Ron W. Runyen's Obituary
Ron Runyen passed away at his home in Scappoose November 9, 2012. He was 74 years old.
Ronald Wayne Runyen was born October 22, 1938 in Portland the only child of William W. and Mary E. Dickie Runyen. He graduated from Benson Tech, class of 1956 and a few years later he was introduced to a young lady who worked at the local bowling alley and on June 1st of 1960 he wed Judith Marie Beck.
Ron was a skilled technician with tools and first worked at Tektronix then served as a Maintenance Mechanic for over 30 years with Boeing, retiring in 1997.
He and his wife moved to Scappoose in 1988 and a short time later both daughters followed.
Ron loved his family and his many grandchildren brought him great joy. One of his family treasures was to make doll houses for his granddaughters. Besides woodworking he enjoyed leather work and the outdoors. His favorite canine companion DeeDee was by his side at all times until he passed.
Ron spent many summers as camp host at Smiling River on the Metolious where his grandkids enjoyed camping with him.
Ron is survived by his wife of 52 years, daughters; Rhonda Johnston and Cindy Kurt Kent, 5 granddaughters and 2 grandsons, 4 great granddaughters and 2 great grandsons.
A gathering at the family residence will be held to celebrate Ron's life.
On-line condolences can be made to the family at www.columbiafh.com
Contributions may be made to Legacy Hospice,
815 Northeast Davis Street, Portland, OR 97232
Columbia Funeral Home in charge of arrangements
503-397-1154.
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