Ron Brewer Obituary

Ron Brewer, 56, photographer and long time La Quinta resident passed away on Thursday, November 1, 2007 from injuries sustained during a traffic accident on Avenue 48 in Indio. Ron moved to La Quinta in 1985 with his wife of 35 years, Debi. But his heart always belonged to the home of his youth in Cimarron, NM where his mother, Bella Brewer, still lives. Ron served in the United States Navy in the early 70's and met Debi in Izmir, Turkey while serving aboard the USS Guam. They married the following year in Riverside, CA. Ron was a graduate of the Navy School of Photography in Pensacola, FL and had a true love for taking photographs. He kept up on the photography industry after being discharged from the Navy and in 1998 he established "Ron Brewer Photography". He specialized in capturing moments from the heart, focusing his business on weddings and family portraits. Ron had a love for the outdoors that manifested itself through the years with landscape photography, camping and motorcycling. He and Debi had just completed a 3000 mile journey to Colorado and New Mexico this summer on their Suzuki Burgman motorcycle. He truly loved riding that bike! Ron touched so many lives with his warm friendship, generosity and big heart. If he touched yours in some way, please join us for a celebration of his life at the Falls Steakhouse in La Quinta on Thursday, November 8, 2007 at 5:30 p.m. (his favorite spot to be at that time of day!) Please bring a story of how Ron touched your life and heart.

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Published by The Desert Sun on Nov. 7, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Ron Brewer

15 Entries

Mr Dana & Andrea Albert

December 27, 2021

Dear Debi,

My husband and I were thinking of you both since you an Ron had taken our wedding pictures 20 years ago in La quinta. We want to wish you much love and hope you are doing well . As you guys are both wonderful people and we are very grateful for his time , talent and kindness . Both of you !! You may not remember us cause you have so many people you photographed but just wanted to reach out and send you our love .. Sincerely

Deborah Fiedler

May 26, 2008

I was simply shocked and crushed to hear of Ron's passing. I had no idea. Debi, even though I'd only met you both a couple of times, I feel the loss. I will be forever grateful to you and Ron for stepping up to the plate for our event. My sincere thoughts are with you.

Deborah Fiedler
Redlands High School Class of 1977

Ron & Karen and Elois Horner

February 7, 2008

Debi,
We were all very sorry to hear of Ron's passing. It comes as a shock to lose someone so close and so young. We remember the many fine visits we had with you and he over the years. For me it started when I was 12 at your wedding, I remember how handsome and proud he looked and how beautiful you were in your wedding dress that day as Dad took Photos. I know you cherish the years you both shared and please know that we all feel your loss deeply.

Robert Horner

November 21, 2007

Debi, Ron will be missed. With love. Your brother, Robert.

Cathy LaCroix

November 15, 2007

Debi:

I was totally shocked to hear about Ron in the LQ Sun this morning (I don't get the Desert Sun any longer so haven't seen any local news lately). I was getting ready to call him to take a new picture for my business cards! The last time I saw him was at the Falls. He will be truly missed & I feel for your loss. Please call if you need anything & take care.

Sincerely,

Robert Ramirez

November 13, 2007

Debi, I heard of your loss, while reading the paper a few days ago. I am truly sorry for your loss and my best wishes are with you. You and Ron, as short of a time we worked together, really showed a strong feeling of Love. My thoughts and prayers are with you always.

Veronica & Jason VanCamp

November 12, 2007

We were very shocked and sorry to hear about your loss Debbi, speachless to say the least. You are in our prayers. We have wonderful memories (pictures) because of him,,, we are grateful. He will be remembered dearly.

Pat Tomlinson

November 10, 2007

Debi So sorry about Ron passing. My toughts are with you. Pat Tomlinson

bill engstrom

November 9, 2007

i enjoyed many miles and smiles riding with ron and debi.
godspeed, brother.

Pam de Jong

November 8, 2007

There are no words. I will never forget how you both welcomed me into your home and your lives through thick and thin. Ron was a special man who I shall never forget. Call if you need to talk. Love, Pam

Vince Brewer

November 8, 2007

Deb,

Love you and miss him. There just aren't enough words or space on the internet right now to say everything... Just remember Riverside, San Bernardino, San Bernardino II, San Bernardino III, Hemet, Desert Hot Springs, La Quinta... it could not have been any better than it was. Love you guys... very much.

Vince

Jim & JoAnn Munoz

November 8, 2007

Debbie- I'm very sorry for your loss, I just talked to Ron a couple of weeks ago. We always had fond memories of working together- he was a neat guy to talk too. Take care, you are in our prayers!

janice farley

November 7, 2007

Debbie I am sorry to hear about Ron. 37 years is a long time to be together. May it help to know that others care. Janice

Cort Larson

November 7, 2007

I met Ron the second week of October when I got back in town. I was sitting at the bar in the third stool from the right and about 5:15 Ron walked in and sat at what I learned was his usual bar stool right next to the waitress station. The staff all knew Ron and said hello. He greeted them with smiles. Mike promptly brought his bottle of beer with having to order it.

I have loved going to The Falls for the past 2 years and I could see this was a man who shared my liking for the place. I quickly turned and introduced myself as I knew we would have many conversations during the next 6 weeks I was in town.

Ron shared many things during our chats. He was always talking of his trip to Colorado on the motorcycle. He had a special spark when he told me of taking a quick trip to New Mexico to be with his mom for a recent holiday dinner. We discussed his photography work and brainstormed some ideas to help him during the slow summer season.

We watched some World Series games on the bar TVs. He wanted so badly for Colorado to win.

He had his routine and while I wanted to chat more each time, he always left by 6:30 so he could go home. He was happy to have his outlet at The Falls. He said I can can do this because my wife knows I will be home at the same time everyday.

I never heard Ron say a bad word about anyone we saw or spoke about. I am sorry I only knew him but a few weeks.

Ron will me missed. I know the next time I am at The Falls, I will be watching for him to walk in the door at 5:15.

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