Ronald Louis Beal

Ronnie "RB' Beal of Fort Lauderdale, Florida went to be with the Lord from extended illness on Easter Sunday, March 27, 2016. Ronnie was born on January 27,1936 in Central City, Pa. to the late Charles Beal and Anna Rohr. Proceeding him in death, is his brother, Charles Beal and sister, Anna Beal Brown. He is survived by his wife, Antonette "Toni" Beal, daughters, Sharon Beal Lonsbrough, (Curt) of Cortland Ohio and Tracey Beal St George (Adam) of Lighthouse Point . Son Randy Beal of Orange County, California. Ronnie had four grandchildren, Jared and Josh Hoffman and David and Jeff Lonsbrough. Ronnie was a steelworker/rigger in Warren and retired to Fort Lauderdale. He'd explain that he had three stages of life, the beginning in Pennsylvania, his life in Ohio and then Florida, which he treasured! He never imagined living on the water and was always grateful for all his many blessings! Ronnie loved his family with a passion and his many friends meant the world to him! He was a true gentleman, a class act with a heart of gold. He was an extraordinary, dignified man, a man that treated people with respect, compassion and love. His loyalty and integrity never waivered, his generosity was endless! When Ronnie had your back, it didn't matter if you were right, wrong or indifferent, he was there for you! He was a man of his word, a man you could trust and confide in, always giving the best advice and perspective on life! His hobbies included playing cards, betting and talking about all types of sports. He loved reading,walking, swimming and exercising! His funeral service will be held on Wednesday, April 6, 2016 at Kraeer Funeral Home, in Pompano Beach beginning at 10 am. There will one hour of visitation, the service is at 11 am given by Gary Ross and a reception to follow at Giannis Restaurant. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations go the Parkinson's Disease Foundation. The address is 1359 Broadway, Suite 1509 New York, NY 10018 or donations can be made on line.