Ronald L. Charles

Birth date: Jan 2, 1964 Death date: Aug 12, 2017

Mr. Ronald Charles, age 53, of West Olive passed away unexpectedly Saturday, August 12, 2017. He was born January 2, 1964 in Kansas City to Joseph and Joyce (Zumsteg) Charles. On November 24, 1984 he married Nancy Barney in Grand Read Obituary

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John Zielke

168w ago

I was fortunate to have worked with Ron on many projects at Hydro in the mid to late 90's. He brought an incredible work ethic and a desire to win on everything we did. But most important, Ron was simply confident with who he was and he helped others be their best as well. And he expected that from others. His genuine approach and commitment was a motivator on everything we did. Looking back, I regret that I did not get to know him better as a friend. He cared about people. Take the time to extend to others because they may not be around tomorrow. Brother Ron, you are sadly missed.

Rick And Micki Nyhuis

421w ago

Nancy just found out about Ron you are in our prayers he was a good friend and will to me and many others and he will be missed.

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Rick Nyhuis

Aimee

422w ago

Ron taught me to look outside of my personal boundaries, that all opinions matter, and everyone has something to contribute. From the moment we first met, Ron was both inspiring and challenging. I've been thinking about how to follow his example and how I can impact others, as Ron has impacted me. His legacy will live on in those he touched and I can only aspire to have the faith and freedom that Ron enjoyed. Words cannot express how deeply I will miss our connection and friendship. He was the Capt. after all, and sang a mean Billy Joel to boot.

Nancy: I have never met a more devoted person, and I always loved hearing about your great love affair! Ron loves you will all of his heart, and I know that he is looking after you now.

One time, at band camp (ok while visiting an equipment manufacturer in Ontario), we crossed the border at Port Huron and I had stashed some Cuban Cigars to take back to the US as a birthday gift for my Dad. When the border agent asked Ron if he had any Cuban cigars, his reply was "Nooooooo, I don't have ANY Cuban cigars, Aimee, Do Yooooooooooou have any Cuban Cigars"? The good news is that I avoided a strip search, however the lesson is to never smuggle product across the border with a do-gooder.

Arghhhh... Capt. Ron, you will be missed!

Linda Anderson

425w ago

Nancy my prayers are with you and your family. Ron was one of the kindest guy I know in high school. So sorry for your loss.

Jeff Piper

425w ago

Nancy,

Our thoughts and prayers or with you and your entire family! Ron's light for Christ was so evident in how he lived his life and although we hadn't worked that close together in the past few years when we did see each other there was always that infectious smile and huge loving energy! He will be an inspiration for all of us to remember what our priorities are and how to treat people in the midst of our day to day struggle!. I will miss him greatly and will do my best to honor his memory and shine the light more like he always did here on Earth and I know is now doing in Heaven!

God bless,

Jeff and Karen Piper

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425w ago

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Bruce Crockett

425w ago

Nancy: We are saddened by the passing of Ron and offer our condolences to you and the family. Ron was always an uplifting presence with a smile and positive attitude. He provided compassionate ministry with a loving spiritual Presence that ministered to many. He will be missed by many. Our prayers are with you. May the Spirit comfort you and escort you in the days ahead with tender love and gentle moments of reflection of good memories.
Bruce and Gloria Crockett