PORTLAND – Ronald “Ron” Milton Shaw, Sr., 73, passed away peacefully at home, Sunday, April 24, 2011. He was born on October 30, 1937 in Bridgton, ME. The son of the late Warren and Winona (Ladd) Shaw.
Ron grew up in Portland and was known through his school years as “Whitey” or “Newt” in later years. He played the 1st trumpet proudly in the marching band proclaiming his school spirit. After graduating from Deering High School in 1956, Ron enlisted in the United States Army. He was stationed in Korea.
In his younger years, he enjoyed hunting and fishing up at camp on Sebago Lake and skiing on Pleasant Mountain. He was an avid bird watcher and had a knack for imitating the bird calls.
Ron is survived by his son, Ronald M. Shaw, Jr.; daughters, Kim Marier, Karen Cyr; six grandchildren and former spouse and mother of his children, Madge Shaw.
The family wishes to thank Phillip Hutchins for being a caretaker and friend to Ron in his last years.
Graveside Services will be held at a later date in Evergreen Cemetery.
Please visit www.jonesrichandhutchins.com for additional information and to sign Ron’s guest book.
