Ronald Charles Kriston

Ron was born in Pottsville, PA on December 8, 1934 to the late Alexander and Marion (Wineland) Kriston.

Ron graduated from Pottsville Catholic H.S. in Pottsville, PA and then went on to join the Army, as he wanted to serve his country and travel. While in the military, he traveled to Germany, France, Austria, Belgium, and Denmark. After leaving the military, Ron joined the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), which became a 27-year career. During this time, Ron lived in England, Liberia, and Virginia; he traveled to France, Italy, and Switzerland. After retiring from the CIA, he worked for Quality System Incorporated (QSI) for 12 years until he fully retired.

After retiring, Ron continued to travel with his wife, as he had an enormous sense of adventure and loved to discover new things. He was a loving father and grandfather and enjoyed spending time with his family. He will always be remembered for his strong sense of humor and his quick wit.

Surviving are his wife of 60 years, the former Eleanor T. Caruso; three children, Ronald Kriston Jr., and his wife, Christine, Edward Kriston and his wife, Sarina, Kathleen Shepard and her husband, Robb; 6 grandchildren, Zachary, Xander, Gabrielle, Madeline, Ashley, and Sarah, great grandchildren; a sister, Joan Marie Grapsy; nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held on March 25, 2020 at Woodstock Funeral Home in Woodstock, GA. Burial will be at the Georgia National Cemetery in Canton, GA.