Ronald was born at McKeesport Hospital in McKeesport, Pennsylvania. He was the son of John and Emma Polak. Ronald was raised in McKeesport, Pennsylvania. As a young boy, Ron had a number of interests and was an active child, he took part in basketball and he was a band trumpet player. In his spare time he liked to work in his parent's sandwich shop. He graduated from McKeesport Area High School in 1953. Ron earned his Bachelor of Music Education from St. Vincent College in 1957. He also pursued graduate school, earning his Masters of Science Education at Duquesne University in 1959. His favorite courses were music and philosophy. His favorite professor was Professor Edwin P Shiner. During his college years, Ron also was the manager of the St. Vincent Bearcat basketball team. On June 7, 1958 Ronald married Vera Smider at St. Peter's Church of McKeesport, Pennsylvania. Compassionate and devoted, Ron worked hard to make his new life partner happy. Ron was blessed with one daughter, Karen. His primary occupation was a music educator and music coordinator. He was employed for 36 years by the McKeesport Area School District. He brought harmony to his work environment, doing what was necessary in order to get the job done, while always maintaining respect for his colleagues. Throughout his schooling, Ron was a member of many music groups including; band, brass quintet, marching band, and choir. Throughout his later years, Ronald was an active member and past president of the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association and the St. Vincent Alumni Association. After moving to Las Vegas he became a member of the Southern Nevada Officials' Association. Ronald passed away on August 24, 2013, at his home in North Las Vegas, Nevada. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Vera, his daughter, Karen, and his brother John of North Ridgeville, Ohio. Services were held at St. John Neumann Church in North Las Vegas. Ronald was laid to rest at the grounds of his beloved Alma Mater, St. Vincent College in Latrobe, Pennsylvania. Arrangements under the direction of Palm Northwest Mortuary, Las Vegas, NV.
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