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
Bruce Thomas says:
June 13, 2006
I only knew Ron a few short years. We did not spend a lot of time around each other during that time but I must say however, that I enjoyed every minute. He had so many stories and most were worth hearing over several times. I have my favorite but should probably not put it here in this memory box.
Your family will dearly miss you Ron and so will Kathy, Caitlin and I. I hope you went to heven Ron and I hope I get there too. Maybe we will be able to go over some of those stories and possibly hear some that I am sure you never got around to telling.
God Bless you Ron.
RICH & PEG FORNEY says:
June 13, 2006
WE WILL MISS RONS FUN LOVING SPIRIT INTERESTING CONVERSATION & PLAYING CARDS WITH RON AND NANCY.
GOD BLESS, RICH AND PEG
CAROL AND DON LANE says:
June 14, 2006
KNOWING RON WAS DEFINITLY AN EXPERIENCE.HE WAS NEVER AT A LOSS FOR WORDS.
DON AND I HAVE BEEN REMINICING ABOUT OUR MANY CAMPING TRIPS IN OUR POP UP CAMPERS.RON WOULD FIND A BIG STICK AND PRETEND TO HIT YOU WITH IT IF YOU DIDN’T SING AROUND THE CAMPFIRE.
WE ALL WENT, RAIN OR SHINE. WE WOULD ALL BE SLIDING IN MUD AFTER A RAIN. RON CALLING JACKIE BAKER WACKY JACKIE IN HER HAT.
ALL THE TOWN HALL LUNCHEONS WHEN RON WOULD GET ALL THE GIRLS GOING LIKE TRET AND JEAN WALTON. HE WOULD MAKE THEIR DAY.NEW YEARS EVE, BIRTHDAYS, ANNAVERSARIES. WE REMEMBER THEM ALL. YOUR WEDDING NANCY. WAHT A BLAST WE HAD THAT DAY. RON MAKING AND SELLING LUNCH AT TOWN HALL AT NOON. WE WILL KEEP ALL OUR MEMORIES IN OUR HEARTS IF IT WASN’T FOR YOU NANCY THERE NEVER WOULD HAVE BEEN THE IDEAL COUPLE WE ALL KNOW AS NANCY AND RON.
LOVE YOUR LOYAL FRIENDS
CAROL DON AND FAMILY
cary kraft says:
June 14, 2006
Somewhere, some place in heaven just got a little brighter. I will miss Ron much, however he will continue to fill my memories with his light hearted laughter and comical antics. I treasure the times we shared. His encouragement and wise counsel on the more serious side will continue to inspire me to have a more balanced life perspective.
Pastor Kevin & Tasha Otsuji says:
June 14, 2006
We thank God that through the work of Christ on the cross death is swallowed up with victory! We will be praying for your family. In Christ’s Love, Kevin and Tasha