Johnna, I am not sure if you remember me, but I want to express my deepest sympathies.

I met Ron in 1974 at Burns & McDonnell when it was located on 63rd St.
I was a kid right out of High School (I was only 18 so Ron was about 25 at the time.) I was a new drafter sitting a couple of desks away if not right behind Ron. I grew to know and respect Ron and maybe I was okay by him for we use to play tennis after work with a couple of other co-workers.  R

I was engaged to the mother of my kid's and Ron showed up at my so called "bachelor party".  I believe this happened on the day I was getting married.    Bernie Gallagher became head detailer.   i know Ron and Bernie hunted together, and I knew Bernie's sister Sharon from church.

One story, I remember.  Ron was Polish and  during that era there were lots of ethnic jokes.  Ron wanted to hear all the jokes, so I told him dozens.   Out of the Blue Ron brings me a coke which I suspected to be sabotaged and asked Ron "Okay, what did you do to it?"  "Nothing, I just thought I would bring you a drink".  I fell for it and took a drink.  Almost ALL SALT.  We laughed and joked about it.  

About 20 years ago, I was driving down a Parkway (close to Ron's) so I wanted to stop by and see if he still remembered me.  I made up a  name of whom I was looking for and Ron said "I've lived in this house since it was built"  I knew Ron built the home.  I finally fessed up and told him who I was.  Ron still remembered me.  He said "I remember when you were 160 soak n wet".  

Although I took another road in life, I will always have fond memories of Ron. 


Johnna and family
So sorry to hear about Ron. I just heard a day ago. Words are so hard at a time like this. I am still trying to understand "why" with Steve's passing. 

Please feel free to contact me when and if you want. We all go back a long way.

Love to you all
Diane

I just saw the notice of Ron's death.  He was one of the stalwarts at Pritchard. Everyone had great respect for his work and leadership. All our clients were blessed with his work ethic and uplifting spirit.

Our deepest sympathy.
Don and Bev Dixon

Working with Ron was working with someone who was professional, fair, capable and someone who enhanced everyone that he encountered.  

Condolences to the Ziolo family.

Rest in Peace Ron.

Worked with Ron Sr. from 1992 until he retired from Black & Veatch, then worked with Ron Jr.  recently from around 2014 to 2016.  Wished to pass on my condolences to Ron Jr. and his family.  Sorry this is so delayed, just found out about Ron Sr. passing this morning and was surprised since I did not know he had health complications with cancer.  

Ron Sr. was excellent to work with and consistently performed above and beyond expectations in completing whatever was required.   He pushed others to achieve higher goal levels and typically did it with a bit of teasing and back and forth jesting but always with an honest objective and accurate evaluation of the situation.  Rest in peace Ron, you certainly inspired me over the years during our work interactions.


To the entire Ziolo Family,

Please accept our sincere condolences on Ron's passing. As you already know, Ron was a UNIQUE individual and he will be sorely missed. 

I recall Ron refusing to attend certain functions because Johnna was not invited. His attitude was such that if his wife wasn't invited, he was not attending. I truly believe that Johnna was the only person that could really control Ron.

If we can assist you in any way, please do not hesitate to let us know.

Sincerely,
Sue and Frank Pacinelli

Sympathy and Prayers to the Ziolo family.

Johnna and Family,

I heard of Ron's death via a friend.  I don't know if you will remember me, but we used to bowl together on a league.   My prayers are with you and your family.  I lost my husband of cancer 4 years ago and I so know what you are going through....take care and again, my prayers are with you and your family.

Johnna, I used my maiden name just in case you would not remember who I am.

Donna Olson


Ron will always be remembered as part of the "Old Pritchard Group".   We spent many trips traveling  together to various plants and construction sites across the US over many years.   With Ron on a trip, there was never a dull moment.    Ron's favorite phrase when I tried to find if he had missed anything in an estimate, he would just say "Prego", it is all covered.       
Just thinking about some of the times with Ron, just makes me smile.   
Ron will be missed.
With Sympathy
Dale and Barbara Williams

Growing up those early years were memorable. The one I will remember and there were several  was we both made allstars and our brother Chester was bat boy. All three together in the same game and we won playing at Klamm Park. 

One of my coworkers that I highly respected. 

I remember that early in my career at Pritchard he complimented me on a work flow change I was implementing and I knew then that I would succeed there.

When we traded golf stories occasionally, he would finish my tale with "did you make the putt?" Most times, my answer was "no"

RIP, Ron

Dear Family of Cousin Ron,
I am sending my deepest condolences at the passing of Ron. May the happy times and memories sustain you during this period.

Blessings,
Sue Skwarlo Darby

Johnna, Ronald, Jennifer, Jonathan and Families

Vern and I were so sorry to hear about the passing of Ron.  We have so many memories of playing volleyball, softball, bowling and just plain enjoying life with Ron.  He loved all of you so much and I know all of you will miss him so much, but you will always have the memories of him and that will last a lifetime.  God bless you all!

There are so many wonderful memories of time spent with Ron that it is difficult to call out just one. Traveling to project sites in other counties, to taking in Phantom of the Opera in Chicago, to attending all three of his children’s weddings. We played golf, we fished, we told stories and made a few toasts along the way. He was my mentor and advisor in so many different things. Narrowing it down to one specific memory is impossible but I will say this, Farewell my friend for now, we will meet up again. Although you may not be here physically you will always be in my heart and on my mind! Thank you for being who you were and helping me to be a better who I am!! God Bless!!!

I have many fond memories of working with Ron during my career. He was a great mentor and influence in my work life. My heartfelt condolences to his family.

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Ronald Eugene Ziolo, Sr.

31 mars 1949 – 24 mai 2020

Chapel Hill Funeral Home and Memorial Gardens

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