The obituary notice of Ronald Frederick (Ron) DEANE

Uncle Ronnie you were kind, wise, thoughtful and funny. Such a lovely soul and an inspiration. Thank you for everything you did for us, we will miss you always. With much love from
Ange & Dave Carroll xxx

So sadly missed our uncle ronnie will be greatly missed, will miss our little chats in your garden love Martin and Tracey xx

Every time I left my mum and dad, he would shake my hand and always say “take care son” and would wave until I was out of sight leaving his house.
I said my goodbyes to you at the hospital and I know you heard every word. Now we must say our goodbye and wave to you. I hope you are with your mother, brother and sisters and I hope to see your happy face again.

On behalf of us all, we are so lucky and proud to have you as a husband, father, father-in-law, grandfather and friend. Your legacy will live on in all of us and we will make sure your kindness and knowledge bring light to people we meet.

Goodbye dad, you are and will always be my hero and friend, I love you.

My Dad

The earliest memories I have of my dad are sitting on top of his broad shoulders carrying me through Liverpool City Centre. I now know how hard that is as I did the same for my children Mia and Roman, but my dad seemed to carry me all day.
Then one day in March 1980 I came down the stairs to see my mum upset and being comforted by Brian and Peggy. He thankfully survived at what at that time was the worst oil rig disaster, the Norwegian Alexander Kielland. It was even in the Guinness Book of records but not an achievement he would have wished for. There was 200 men onboard including my dad and 123 unfortunately lost their lives. Therefore, he was a hero to me from the start. He even went to every funeral in the UK and offered advice and comfort to those involved. He went to work and risked his life daily to provide for his family.
His generosity and kindness will stand out not only to me but everyone he met. From helping his kids, neighbours, friends and relatives with any jobs around the house. There was no job too big for him. He even built an extension in the old house that today I still have the scars for when I fell headfirst into the footings he had dug.

But the biggest achievement was not just the amazing work he did, but the love he gave the family. He loved his kids and grandkids and was proud of them all. His thoughtfulness stands out at my nan and grandads 50th wedding anniversary when he flew home from working in Holland with 50 Golden roses, small touches that he would carry on through my childhood and adulthood. Christmases we were spoilt as children, asking for something and getting even more. Even up until last year he would go out and personally buy “stocking fillers” for me Tracey and Paul. But they were always with thought, a torch because I travelled abroad, a wine stopper because Francesca I like wine.

For those who unfortunately could not be at the funeral yesterday due to these very difficult times I have posted my Eulogy below. Thank you from all of our family for the cards, flowers and kind thoughts my dad was truly loved and will be missed by many....

Dear Uncle Ronnie, When we were able to connect, you were one of the most gentle, caring, softly spoken & humorous of uncles. Sending virtual hugs to Tracey. Paul, Andrew and families from Karen (Johnson) Provost

Ronnie, my beloved Brother. Always been there for me and my family. Don't know what I'll do without you. I just want to put my arms around you.
My love and deepest sympathy to Margaret, Tracey, Andrew, Paul and their families.
You haven't left my thoughts.
Love, your Sister Freda, Joe and family.

Uncle Ronnie, heartbroken.
Beautiful man, both inside and out, you will be so missed.
Always so protective of my Mum
Love to Margaret, Tracey, Andrew and Paul.
Joanne x

Sadly missed and fondly remembered uncle, many happy times when we were growing up - Steve, Sue & Greg xxx