Ronald Charles Orie, age 84, of Naples, Florida passed away on Thursday, May 26, 2022. He was a caring husband, a devoted father, a thoughtful grandfather, a true patriot, and an honorable man. His battle with medical issues in recent years showed Ron’s courage and strength as he faced life with a smile. Despite the pain, Ron remained strong until his last breath.
Ronald was born June 27, 1937 in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania. A committed member of the VFW and the American legion, Ron was a decorated Veteran, who served proudly in the Air Force in Korea and stateside. He loved his country and was honored to defend it when called upon. He was a man of unshakable conviction and patriotism.
Ron was a dedicated electronic technician supervisor for the FAA, for 55 years and loved all things technical. He was enthusiastic in his career and loved his work. Yet if you had asked him, he had never worked a day in his life. He created lifelong friendships and delighted in solving problems. “Our Dad had a MacGyver-like tendency to problem solve with eagerness. ”Upon retirement he became a general contractor and supervisor for 10 more years with Raytheon Electronics. Never idle, up until his last days he would be found in his workshop, creating and perfecting.
Ron was a warm, kind-hearted and giving person. He had a special love for his family and friends, who he would go out of his way to help in any way possible. The simplest pleasures in life brought great joy to him – from watching football with a cold beer in hand, to weekly collecting food for those in need. Ron taught the value of being patient, respectful, tolerant and understanding to others. He was an advocate for doing the right thing over being right. He was a steadfast man of God who radiated joy and peace, with an infectious smile. Ron was generous with his time, especially when it came to his family and friends. He was known for his tender heartedness, generosity of spirit, and genuine love for people.
Left to cherish his memory is his loving wife Jane Bloom - Orie, in Naples Florida and his children, son Ronald Charles Orie Jr, wife Michele, daughter Sharon Williams, husband Jon, daughter Shelley Lynn Martin, husband William, son Wade Alan Bloom wife Cindy, daughter Stacy Bloom Rexrode and husband Thom, and son James Stewart Bloom and wife Samantha. As a diligent catholic his true joy was his 14 grandchildren: Ronald Charles Orie III, Nicole Danielle Orie, Timothy Michael Orie, Candice Renee Taylor, Ashley Mariah Swertfager, David Paul Schad, Colt Charles Schad, Spencer James Martin, Nolan William Martin, Jesse Wade Bloom,Tiffany Jo Baker, Madison grace Rexrode, Lucy Blue Rexrode, Gavin Hill, Cassidy Jo Bloom, & Maille Bloom and his 13 great grandchildren. He was also the dear brother of Mary Mion of Pittsburgh, PA.
A funeral mass for Ronald will be held Friday, June 10, 2022 at 10:00 AM at St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church, 5130 Rattlesnake Hammock Rd, Naples, Florida 34113.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Ronald's memory may be made to Wounded Warrior Project, https://support.woundedwarriorproject.org/default.aspx?tsid=10043; and Tunnel To Towers Foundation, https://dogood.t2t.org/give/320847/#!/donation/checkout
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