William F. Ronan

In honor of a life that left footprints of love.

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William F. Ronan Jr., affectionately known as "Uncle Bill," was born on September 17, 1946, and passed away on January 22, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He married Linda on November 18, 1967, He was father to Billy also known as Little Bill, Michelle, and Bryon. Bill was the proud grandfather of four granddaughters – Victoria, Samantha, Lindsay, and Abigail – and three grandsons – Brent, Avery, and Kyle. He was also blessed with two great-grandsons – Ryan and Thomas. Bill will be remembered first and foremost for his love of God and sharing his faith with all who listened, followed closely by his love for people and his wonderful sense of humor. He was always ready to lend a helping hand to anyone in need, and his encouragement touched the lives of many. Bill will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

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February 15, 2024

Dear Linda, first I want to say to you and your family, I'm so saddened by your loss/our loss! As you may remember Bill did my husband's memorial talk and from that day on ( for I was only 1 year baptized when I loss my husband), he became someone quite special to me. I'm so sorry that I wasn't able to gather to support you and your family. I do however look forward to seeing my friend again when Jehovah's day comes! As long as He welcomes me in His new world! (Num. 6:24-26) ❤

Yvonne James

February 9, 2024

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Bonnie Follansbee

February 8, 2024

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All who knew him

February 7, 2024

Our thoughts and prayers are with Bill's family at this time. Bill was a special friend to us and he will be missed greatly, but we will see him again! 💗

Bonnie and Ernie Follansbee

February 5, 2024

It was fall of 1975, I had just moved to the Salem Congregation from Gloucester Congregation. I was out in the field ministry with another brother in the Brimbal Avenue/ Colon St neighborhood of Beverly. The 2 of us were walking and engaged in conversation. Just then a Beverly Police car pulled up beside us! Scared out of my wits didn’t know what to think! Are we in trouble? Have we been outlawed? Has the great tribulation started? It was Bill stopping to say hi! It was one of his final shifts as a Beverly police officer!

Jefrey Haszatd