Ron was both a friend and work colleague. We both started our careers in Eastern Electricity in September 1966. We both moved on working at BPI and latterly at energypeople where we both retired in December 2016. Ron was a real gentlemen always willing to help others and its been a pleasure working with him over the years. He will be missed by family, friends and work colleagues. Mel Brown 22.03.19

Ron was a highly valued colleague and friend. We worked together in Eastern, BPI and energypeople. Ron was always on top of his job technically, always willing to help others, particularly younger people at the start of their careers and always modest about his vast knowledge and skills. He will be remembered with great affection by all who knew and worked with him. We are all grateful for our time with Ron. Bill Slegg

Ron was a kind and caring man, with a passion for electricity. He was one of my mentors when I was a graduate engineer and was always very supportive. He has certainly had a significant impact on my career.

On behalf of our Rayleigh Electricity REA Member I am deeply saddened to hear that Ron has passed away. I have known Ron from when I started work for Eastern Electricity at the Southend office, throughout that time Ron has been a very respected expert colleague, always very cheerful and enthusiastic. He has I am sure been an inspiration to everyone he has worked with. I know he will be missed by everyone who has had the privilege to know him. I apologise that I have not written to you earlier but I have been in Australia and unfortunately will not return before the funeral. My very best wishes to you and your family, Peter Chapman

I was only 14 months old when Ron was born, and I can't remember a time in my life when he wasn't around. He has left an enormous hole that will never be filled. He absolutely loved having his family and was totally devoted to them.

We have known Ron for many years, he was always smiling, kind, caring, positive and very helpful. Ron was very committed to training young people and more than willing to pass on his knowledge to them. We had many good times playing badminton on Monday evenings, always very competitive games. We send our sincere condolences to Margery and family. From Peter, Valerie and family

Our thoughts are with Margery and family at this sad time. We hope you will find comfort with the loving memories you share of the good times you had with Ron. Love Karen and Len xx

As someone once said, it matters not what someone is born, but what they grow to be. Indeed Ron was not just a good colleague but also a good man. He was humble, peaceful and kind. May he rest in peace.

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