Message from Brayton Willis

SSgt Ron was a great Marine. He had a great sense of humor. I was a Corporal when I worked for Ron at Landing Force Training Unit 9, Little Creek, VA 1964 - 1966. Occasionally, Ron would hoist a case of PBR on my shoulder and we would head out to town to raise a little hell. My job was to make sure that we didn't get locked up. We never did. However, we did raise hell.

I was sad to discover that he had passed. While we didn't keep in touch after I got discharged, I often thought of him and the great times we had.

Ronald Reagan once said, “Some people spend an entire lifetime wondering if they made a difference in the world. But, the Marines don't have that problem.”

God rest your soul Ron Pelkey - you made a difference.

A candle was lit by Brayton Willis. on February 13, 2018 9:29 PM

Message from CAROL PHILLIPS

I knew Ron for many years. He and Betty would always say hello and had those big smiles, wherever I would see them (Bath McDonald's was one special place). He was always so upbeat and never had a harsh word for anyone. He was very proud of his military service and our country was fortunate to have had his service. I am sure he and Betty are together, again, as they should be. He was a dear man and I will always remember our chats at the office, too. Rest in peace dear friend. God will take good care of you.

Message from Dennis J O'Leary

I served with Gunny on occasions, with the PRU's of the Phoenix Program, rooting out the Infrastructure of the enemy in Nam. A great Man he will always be in my mind. Always will remember him,S/F ,Gunny. Say hi to the guys up there..

A candle was lit by Dennis O'Leary,Phoenix Program RVN 67-69 on March 28, 2017 4:17 PM

A candle was lit by Bob Sole on March 19, 2017 5:20 PM

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Gunny was a great friend and an integral part of our golfing group. He readily volunteered to help with the Golf Tournament memorializing Dave Child a couple years ago. We'll miss him but will have him with us forever on the course and off. Rest in peace good friend.

Message from Mike & Nancy

We met Gunny @ Cooks Corner McD's-and saw him most mornings for breakfast; enjoyed the morning "banter" & all things military. RIP, Gunny...we'll miss you for breakfast.

Message from Bob

I knew Ron and Betty from St. Mary's Church in Bath, and a small group they were in, and got to know Ron better as a member of the Knights. He was a good man, through and through. My condolences to his family

Message from Marty P.

Funny always made me laugh when I saw him at Mere Creek or Bath Golf Club. I enjoyed his jokes and stories in the clubhouse and on the course.I will miss him. RIP Gunny.

Message from Leon W. Oliver

Ron, I only knew you for a few years,but that time was so special. I'm am so honored to have known you.Boy I'm going to miss you coming to the club to give me the needle,the few times we played golf and you kicked my butt,was giving you way to many shots.RIP my dear friend I will not forget you.My heart is sadden today.

Message from Bath maine

You are flying high with the Angels Ron and with Betty no more Pain I had the pleasure of meeting you and Betty at McDonald's in 2003 we had a great time together. Give Betty and Clint my love❤

Message from Jeff Chapman

I always enjoyed talking to the Gunny at the golf course every summer, I will miss him. He was a very proud Marine through and through!

A candle was lit by DAVID TRASK on March 16, 2017 1:48 PM

Message from Barbara

Ron, my dear, dear friend I will miss you forever...............

A candle was lit by Barbara on March 16, 2017 6:22 AM

Message from Leo Hill

We love you Uncle Ron! Leo and Family