"So sorry to hear this. I grew up with Ron and Skip. Rest In Peace, Ron. My condolences to Ron's family and friends. "
In loving memory of
Francis Ronald Elmo
October 7, 1954 - October 24, 2020
F. Ronald Elmo, age 66, passed peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, October 24, 2020 at his home in Worcester, PA.
Born in Conshohocken, he was the son of the late Joseph and Helen (nee Piacitelli) Elmo.
Ron was a 1972 graduate of Wissahickon High School and received a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Temple University. He began his career in the Firefighting industry, working for Hale Pump and Angus Hose. In 1986, he became an owner of Guardian Fire Equipment, and ultimately First Choice Fire Apparatus, selling E-One firetrucks.
Ron has been involved with firefighting from the age of 16 when he became a junior fireman with Centre Square Fire Company. He was also a member of the Norriton Fire Engine Company and Worcester Volunteer Fire Department, as well as an instructor for the Montgomery County Fire School. Ron enjoyed woodworking, entertaining, and cooking for his friends and family.
Ron is survived by his beloved wife of 34 years, Dorothy "Dot" (nee Linberg) Elmo. He is the dear father of Ronnie Elmo and his wife Melissa, of Philadelphia, and Michael Elmo of Brooklyn. He was predeceased by his brother, Joseph "Skip" Elmo in 2006.
Relatives and friends are invited to call on Thursday, October 29, 2020 from 5:00 to 8:00 PM at the Anton B. Urban Funeral Home, 1111 S. Bethlehem Pike, Ambler, PA 19002, and on Friday, October 30, 2020 from 10:00 to 11:00 AM at Saint Helena Church, 1489 Dekalb Pike, Blue Bell, PA 19422. Ron's Funeral Mass will follow at 11:00 AM with Pastor Msgr. Joseph J. Nicolo as Celebrant. Interment will be in St. Patrick's Cemetery in Norristown.
Join the 11:00 AM Funeral Mass via livestream at https://livestream.com/sthelena
Donations in Ron's memory to any of the following would be appreciated by the family: Penn Medicine Abramson Cancer Center, Einstein Home Health Hospice and Palliative Care, or Pancreatic Cancer Action Network .
Tributes and photos may be shared at UrbanFuneralHome.com
Tributes
"Prayers for the family. Ron was a wonderful person who was all about family. I had the pleasure to work with Ron while at he was at Hale and I worked at E-One and later as the E-One NE Regional Manager from 1988-1992 calling on Guardian Fire. He will always be remembered for his love of life, family and fire trucks."
"Many friends and I was good friends with him in high school. God bless you and all of your family. He is missed an won't be forgotten. Warmest regards, Steve D'Orta"
"Dorothy, Ronnie, and Michael I am so very sorry for your loss! He was a great man and father! I remember when he gave his time to come into my class (Michael's) to demonstrate the fire apparatus and the protection equipment! He was so patient and held he classes attention! They loved his demonstration! You are all in my prayers during this difficult time!"
"Dottie, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family. "
"I first met Ron in the 1980's, he was very nice to beginner firefighters. Dottie my thoughts and prayer are with you and your family."
"We are so sorry to hear about Ron, Dot our prayers are with you and your family. God Bless and our love to you all. Buddy, Debbie and Nina Arnone "
"I have many found memories working with Ron and enjoyed every minute we worked together selling fire trucks. His sense of humor kept me going and his love for his family was always evident. Heaven is now enriched with his presence. "
"I have many memories of a great ?character? who I shared many laughs with at Guardian Fire Equipment. Condolences to his family from my wife and me in Florida."
"I worked with Ron at Hale Fire Pump many years ago. He was such a kind man, and always cared about others. My condolences to his lovely family. RIP Ron, Marge Jacques "
"To the Elmo Family,
My wife Linda and I offer you our condolences for Ron's loss to his life on earth as we know it. He now rests well with his creator adn will be at peace. Meanwhile all of you should e so proud of his walk wiht us on this earth, as I know of his son Ron and what a great man he is! I am sure this stems from how great a man Ron senior was!
Be proud and charish his memories and be at peace while he rests for we will see him again some day!
Jon and Linda Paes "
"Mr. Elmo was always a gracious host to me and my family whenever we visited his home. He was generous, kind, funny, and always made me feel welcome. Keeping him and the rest of the Elmo family in our thoughts and prayers."
"We have always loved our visits to the beautiful Elmo family pool...where we would see how much Mr. Elmo loved to entertain, laugh and enjoy his family. He and the whole Elmo family are in our prayers today and always. "
"I remember my few trips back with my dad (Bucky) and family as a kid and teen. I have Wonderful memories of the Elmos and such fun with all the cousins. Ron came to visit us in Vancouver and I remember that visit. Thinking of all of my extended family and so sad to hear of the loss. "
"So sorry to hear of Ron's passing. We've lost a great guy and dedicated fire service professional. Ron was one of the first guys I met when I joined E-One back in 87. He was always there to help the "newbie". Remember fondly our business conversations and fun times on some of those earlier day reward trips. Prayers and condolences to his family and First Choice associates from all of us at Desorcie Emergency. "
"Ron was a great guy. Worked with him at Hale Fire Pump."