Ron was my priest while I was at the University of Iowa, 1965 to 1965. We were friends and colleges for many years. He was instrumental in my becoming an Episcopal priest as he made the introductions to Bishop Smith that resulted in my being accepted into the Diocese of Iowa and the Maytag family endowment paying for my seminary education. Ron was a friend, confidant, mentor, and brother priest. He made me laugh, taught me all kinds of things, held me when I cried, assisted me in finding jobs, and introduced me to Praire Home Companion. I just received notification of his death from the Diocesan office in Colorado. I pray that his son and daughter know that he was a fine man, a great priest, and was well beloved by many people./

Rest in peace eternal,

Rev. Willian Waltz, ret.

Ron was such an incredibly kind, thoughtful and funny person. He had great ideas, was always good for a quote and provided insightful advice. It’s nice to imagine his laughter reverberating throughout the heavens.

My dear friend and mentor. Worked with Ron at St. Martin Episcopal Church in Perry, Iowa in the early 1990s. Will miss our yearly get-together at one of the Mexican restaurants in Des Moines. See you at the Other-side Camp of the Sky World. Que Dios te bendiga. - Anita Gonzalez

I was a young associate priest in the early 70s where I met Ron and enjoyed his active participation in the local Iowa City Ministerial Association. I remember him repeatedly lighting his pipe and his energetic personality at our meetings. I'm sure

he blessed those among whom he worked and lived. Thankful for pleasant memories of Ron.

- - - (Rev) Walter Helms