Although, over the years, we only met up on the odd occasion I felt that I was always close to Ron, and Rita. We exchanged letters and when his Sister, Vera, passed away, my Step Mother, we still kept in touch. Ron was an amazing gentleman, always thoughtful, interesting and kind.
I know that he will be sadly missed and always in my thoughts.
Ron's niece and nephew in Australia, June and Roger also send their love and thoughts on this sad day.
With Love Always
Sally xxx

Always in our thoughts
Sally, June and Roger

During our time growing up Ron, and Rita were always kind, thoughtful and loving Uncle and Aunt.
After his Sister, Vera, my Step Mother, passed away we always kept in touch and I always looked forward to cards and letters. In later years having the pleasure of celebrating his Wedding anniversary, lunches and family get together.
Ron will be sadly missed and will always be in my thoughts. He was always kind, thoughtful, and loving. There are many words that are left unsaid but always in my heart.
With Love
Sally

In memory of a lovely man: accomplished and a gentleman. RIP

I had the greatest of times with wonderful Ron.
He brought a lot of light and laughter into my life.
I can hear him now, singing some of the old songs I played for him. He would recite verse for me and amaze me with his memories of childhood. It was an honour and a privilege to work for him. Days I miss all the time. Rest in peace dear Ron.

I have nothing but fond memories of visiting Uncle Ron and Aunty Rita (even the navigation of the unpaved road down to Tankards Dene). The times spent playing board games (learning Chinese Checkers), eating excellent food and being schooled in sketching as a youngster

Whilst at university in London, theirs was a place of refuge from noisy halls, student food and (never forgotten) a night in a flat that had just been burgled – when Ron made the decision that I was staying with them that night.

Hospitality was always in large amounts (seconds or thirds needed to be refused several times before it took) and the only cause of upset was when you had to leave earlier than expected.

Thank you Ron. God bless you.

I had the privilege spending time with Ron & Rita caring for them both. Have some fond memories
Spending time with Ron in his beloved garden. RIP Ron

I echo my brothers message about the genuine welcome, good food and company. I remember the trips as a child, visiting Aunty Rita and Uncle Ron as they holidayed in a barge and the many beautiful visits that I have had when visiting from New Zealand - one visit I arrived without my Driving Licence and could not hire a car. I travelled in a taxi with our young son and Uncle Ron paid the taxi bill (I did of course pay him back). Uncle Ron will remain in my heart (as does his wife Aunty Rita) and they together contributed to the rich tapestry of my own life - aroha (love in Te Reo). x
Photo of my parents with Rita and Ron and Sue and Adrian

My family and I would like to send our condolences to Uncle Rons Family. Bit to far to travel for us for his funeral but our thoughts will be with you all.

In a similar way to my brothers memories, I have many happy memories of Tankards Dene (although equally disliked bumpy road to get there). Since moving to NZ I have been hosted many times by Aunty Rita and Uncle Ron and it was not just because of their closeness to Heathrow Airport but because of their welcome. I will never forget sitting in their conservatory at Spinners talking with my cousins and second cousins. Uncle Ron was always a calming influence on the robust discussions that I enjoyed with Aunty Rita and he of course had a fierce intellect, fabulous sense of humour and comforting presence. Aroha (Te Reo for love) xx
The photo below includes my Mum and Dad, Sue and Adrian.

For my very dear Uncle Ron. My mother’s much loved brother.

Brought up a household of sisters, all Evens to the core - forthright, driven, honest, inquisitive, talented, caring and happy - and perhaps a little stubborn - he ploughed his own furrow in life and in art. Traits of Evens’s before and since!!

When I lost my dad (at 12) I will always remember the love & support he & Rita gave to my mum & myself, in a very uncertain time. For me this is distilled in to now cherished memories of many holidays at their house, Tankards Dene. I was allowed to explore the hills and fields at will, having many adventures and instilling a love of the countryside.

During these years he was a strong father figure to me, for which I will be eternally grateful (and just hope he knew, as I can sadly no longer tell him).

I will recall him as always cheerful, positive & caring. A stalwart to the end, as were all his sisters. But also, that he was always up for night time adventures, Badger watching!!

With all our love

Matthew, Jane and his great nephew George xxx

Reading Ron's Obituary this morning has brought back lots of memories for me. First ones being the lovely short holidays I stayed with Rita and Ron when I was quite a youngster myself. (Rita was my Cousin) Susan and Mark were maybe 6-7 years old. We had lovely walks in the evenings, following of course a lovely home cooked supper.
I have 2 paintings signed by Ron. One of the river Teme in Tenbury Wells and another of "The Steps, Orleton my parents family home. Both of these were originally painted for my mother, Ruth Meeks. Ron was certainly an Accomplished artist, and truly loved his garden and birds.
It has been warming to know he kept his intellect and generosity of spirit to the end of his days.
Thinking of you all today, with fond memories of such a lovely man. Calm, gentle and so caring
Love from Liz x

Ron truely was a wonderful man. Always so jolly and always had a smile on his face when he saw me. It gave me so much pleasure looking after Ron's beloved garden something he and Rita had worked so hard on. RIP Ron xx