The View

 Ron Boser Memorial Wall

comments and remembrances about our late POPS President

from Pharr South residents, present and past.

Betty Hayes  (69 Camellia) :  4/26 :  "I am so sorry to hear of the death of Ron Boser.  What a great guy and so helpful to everyone. He just recently helped me with a problem and I always felt so secure knowing Ron was there.  I served with him on the board several years ago and he was always doing what was needed in the best interest of all. Such a gentleman.  He will be missed by so many.  God bless you and comfort you, Mary and your family."

Elaine & Mike Botelho  (282 Painted Cup):  4/26 : "Our most sincere condolences.  Ron was above all else, a good guy, always ready to help anyone with anything. We were still in our motorhome when he discovered that Mike & I were considering buying a lot somewhere else.  He and Mary must have visited the RV a dozen times, selling the idea of Pharr South. He was quite a salesman for the community!"

Dale Smelser (former resident)  4-26 :  "We have fond memories of Ron. You are in our Prayers"

Carol and Ed Ransom: (33 Mistletoe): 4-26:  "Ed & I will miss Ron greatly. He was such a friendly person to everyone. He never walked by Ed at coffee without patting him on the shoulder & if he saw me coming would always say Carol, Carol Carol."

Glenn & Sally Vissering (82 Bluebonnet)  4-26  :  "Ron has done so many things  for the people in the park, and upkeep on the park property. He hardly ever said no to anyone who needed help with any electrical problem or to some one who just needed some advice. He will be greatly missed and I am sure that the folks in the park will support Mary with any help etc.. that she may need."

Milli & Howard Anderson  (379 Pansey)  4-26  :  "Such a sad day for Pharr South, losing Ron, a great worker for our park, so very cheerful all the time.  We all know he's in a far better place now, but that doesn't make it any easier to say "goodbye".  He was a fine, gentle, man."

Caroline & Joe Paulini (26 Mistletoe)  4-27  :  "We were saddened to hear of Ron Boser’s passing after the kidney surgery.  Our hearts go out to Mary. Ron was always friendly and helpful to Joe & I. He made us feel very welcome, not only as tenants of Pharr South, but as Canadians.  He had the true spirit of our American friends, and he will be sadly missed. May he rest in peace."

Dan and Terry Robards  (222 Sagebrush)  4-27  :   "We are saddened to hear the news of Ron's passing.  His bright smile and loving attitude will be missed at Pharr South."

Harold & Teresa Berg (135 Columbine)  4-27  :    "We do not feel there is anyone in Pharr South Park who did not know Ron.  He was such a caring person who was willing to help anywhere he could.  If you asked him to help you with a problem or give you suggestions on a problem, he was right there.  We, as park residents, have been so blessed to have him as he did so many things to improve the park in any way he could.  Anytime you talked to him you could see the sparkle in his eyes and hear his good natured demeanor as he talked to you.  Thank you Ron!  We know you are in a place where you can look down on us and smile."

Maynard Boeckman (108 Hawthron)  4-27  :  What sad news.  Ron was a wonderful man, always concerned about others.  We will miss him.

Clarence Hicks  (369 Daisy) 4-27  :  "A good man and a good leader.  Always a smile!  Too bad he could not get the Board to go with the second building he so much wanted"

Jerri Miller  (90 Bluebonnet)  4-27 :  "What a loss for the park!  Ron was the kind of leader who was always ready to pitch in and get dirty.  And - just a nice man!"

Alice Raymond (former resident)  4-27  :  "How sad!  Ron was always the go-to guy when something needed done.  He never complained about anything.  Some years back, Ron had heard that I was going to need a new built-in microwave installed above the stove. He just showed up and got it done.  That was who he was.  Thank you for all you did for the people of Pharr South, Ron!"

Dale & Joan LaFrentz  (375 Pansey)  4-27  :   "Mary and family, You have our sympathy.  It was a shock when we heard the news. Ron was a truly wonderful man who we enjoyed getting to know.  He always had a smile ready for everyone.  Ron was “mister” everything to the people and to the park.  He will be missed by all of us and at all of the events at Pharr South.  Please know that you are in our prayers and we will think of you often." 

John & Laurie Danielson  (62 Orange Blossom)  4-27 :  "We have lost a good friend and a dear man. We were all better people for knowing Ronnie. Rest in peace, you will be missed."

Nancy & Harry Bendt  (275 Painted Cup)   4-27  : "Ron was one of the nicest men we have ever met. Always willing to go that extra mile for his family, friends and residents of Pharr South. Ron exemplifies what a good Christian should be and I know he was welcomed home by our Lord. Rest in Peace Ron, you will be missed."

Don and Janice Hutchinson  (125 Columbine)   4-27  :  "Our hearts are heavy with the loss of our friend Ron Boser.  He was a true Christian man, ready to serve with a happy spirit. A fine example for us to learn from.  A smile comes to our face just thinking of all the times we were around him.  Just before we left the park for the summer he came walking his shoe.  (He didn't have a dog so he was taking his shoe for a walk)  What a Hoot he gave us!  Ron and I also had this thing about wearing our name tags.  There was always fun when Ron was around.  Ron thank you for blessing our lives for being our friend. You will be missed and remembered with smiles."

Jerry and Elaine Thompson  (87 Bluebonnet)   4-27  :  "Our sincere sympathy to Mary and all of the Boser family. It is a tragic loss.  Ron certainly was an energetic talented person who would do anything you asked of him. Coffee fellowship in the morning with Ron was always a good time. He will certainly be missed by all. God Bless to the family."

Charlie and Chris Murphy  (178 Mistletoe)  4- 27 :  "It's all been said and it's all so true. What a wonderful guy, we will all miss his cheerful ways and his helping hands. We pray that God will bless Mary and the family in this impossibly difficult time.  May the realization that they will be together again some day help to assuage their grief. We hope that they know the depth of our sympathy.  All Pharr South grieves with them for we know Ron loved us all as we did him."

Delores Bauer (371A Pansey)   4-27  :  "You will be missed."

Barb & Leonard Bierman (65 Orange Blossom)  4 - 27 :  "The community has lost a great guy and a wonderful ambassador for Pharr South.  Ron was one of the most friendly residents in the park.  He always had a smile and a friendly word as he traveled through the park.  He was always ready to lend a hand to improve the park or to help a fellow resident.  You will be missed, Ron." 

Darlene & Dale Pixley (9 Mistletoe)  4-27  :  "We are blessed to have had the opportunity to have known Ron.  He was a good man and a friend to everyone he met.  He will be missed at Pharr South.  God Bless you, Mary and family."

Henry Haack  (91 Orange Blossom)  4-28  :   "It is with great sadness I feel at the passing of my friend and neighbor. As he worked on one of his rentals across the street he would call out my name in friendly greeting on a daily basis, I along with many others already miss him." 

Larry & Judy Gowland  (292 Sagebrush)  4-28  :   "Our deepest sympathy to Mary and family.  Ron will be greatly missed by so many and is a huge loss to Pharr South."

Dallas and Pat Diemer (146 Columbine)  4-28  :  "Prayers and thoughts to the Boser family.  To say he was a great guy , a helping hand,  a volunteer, a friend, a mentor, does not do justice to the time and effort Ron put into the  Pharr South park.  He went above and beyond on anything he did or was involved in.  The park will certainly miss his ideas  his talents and leadership .  But most importantly, we will miss his smile and personality and friendship."

Alice and Bill Blazek (327 Sunflower)  4-28  :  "Bill and I want to offer our deepest sympathy and to let you know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. Ron was a friend to all and a great asset to our community in Texas. We truly appreciate all his hard work, his friendship, and his smile when he greeted us. May he rest in peace and peace be with you in the coming months ahead. Let us know if there is anything we can do to help."

Don and Maxine Richwalski (259 Fern)  4-28  :  "It has been a blessing to have known Ron during the past years.   Ron will always be remembered as a caring , never to busy to help, loving Christian. Mary, you and your family can be very proud of Ron, and knowing he is home with his Lord, has to be a comforting thought. Mary, blessing to you and your family during these hard times.  Maxine and I will be Praying for you and your family."

Joan Glanz and Ken Ludwig  (93 Jasmine)  4-28  :  "Ron was always there for everyone if you needed something.  He would always find someone to help if he couldn't.  He was the best neighbor we ever had.  We will miss him."

Dave and Kelly Frazer (198 Laurel)  4-28  :  "Like everyone else, we will miss Ron.  He did so much for the Park and for whoever needed something or something done.  He was always ready to help or do it.  We will miss him at coffee in the morning.  Our prayers to Mary and her family.  Hope to see her in the fall."

Dave and Lillian Anley (94 Jasmine) 4-28  :   "it was 8 years ago when we arrived at our home and Ron came across the street to greet us with hugs and kisses. He invited us to a party on his balcony we became good friends. We will miss him an awful lot and so will this park. He never said no to anybody. Ron you left us too soon, but you are in a better place. You will always be in our hearts. Rest in peace."

Charlie & Rita Kiser (139 Columbine)   4-28  : "Our deepest sympathy & prayers to the Boser family. Ron was a great friend and leader.  The people of Pharr South will miss him very much."

Betty Murphy (154 Fern)  4-28  :  "We will miss seeing you cruising the park in your golf cart. God Bless you."

Karen &  Kent  Smith  (283 Painted Cup)  4-28  :  "Rest in peace Ron. You will be truly missed."

Ron and Kate Cearley (103 Jasmine)  4-29  :  "Ron was one of the most helpful and generous persons we have known.  He will be missed by everyone.  Our heartfelt condolences to the family.  The Park will never be quite the same."

Dwight & Jane Mangel (258 Orange Blossom)   4-28  :  "Ron was a GREAT guy, friend, leader and volunteer. He always had time to greet everyone and look you in the eye with his sincere “How are you?”.  We saw him tirelessly working in the park. We and all of Pharr South will miss Ron.  Our sincerest sympathies to Mary and the family. May all the memories of Ron lift your spirit and guide you through this time of grief to a place of peace."

Barb and Ray Auge (63 Orange Blossom)  4-28  :  "Reading the memorials to Ron, you can see what an awesome person he was. There isn't anything he wouldn't do for anyone if asked. Ron was a very caring and trustworthy man. If there is one word to express what he meant to the park it would be "Everything." Ron you will be missed.
Mary, our deepest condolences go out to you and your family in this time of mourning. May God watch over you and your loved ones."

Al and Bev Carrizales (104 Orange Blossom)  4-28  :  "Ron was a real asset to our Park and will be sorely missed.  Our sincere condolences go out to Mary."

Roger and Becky Schoonover (302 Sagebrush)  4-28  :   "It was just a few days ago that we saw Ron and now that wonderful man is gone. We will always remember him for that wonderful smile and hug that you would receive from him every time he saw you. We are so blessed to have know him. Mary, our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family at this most difficult time."

Ubaldo and Lupita Martinez (53 Orange Blossom)  4-28:  "Our sincere sympathy to Mary and all of the Boser family. Even though we only knew him for a short time, he will be greatly missed. He was always friendly and a great help.  He gave my husband great advice when we were remodeling our home.  We are blessed to have had the opportunity to have known Ron.  Our prayers are with the family!"

George and Diana Navarro  (painting and housekeeping service)  4-28  :  "We are very sad to learn that Mr. Boser has passed away.  He was always friendly and was very good to work for.  A very excellent man. We pray for the family."

Lynne Kephart (226 Sagebrush)  4-28  :  "What more can I add to everything that's already been said?   The words may be a little different, but the messages are all similar.  I agree completely that Ron was a real gentleman, a beautiful human being, a good friend, and a great asset to Pharr South in so many ways.  Of course we'll all miss him.  My heartfelt sympathy to Mary and the rest of his family -- I know they'll miss him terribly.  I also believe that at some point Mary will be able to enjoy remembering the happy times, and cherish the memories of the love that they shared together."

Kris Driscoll  (66 Orange Blossom)  4-28  :   "Ron seemed to always have a smile on his face.  When Ron comes to my mind I see him in his golf cart going somewhere and then he waves,  smiles and says a hearty hello.  We feel for Mary, for those who knew him well, and for our park as we say goodbye to this uniquely gifted man."

Bill and Rita Kollmar (131 Columbine)  4-29 : "God blessed us with a wonderful man, and, while it's difficult to lose him, we are happy that we got to know him.  Before we left Texas this year Ron saw us packing our car and, rather than just drive by and wave, he stopped, gave us a hug and a handsake and said "safe travel my friends."  Well, Ron, safe travels to you!

Lowell and Elaine Allen (254 Orange Blossom)  4-29  :  "Ron was a good friend.  What a great asset to our park.  He will be missed!"

Joan and Jerry Thurmes  (105 Hawthorn)  4-28  :   "Our sincere sympathy Mary, Doug, Ann and boys.  Memories of Ron and Mary  go back to 2001. We will always remember the many jobs we had going when we first bought in Pharr South and Ron was always there to Help. The many gatherings we have shared, and making soup in small batches, have always been a problem for me, but I could always take  the letfovers to Ron. His Pickled Gizzards were always a hit.   When we said "Good Bye"  the morning we left on the 10th of April we didn't know it was our last goodbye.  Thanks for all you have done for everyone of us, and the Park will certainly miss your many talents.  May You Rest In Peace."

Pat & Bruce McLeod (89 Bluebonnet)  4-30  :    "Allow us to express our shock & sadness over Ron's death.  So unfair for such a vibrant, kind and upbeat individual.  Our condolences to Mary and family for their sudden loss.  What a sincere,  kind, generous and vibrant individual he was!  We should be so lucky to have more of him here on earth! "    

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