Ronald L. Stickney, 78, longtime resident of Hudson, NH, passed away peacefully on November 16, 2021 at Fairview Senior Living Center in Hudson. Born in Nashua, on April 26, 1943, where he was raised and educated, he was the son to the late Elmer and Anna M. Stickney. Ronald worked for many years as a building maintenance supervisor for Tichnor Properties.
Ronald was a very humble man who was honored to have many different titles in his life; father, brother, husband and Airman. Like so many of his generation, he served in the US Airforce. Ronald enjoyed many of life’s pleasures; watching his favorite television programs, trying his luck at fishing, shooting pool, wood working, and spending time tinkering around his yard, especially with his beloved water fountain.
Ronald was the celebrated patriarch of his large family. He enjoyed preparing and sharing a simple meal with them; oftentimes during the holidays. Ronald touched many lives in many different circles and will fondly be loved, cherished and missed by all.
Ronald is survived by three daughters; Martha Virginia Gens of Orlando, FL, Shirley Agnes Smith and her companion David Sapolis of Horizon, TX and Tamara Kim Parker and her husband Craig of Auburn, NH. Ronald stepped up and was the stepfather to his six stepchildren; Carol Lambert of Nashua, George Forrence and his Kathy of Panama City, FL, Bruce Forrence and his wife Elain of Nashua, Wayne Forrence and his partner Linda, also of Nashua, Lee Forrence and his wife Lisa of Litchfield, and Allison Crawford and her husband Roland of Merrimack. He was also the dear grandfather of 16 grandchildren and great-grandfather to his 8 great-grandchildren. Ronald is also survived by his dear sister, Shirley Chacos of Milford, and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his cherished bride, Florence E. Stickney, in 2005. They celebrated 21 years of marriage together. Ronald was also predeceased by his many siblings.
Visitation for Ronald will be held on Saturday, November 20, 2021 from 10 AM to 12 PM at the Farwell Funeral Home, 18 Lock Street, Nashua. Friends and family are cordially invited to attend. A graveside service will be held at approximately 12:45 PM at Woodlawn Cemetery, 101 Kinsley Street, Nashua. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Ronald’s memory to Home Health and Hospice Care, 7 Executive Park Dr, Merrimack, NH 03054. To leave and online condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com. Arrangements under the direction of FARWELL Funeral Service.
