Ronald Lee Burdoo

Born March 25, 1947 in Washington, D.C., he was a son of Joe and Gertrude Burdoo. Ron attended the University of Maryland, where he was a member of the Delta Tau Delta Fraternity. In 1968 he enlisted in the U.S. Navy, where he served as a radarman on the U.S.S. Independence for 4 years. It was during this time that Linda Pfaff met the love of her life, and they were inseparable from that point forward.

They were married in November of 1974. They spent the early years of their marriage skiing and building a strong foundation for their family. They lived and raised their family in Silver Spring, MD. As a family they enjoyed their summers boating on the Chesapeake Bay. They were members of the Chesapeake Yacht Club in Shady Side, MD. Ron was known as an incredible captain and earned the moniker “Captain Ron” for his skill at the helm. Ron loved fishing trips with friends and competing in the Rockfish Tournament on the Bay. He loved playing blackjack, poker, LRC and shooting craps, along with Connect 4 tournaments. He loved inviting friends over for porch wine. Ron’s love of music was evident every time family and friends were gathered. Well-known in Maryland as the proprietor of Town Hall Tavern in College Park, MD. He was proud of the legacy his parents began.

He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Linda Burdoo; his children, Gregory Burdoo, Kelly Burdoo, and David Burdoo; his granddaughter, Nora Burdoo; his grandson, Joseph Burdoo; his brother, Michael Burdoo (Beatrice Goldsmith); his sister, Lori-Ellen Craig (John Craig); and many loving nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his sister, Stephanie Marcus.

A visitation will be held on Monday, July 7, 2025, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm at Peacock - Newnam and White Funeral Home.

A Funeral Service will be conducted at 11:00 am on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, at Peacock - Newnam & White Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be at Cape Fear Memorial Park following the service.

Memorial contributions may be made to American Legion Post 543 at St. James, NC American Legion Post 543, Inc., Unit B – 4136 Southport-Supply Road SE, St. James, NC 28461.

Online condolences may be made at www.peacocknewnamwhite.com

Peacock-Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service, Southport, North Carolina.