I just became aware of Ron’s death and wanted to reach out to his family to express my condolences. Ron was a banking customer of mine when he ran the Marquis Lounge. Through the years we would reconnect at different banks and he was always the same charismatic upbeat person who loved to talk & laugh. He always talked about his family & I felt I knew you his children even though we never met. My deepest sympathy to all of you
My poppy watched me take my first steps, was there when I caught my first fish, and was the first person to get me to eat vegetables at the table without complaining. In fact, he was there for most of my firsts growing up and he was always there for every monumental moment in my life. He always made me feel like I was the most important person in the room, he really truly cared, and I think a lot of you could attest to that. He was a courageous, heartfelt man who taught me the importance of determination and unconditional love. When I close my eyes I will always remember him as the high-styling rock & roller with an infectious smile and limitless generosity. I will always remember my poppy everytime I reel in a fish, hit a blackjack, see an old sports car, or watch the sunset on the beach. I am extremely lucky to have had someone that makes saying goodbye so hard. But this goodbye is not forever, as he will be there with me in those small moments for the rest of my life.
Although no words can attest to the love I had for my father, there’s this song, “Time in a Bottle,” and I wish I could put time in a bottle because then I would go back in time and see my father one last time.
To say I loved him would be an understatement. But to say I am going to miss him would e an even greater one.
I cannot begin to imagine not hearing his voice on the phone or having him by my side during family celebrations.
Dads are someone to look up to, someone to follow, and to admire, and mine more than fulfilled his shoes.
Everyone who knew him said he was a cool guy, and he was, and he was also fierce and kind and filled with life.
I may not have been the perfect daughter, but his love was unconditional, and if I had that bottle, I’d tell him how much he means to me. I’d tell him he is my beckon in a storm, and I will always look for his guiding light because for me it will always shine.
This week has been the hardest in my entire life. My life and the world won’t be the same without you. I’m grateful for the time we spent together and I’ll always treasure the memories I have of you. The summers we spent at your house on the lake, going tubing and fishing with you, sitting eating sauce and talking about football, and so many more. You were always and always will be a big part of my life, I’m going to think of you every day. One of the things Ill miss the most about you is how you always encouraged us to be ourself. I’ll never forget how you told me to do what makes me happy just like you did. The hardest part is knowing that I’ll never be able to call you, talk to you, and tell you how much I love you. I’d give anything to be able to do that one more time. But I know that you’re in a better place now, somewhere you can fish, be at the beach, play cards, and talk with people to your hearts content. You’ll always be a part of me and I’ll keep you alive in my mind and my heart. You’re one a kind, there will never be anyone like you again. You’ll always be first class in my book, i love and i miss you.
My poppy, Ronald Markese, was so special to everyone in our family, and we can all agree he was truly one in a million. He had the biggest heart, sweetest personality, funniest jokes, best style, and most importantly he loved me for who I was, encouraging me to be myself and do what I want in life.
To me, he was much more than just a grandparent. He was my best friend. My biggest supporter. My person. He went beyond the limits and expectations anyone could ever dream of when having a grandparent. Ever since I was little, we formed a rare, indescribable bond and relationship, something I know I will never take for granted and never forget.
I am going to miss our daily calls and hearing your voice, especially your laugh or our nicknames. I am going to miss “Gossip Girl” popping up and I am going to miss saying goodbye to you obnoxiously over the phone. I am going to miss being in your company and the warmth of your hugs. I am going to miss being able to tell you how much I love you and that you’re the most important person to me. I hope you know that I will never go a day without thinking about you. Or go a day without missing you. Or wishing I could go back in time and tell you how much I love you and how my life wouldn’t be the same without you. And the hole in my heart that has been made by your passing. How I want more time with you, and I want you here with me. You always told me that you have my back, and I got your back forever and I know you’ll still always have mine. I truly cannot wait to be with you again, partner.
I just became aware of Ron’s death and wanted to reach out to his family to express my condolences. Ron was a banking customer of mine when he ran the Marquis Lounge. Through the years we would reconnect at different banks and he was always the same charismatic upbeat person who loved to talk & laugh. He always talked about his family & I felt I knew you his children even though we never met. My deepest sympathy to all of you
My poppy watched me take my first steps, was there when I caught my first fish, and was the first person to get me to eat vegetables at the table without complaining. In fact, he was there for most of my firsts growing up and he was always there for every monumental moment in my life. He always made me feel like I was the most important person in the room, he really truly cared, and I think a lot of you could attest to that. He was a courageous, heartfelt man who taught me the importance of determination and unconditional love. When I close my eyes I will always remember him as the high-styling rock & roller with an infectious smile and limitless generosity. I will always remember my poppy everytime I reel in a fish, hit a blackjack, see an old sports car, or watch the sunset on the beach. I am extremely lucky to have had someone that makes saying goodbye so hard. But this goodbye is not forever, as he will be there with me in those small moments for the rest of my life.
Although no words can attest to the love I had for my father, there’s this song, “Time in a Bottle,” and I wish I could put time in a bottle because then I would go back in time and see my father one last time.
To say I loved him would be an understatement. But to say I am going to miss him would e an even greater one.
I cannot begin to imagine not hearing his voice on the phone or having him by my side during family celebrations.
Dads are someone to look up to, someone to follow, and to admire, and mine more than fulfilled his shoes.
Everyone who knew him said he was a cool guy, and he was, and he was also fierce and kind and filled with life.
I may not have been the perfect daughter, but his love was unconditional, and if I had that bottle, I’d tell him how much he means to me. I’d tell him he is my beckon in a storm, and I will always look for his guiding light because for me it will always shine.
Sail on now, Daddy.
I will always love you and always.
Your daughter, Kim.
This week has been the hardest in my entire life. My life and the world won’t be the same without you. I’m grateful for the time we spent together and I’ll always treasure the memories I have of you. The summers we spent at your house on the lake, going tubing and fishing with you, sitting eating sauce and talking about football, and so many more. You were always and always will be a big part of my life, I’m going to think of you every day. One of the things Ill miss the most about you is how you always encouraged us to be ourself. I’ll never forget how you told me to do what makes me happy just like you did. The hardest part is knowing that I’ll never be able to call you, talk to you, and tell you how much I love you. I’d give anything to be able to do that one more time. But I know that you’re in a better place now, somewhere you can fish, be at the beach, play cards, and talk with people to your hearts content. You’ll always be a part of me and I’ll keep you alive in my mind and my heart. You’re one a kind, there will never be anyone like you again. You’ll always be first class in my book, i love and i miss you.
My poppy, Ronald Markese, was so special to everyone in our family, and we can all agree he was truly one in a million. He had the biggest heart, sweetest personality, funniest jokes, best style, and most importantly he loved me for who I was, encouraging me to be myself and do what I want in life.
To me, he was much more than just a grandparent. He was my best friend. My biggest supporter. My person. He went beyond the limits and expectations anyone could ever dream of when having a grandparent. Ever since I was little, we formed a rare, indescribable bond and relationship, something I know I will never take for granted and never forget.
I am going to miss our daily calls and hearing your voice, especially your laugh or our nicknames. I am going to miss “Gossip Girl” popping up and I am going to miss saying goodbye to you obnoxiously over the phone. I am going to miss being in your company and the warmth of your hugs. I am going to miss being able to tell you how much I love you and that you’re the most important person to me. I hope you know that I will never go a day without thinking about you. Or go a day without missing you. Or wishing I could go back in time and tell you how much I love you and how my life wouldn’t be the same without you. And the hole in my heart that has been made by your passing. How I want more time with you, and I want you here with me. You always told me that you have my back, and I got your back forever and I know you’ll still always have mine. I truly cannot wait to be with you again, partner.
Love your granddaughter, Lexi.
With deepest sympathy – Love, Marie & Family
Thoughts are with you and your family. You were always character #1 – Love always, Traci, Lexi, Jake
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family during this difficult time – Griffin’s Pink Panthers RADD Soccer Family
“Poppy”
“Dad”
The stories him and Lou used to tell! Did his hair for years, loved that guy to death!