It is with great sadness our family would like to announce the passing of Ronald Joseph Arsenault Jr., of North Reading, MA on Thursday April 11, 2024. Ron lost his courageous battle with cancer at the age of 67. He was born on November 17, 1956, to Ronald & Rita Arsenault. Ron served as an Avionics Technician in the U.S. Air Force for 20 years and then continued his service as a Civilian Program Manager until his passing. Ron’s dedication and passion for supporting his fellow servicemembers earned him recognition and awards in his field. Ron was a one-of-a-kind man, who touched many lives throughout his lifetime.
Ron is predeceased by his parents, his sisters Elaine Goodsell and Joan Parker, and his brother Michael Arsenault. Left to mourn his loss are the love of his life and best friend S.S. Louise, his sister Susan Davis and her husband Larry of Chiefland, FL, his sister Kelly Malecki and her husband Joe of Windsor Locks, CT, several aunts & uncles, numerous cousins, nieces and nephews, and countless friends and colleagues.
Family and friends are cordially invited to visiting hours at Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading, MA on Friday, May 17th, 2024, from 10:30 am to 1:00 pm. Immediately following will be a service to celebrate Ron.
In lieu of flowers, please consider sending donations to Tunnel to Towers Foundation, supporting veterans and first responders online at www.T2T.org.
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So sorry for your loss. May he Rest in Peace❤️
Sending Love & Sympathy to the family. Kenny & Barbara MacKenzie
Kelly and family, sorry for your loss.
One of the projects Ron and I worked on was affectionately called the `Magic Bus´, I most remember this in the research and development stages hashing out ideas and concepts based on historical research data and using technological innovation to create something that was truly spectacular. He loved this part of the job and was passionate about getting things fielded expeditiously. He was a true team player who loved life! I will miss the phone calls, the hilarious stories of `adventures´, and the collaboration!
…. And now you rest my friend,
Gloria
Three of us took the “Magic Bus” from a conference in Washington DC, another in Vegas and finally demonstrations at Edwards Air Force Base. Although I had the option of giving a speech on the bus in Prague, I chose instead to ride with Ron and Peter cross country. Although I’ve never been to Europe in my life, I’m happy I made the choice to travel on this trip with Ron. I made memories I will always remember. He always made me laugh and inspired our little research team.