text: i met ron in the late 90's on a personal level and he would have been proud of this well written and concise memoriam. i've never met anyone as humble and dedicated. his drive to succeed and help others was incredible. he had a grand wine collection and introduced me to chateau lafite rothchild vintage. he loved his frank sinitra music and had a beautiful home on angle lake. i lost touch with him and recently read an article naming alaska airlines the best u.s. carrier. i thought of him and my search led to this article. i'm saddened, but grateful for his guidance, widsom and knowledge. thank you for honoring him. -donn p.