Ronald Lee Van Gundy

A candle was lit by Judy ( Thompson ) Maguire on July 18, 2017 8:38 PM

A candle was lit by Bill and Annikki Timmermans on July 17, 2017 12:50 PM

Message from Pastor Pat Beeman

Kristi and the rest of your family -
Hope that you know you are in the thoughts and prayers of your United Methodist Church family. May the good memories of your Dad bring you comfort and peace. May God surround you with tender care and turn your sorrow into quiet joy.

A candle was lit by Pastor Pat Beeman on July 15, 2017 5:44 PM

Message from Rick Dieker

My sincerest condolences to the family for the passing of Ron. I know he loved and cared for all of you very much. I have known and worked with Ron for over 35 years serving with him on many boards, groups and forums dealing with complex water issues. Ron was a mentor of mine in many ways and taught me a great deal. He was a constant resource of knowledge and experience that will not be replaced. He had a great sense of humor and loved to give me a hard time. I enjoyed time spent with him over the years especially on the golf course where his will to play despite physical limits always amazed me. This will and tenacity was evident in other part of his life as well. Thank you for allowing me to visit with him in the hospital. Ron was a good friend and I will miss him. His passing and the passing of Jim Trull not that long ago have both impacted me in a very personal way. This leaves me as the longest tenured manager in the Yakima Basin. With the grace of God I hope to carry on even a small portion of their legacy and what they represented. May God Bless and keep you.
Rick Dieker

Message from Darena Homer Ah Quin

I remember him taking Russ and I on our first date in the station wagon. I'm sure he will be missed what a remarkable man. My thoughts and prayers to his family. Love you kids!!

A candle was lit by Dale and Teresa Carpenter on July 13, 2017 4:50 PM

A candle was lit by Tom & Tommye Ellison on July 12, 2017 8:14 PM

Message from Tammy Stanton Tucker

Rhonda and VanGundy Family,

I am so very sorry for your loss. I hope you find comfort in each other during this very difficult time.

Tammy Stanton Tucker

A candle was lit by Tammy Stanton Tucker on July 12, 2017 3:22 PM

A candle was lit by Sharon Van Gundy on July 12, 2017 1:20 PM

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To my children:
I am proud that your Dad and I, after 30+ years of marriage, were able to continue as loving supporting parents to the three of you and to show our grandchildren that we could all unite for the special holidays, birthdays, and graduations. I am sorry we weren't able to make it to Arizona for the celebration of Christmas. I am glad I was able to say good bye to him before he journeyed on, he will always remain in your hearts and in mine. Love Mom

A candle was lit by Sharon Van Gundy on July 12, 2017 1:05 PM

Message from Krysti febus

Dad, I miss you so much. There are not words to describe the emptiness that I feel now that your gone.
You were the most amazing father a girl could ask for. You were kind, gentle, generous and oh so patient. You were firm but fair and the life lessons that I've learned from you, I will carry with me always. I will forever cherish the time we've spent together especially our time in Arizona...I knew then what a gift from God that truly was. Long talks on the back patio with coffee in hand. Walks around the beautiful lakes just taking in the Arizona sun and quiet nights again on the patio to sum up the day. Some of the best memories I have as an adult. You have touched so many lives with words of kindness, wisdom and ,most importantly , love. I didn't think it possible to be any prouder of my father but the amount of love and respect that keeps pouring in over this last week leaves us speechless ...your legacy lives on and on in all the many lives you have touched and I am eternally grateful and proud to say that I am Ron Van Gundy's daughter.❤️❤️❤️ I love you dad.

Message from Rhonda (Van Gundy) Crane

Dad, I never wanted this day to come! I am so thankful I spent that week in the hospital by your side holding your hand! I will be forever thankful for that Gift God gave to me. You were an amazing dad and left us kids with so many wonderful memories. We sat on the porch last night reminiscing about our childhood had some great laughs and some tears! I am so proud of all your accomplishments work and family! Thank you for being the best dad a girl can ask for. You will always have a piece of my heart. We will make you proud! I LOVE YOU FOREVER AND ALWAYS, DAD 💗
Love Rho

A candle was lit by Tom and Diann Monroe on July 11, 2017 7:54 AM

A candle was lit by Jody Williams on July 10, 2017 10:00 PM

Message from Sid Ottem

To family and friends of Ron: I am very sorry for the loss of Ron. I had the opportunity to work with him for 25 years. He was a terrific person that was adept at solving problems. I highly respected his knowledge and ability. I enjoyed just hanging out with him. I know this is an incalculable loss for you - please know that it is a loss that will be felt by the entire Valley. My deepest sympathies for you all!

Message from Rhonda, Russ and Krys

Thank you so much for your kind words! Warms our heart to hear this about our dad. We will miss him so much.

A candle was lit by sorry for your loss. of you dad and grandpa jasmine Moran on July 10, 2017 3:11 PM

Expression of Sympathy

A GARDEN PATH was ordered on July 10, 2017

Message from Glenda Hemmers

So sorry for the loss of Ron. He was an amazing man.

A candle was lit by Blaine and Marilyn Mears on July 8, 2017 3:26 PM

A candle was lit by Mitch and Sandi Johnston on July 8, 2017 12:00 PM

A candle was lit by Jim and Coline on July 7, 2017 8:07 PM

Message from coline and jim morrow

We send our sympathy to all of Ron's family. He has been our friend forever. Our hearts ache for you. Love and prayers

Message from Rhonda

Thank you so much!!!

A candle was lit by Beverly Thomas on July 7, 2017 7:43 PM

A candle was lit by Mike and Janet Aguirre on July 7, 2017 6:57 PM

A candle was lit by Dennis & Jane Dorsey, West Richland on July 7, 2017 6:37 PM

Message from Mark & Yvonne Frailey

Deepest sympathies to the family! Ron will be greatly missed. May you all have vivid memories that last a lifetime of the man whose laughter, quick wit, and advice was always given with his love of family and friends. God bless you during this time of loss!

Message from Rhonda

Thank you, Aunti Jo and Mark

A candle was lit by Mark & Yvonne Frailey on July 7, 2017 6:18 PM