Ron Myers
Born March 5, 1957 in Pawnee, OklahomaPassed November 3, 2024 in Melbourne, Florida
Ron Myers, my dad, gramps, your brother, and friend or extended family was grandma and grandpa’s last son of six total born in small town, Oklahoma.
Hard work and kindness define him. As he became older and wiser, he influenced his surroundings with a strong sense of ethics, tolerance, and conscientiousness. He set a great example of the “Oklahoma Standard” as he fed the homeless, instructed on how Jesus actually lived, and about a thousand other life 101 lessons that can be carried forth in his absence.
His resume is a long list of hospitality management positions, culminating in being his own boss as a vehicle customizer for 25 years. It funded my mom’s cat addiction and countless Jimmy Buffett concerts, SEMA trips to Las Vegas, and summers at the beach.
He had many hobbies and interests: my mom, me, his family, extremely devoted friends, TBI, the Beatles, ELO, a streak of bluegrass, big band, blues and jazz, stained glass, comedy shows, Star trek/wars, genealogy, travel, Bar Rescue, Boom Beach game, Pokémon Go, conquering dyslexia and reading hundreds of books, his ’66 Ford Galaxy, his Harley Davidson, fine cuisine, and the entire political process from volunteering at local groups to voting for national leaders.
From Emma: He was a fantastic gramps and person. He loved people for them and not for their ideologies or features but for them being themselves. Above all, he was a joy to be around, his humor, his compassion and his smile. He said everything with love and always gave a smile to those he interacted with. Not only do I love him but I am proud of him and his accomplishments. I am blessed to be his granddaughter.
From Joe: Ron was a great man and an even better grandpa. I remember spending so much time with him throughout my life, when he would check me out from elementary school to watch Star Wars and eat Sonic, or when we would drive around and talk about all sorts of things. His love for his family and friends was more than admirable, he shined as an inspiration for how one should be around their loved ones. Ron always had a smile on his face, even in the darkest of times he brought light. I’m truly lucky to have been his grandson.
From Brian: Ron Myers is off on his next great adventure with the love of his life, Shari Myers. I take comfort that he is no longer experiencing pain. Ron was a friend to so many people. His smile was infectious and he found humor and positivity in the mundane of everyday life. He saw the best in everyone he met. As my father-in-law, he adopted me fully into the family and taught me everything he thought his son should know. I will miss our deep discussions about philosophy, religion, life, and sci fi movies/TV. I am a better person for having shared my time with such an amazing man.
May the sun always shine warm upon your face, Captain.
