Ronald F. Boyer was a natural leader whose winning presence allowed him to take control of various situations with ease. Equipped with a clear and calculating focus, he possessed a tough-minded, “take charge” attitude. He had the ability to make even routine situations seem exciting, and he was at ease with the role of playing problem solver. Ronald always sought out the scene of where the action was. Sociable, analytical and pleasant, Ronald was an individual who enjoyed life’s challenges.
His parents were Dick and Ann Boyer. Always able to express himself well, Ronald possessed strong interpersonal skills. He was optimistic in his outlook on life and was able at all times to be open and direct in his communication. Armed with a great wit, Ronald was raised to be accepting of others and to implement a strong personal work ethic.
Blessed with a balanced attitude, Ronald was able to relate well with others. His occasional role as family mediator gave him the opportunity to ease tense situations when they occurred. Ronald was raised with three siblings. He had older sisters Judy and Bev and a younger sister Vicky. Ronald had a strong desire to be treated fairly and would readily offer others the same fairness in return.
As a young child, Ronald showed his creative ability in many ways. He was outgoing and animated. Ronald enjoyed new activities and pursued a variety of interests. He took part in baseball. In his spare time he liked raising homing pigeons and hiking in the hills. Ronald's memorable achievements included exceding the number of strikes with a ruler by the nuns.
Known to others as a focused, logical, open-minded and somewhat driven individual, Ronald was able to utilize these qualities to succeed in high school. His curious nature was spurred by his ability to maximize his personal learning style through employing a hands-on approach. He was good with facts and had an excellent memory. He graduated from Corona High School in 1969. He enjoyed some courses more than others, having favorite classes and teachers. His favorite class in high school was physical education and lunch time. The teacher he enjoyed learning from the most was coach wilkerson. He was an exceptional catcher for his baseball team, he really loved playing sports.
Friends and acquaintances found Ronald an easy man to get to know, and those close to him would often praise his open, practical style of communication and relaxed approach to life in general. Ronald was uncomplicated and straightforward in his relationships, which allowed him to accept people for what they were. While growing up, some of his best friends were Michael Brennan and Zane Clevenger. Later in life, he became friends with men he worked with Pat McManus, Al Hearn, John Mckeever and Barry Johnson.
A good listener with an engaging personality, Ronald was able to bring pleasure and unexpected humor to the relationship.
Very much like a kid himself, Ronald identified with the inquisitive and creative side of his children’s personalities. He was able to direct his energy and spontaneity towards helping his children acquire added common sense skills. Ronald was blessed with two children, daughter Nicole and son Wade.
Ronald was a flexible worker who was able to draw the best from others around him. A persuasive individual who was quick to make necessary decisions, Ronald’s strengths included being able to think on his feet. He could be a leader who sought impact for his decisions. Gifted with an incredible ability to read body language, Ronald was able to positively manipulate situations and motivate others in order to get a task completed. He was a good negotiator who enjoyed new challenges. Ronald could multi-task, and he was endowed with entrepreneurial spirit, allowing him to think beyond standard norms when it came to resolving issues in his work environment. His primary occupation was Landscaper. He was employed for 25 years for the Orange County Water District.
Ronald enjoyed his leisure time by taking part in various hobbies. He had something of an artistic flair in many of the things that he did. He put this creativity toward all of his pastimes. His favorite pursuits were golf, tennis, birding and fishing. He was content to enjoy his hobbies alone but was also willing to share his interests with others.
Because he liked to take risks, Ronald was a perfect match for athletics and exercise. He was enthusiastic and confident about these activities. Recreational sports included bowling, golf, tennis and fishing. Ronald was also something of a sports fan and enjoyed watching his favorite events whenever he got the opportunity. Tops on his list were golf, football, nascar and baseball.
Ronald was a gifted problem solver who worked hard to help accomplish group goals. This skill made him a wonderful asset to the various groups and organizations to which he belonged. Always matter-of-fact about what needed to be done, Ronald worked steadily to meet any organization’s goals. Throughout his later years, Ronald was an active member of the Audabon golf organization.
Ronald was a generous man who prized that same quality in others. So it’s little wonder that he was so active and giving in his community. Ronald was a member of several community groups, including serving on committees for his golf and birding organizations.
Ronald held close traditional values and as a result, faith was important to him. He was a member of the Catholic church for all of his growing up years.
Travel and vacations were experiences that Ronald truly enjoyed. He preferred to seek out excitement wherever he went and he was partial to vacations that were casual and laid back with an atmosphere of “live and let live.” He was willing to leave his plans open and flexible, just in case something more interesting came along. Favorite vacations included Hawaii, Mexico, the Mediterrainian and the Eastern Sierrras.
Ronald was a lover of animals and cherished his pets. One of Ronald’s favorites was Jake a yellow labradour. They were best friends for 10 years. His family was rounded out by his pigions Max and Coty.
When Ronald’s retirement finally came in April 1, 2002, he was well prepared. He used logical analysis of his retirement options in order to ensure his retirement would be fulfilling. Still, he was able to easily adapt to possible changes and enjoyed just having fun and being relaxed. His new life involved relocating to his home in Corona. In retirement, he found new pleasure in golf, birding and fishing.
Ronald passed away on November 22, 2010 at at his home in Corona California. Ronald fought a brave battle against cancer for nine years. He is survived by his wife Lori,daughter Nicole, son Wade, grandsons Gavin and Reegan, Beverly Hearn (Al) Vicky Diehl (Bob) brother-in-law Tom Bullis, nieces Shelly Moreo and Rebeca Cantrell and nephew david Bullis. Services were held at Pierce Brothers Crestlawn Memorial Chapel in Riverside California.
Ronald was the kind of person who could win others over easily. A concrete communicator, he relied on his senses to increase his involvement and awareness of others. He was always able to provide amusing repartee to his friends and acquaintances, offering a seemingly endless supply of quips, anecdotes, jokes and stories. If Ronald had a theme song written about him, it might well have been “Don’t Worry, Be Happy.” He enjoyed his life and the experience of living it. This is how everyone will remember Ronald F. Boyer
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