Ronnie brought joy to those who knew him for 85 wonderful years. He will be missed by his loving wife of 59 years, Clara, his daughter Adelita and husband Dave, his son Tom and wife Johanna, and the two grandchildren he adored, Alex and Amelia. He was preceded in death by his son Ronnie.
Ronnie was the youngest of eight children. He is survived by his sister Ramona and twin brother, wombmate, and forever wingman Donnie.
Ronnie was a lifelong Arizonan, born in Mesa on April 1, 1940. He was a proud member of the first graduating class at successfully navigate all four grades at Seton High School.
Ronnie had a passion for the grocery business, where he worked for more than 50 years as part of the Basha family. Though his greatest passions were his love for family, friends, helping others, golf, and being a mariachi groupy with Clara.
He was a member of the National Guard, Rotary Club, Elks Club, Par Gents, and PAGA.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to St. Vincent de Paul or the Kino Initiative.
Services for Ronnie will be held on Tuesday, May 6 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Chandler: 230 W Galveston St. Chandler, Arizona 85225 beginning with the Rosary at 10:30 and Mass at 11:00 am.
