Ronald Edward Kingsley
February 12, 1935 - June 03, 2006
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Ronald Edward Kingsley
February 12, 1935 - June 03, 2006
Obituary
Ronald E. Kinglsey, age 71, passed away at his home located at 530D Via Estrada on June 3, 2006. Please join us on Sunday, July 2nd from 2-4pm at Clubhouse 7 to celebrate his life. Ron is survived by his devoted wife, Nancy Kingsley; loving daughterss Chris Jordan, Jenny Kingsley, Susan Livers and beloved son, Michael Kingsley; loving stepdaughters Cindy Kraft and Patty Thompson; loving grandchildren, Nicole, Jonathan Jordan, Joshua Sanford, Andy and Adam Ruth, Katie Thompson, Kimberly Kraft, and a sister Bonnie Dozak. He has two great- grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. He was dearly loved by many and will be deeply missed by all.
Please consider contributions in his memory to Hospice of Saddleback Valley, 24022 Calle De La Palata, Suite 200, Laguna Hills, CA 92653.
Ron was born in Elmira, NY where he graduated from high school and immediately enlisted in the Air Force. He spent 23 years in the service, served in Vietnam and Japan, retiring as one of the top recruiters. He then worked for the city of Southport, NY as the director of Youth Employment Services before going into the civil service as an office manager for the local Air Force recruiting wing. He spent a total of 36 years working for the government before his second retirement.
Shortly after his final retirement, Ron and Nancy vacationed in Leisure World to visit family and immediately fell in love with the area. They then moved here seven years ago and enjoyed the best years of their lives together. Ron was president of his bowling league and earned many honors. He is remembered for his ability to enjoy life and make others laugh.
Ron is predeceased by his beloved grandson Eric Kraft, loving sister Jackie Ann Ryan and parents Edward and Virgina Kingsley.
22 responses to Ronald Edward Kingsley
lori bohen says:
June 9, 2006
Ron’s humor, smile, and jokes brought so much playfulness, fun and good times to every get together. I loved to hear his stories, especially the one about Spudnuts. I will miss the light and joy that he brought into this world. My heart is with you Nancy. We love you both so very much!
Michele Miranda says:
June 9, 2006
Dear Nancy & Family,
It was wonderful meeting with you and Ron over a year ago. I have held both of you in my heart and prayers during this time of Ron’s illness, and am privileged to preside at his service.
May God continue to hold you in the palm of his hands.
Michele
Corinne says:
June 10, 2006
Ron was such an awsome person. He could always make me smile, and was so much fun to be around. He will truley be missed.
Luane Freark says:
June 10, 2006
Although I never got a chance to spend much time with Ron it was so obvious how special he was. I’ll always remember the stories my mom would tell about his “funny hats”. She would laugh so hard just remembering what a fun, loving guy he was. Nancy, you are very blessed to have had the time you did with him.
Luane
Cheryl L Jordan says:
June 11, 2006
I only met my husbends papa Ron once. And that will be a day i’d never forget. But something that really hit me was at the memorial, when the airforce folded the flag. That was something i’d never seen before. Once they were done folding it, it showed all stars. From the way people spoke of him, he was the star of the family. It was like they did it that way special for him. He will always be our “star” and greatly missed.