Shannon, Ronald J., 85, of Fort Lauderdale, Florida passed away January 11, 2019.
Originally from Worcester, Massachusetts, Ron moved his family to Davie, Florida in 1975. He was a veteran of the Korean War, serving in the U.S. Air Force. After graduating from Tufts University, he worked in the wine and spirits industry for over 30 years. He then worked with his sons in their ventures, never wanting to retire he went to the office everyday becoming the family Chairman Emeritus. For over 40 years, Ron was an advocate of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, co-founded by his friend, Anthony Abraham.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Starr.
Ron is survived by his sons John (Elba), Paul, Mark and Earl; his 5 grandchildren; and his brother Douglas.
A private memorial will be held by the family.
Family suggests donations for cancer research in the name of Ronald J. Shannon to: "Tupper Research Fund", Mailing address: Tufts Medical Center, Development Office, Box 231, 800 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02111 or to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
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