his 25 years as principal, Ronald touched countless lives and left a lasting legacy in the community.

He was a member of the New London Lodge of Elks for 56 years and was a member of the Southeastern Connecticut Lobsterman Association.

He is survived by his loving wife, Carol Jean (Naccarato) Rymash; his two daughters, Robin Brown and Tamara Carey; his grandchildren, CJ Brown and Allie; his stepson John Richeson; John's daughter Olivia and her children, Riley and AJ. He was predeceased by his brother Michael Rymash; and his sister Mary Dart.

Services will be private. The Thomas L. Neilan & Sons Funeral Home, 48 Grand Street, Niantic, is assisting the family with arrangements. In place of flowers, donations in Ronald's memory may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or HHC at Home Hospice Care.

Ronald will be remembered as an educator, a veteran, a devoted husband and father, and a man of deep integrity who made a lasting difference in the lives of so many.