"Ron played tackle on both offense and defense. Dependable and tough, he rarely came off the field. He was a great teammate. That's why he was elected team captain by his peers. Ron Winter Class of 1966"
In loving memory of
Ronald Arthur Levesque
May 14, 1948 - February 15, 2023
Ronald "Ron" Levesque, born in Fall River, MA on May 14, 1948, passed onto the next stage in his journey on February 15, 2023. Raised in Portsmouth, RI, he was a member of the first graduating class from Portsmouth High School and one of the school's first football captains. Ronald was drafted into the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War where he saw active duty from July 1967 - July 1971. He then went on to attend Johnson and Wales University receiving a degree in Business.
Ronald loved his family beyond comprehension. He always felt so lucky to have met his best friend and wife, Judith, and was ecstatic when she chose him to be her husband in 1974. They had two wonderful children, Douglas Levesque and Melissa Devolve who have wonderful families of their own. Doug and his wife Ellen and their children Hope, Tate, and Tess. Melissa and her husband Jonathan and their children Charlee, Mia, Hadley, and Maddox.
Ronald also is survived by his brother and best friend, Kenneth Levesque of Portsmouth, brother in-laws, Robert Anthony (Jeannie) of Indiantown, FL and Maurice Soares of Portsmouth, and many nieces and nephews whom he loved very much.
Ronald was predeceased by his parents, Arthur and Lorraine Levesque, father and mother in-law, Neal and Priscilla Anthony and sister in-laws, Linda Soares, and Joy Anthony.
Besides his loving family, he will be remembered for the many youth sports organizations he was involved with in Portsmouth. Throughout his life, Ronald was the President of Portsmouth Babe Ruth, Portsmouth Pop Warner, and the founder of the Portsmouth American Legion Baseball Program. He was also an avid drummer and a member of the famed Tiki's of Portsmouth and a member of the band during Vietnam.
Ronald's favorite activities were watching his children perform in athletics and dance. He never missed a game or performance and was extremely proud of all his children and grandchildren's accomplishments. If he was not watching them, he was busy watching his beloved New York Football Giants, Boston Red Sox, Bruins, or Celtics.
Known as Uncle Ron, Ron, Dad, or Grampy, he will be remembered for always being there for his family and friends.
Calling hours will be held Tuesday, February 21, 2023, from 4:00-7:00 pm at Connors Funeral Home, 55 West Main Rd. Portsmouth.
Graveside service for Mr. Levesque with Military Honors will be held on Wednesday, February 22, 2023, at the Portsmouth Cemetery. All are welcome to join the procession leaving Connors Funeral Home at 1:00pm.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Portsmouth Youth Football, P.O. Box 793, Portsmouth, RI, 02871.
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"Judy, Doug, Melissa and family. I am so sorry to hear of Ron?s passing. I have so many great memories of Ron over many years. Although our paths have not crossed recently I still share memories of time working for him with others who were so fortunate and grateful for what he did for us as young adults?as recently as a few days ago. When I think of those in my life that impacted my transition from school to the real world, and lessons to help me grow as a person, Ron is at the top of that list. I?m so sorry for your loss. He was a great man with a huge heart that I will always remember and will always miss. Sincerely, Ron Westmoreland"
"My sincere sympathy and prayers to Judy and her entire family. JoAnn DerManouelian"
"Our sincere sympathy. Raymond and Deborah Dutra"
"Judy, Rick and I were so sorry to hear of Ron?s passing. We have such great memories of spending time with you two! We remember taking rides with you guys and driving around Newport and getting ice cream and just being together. We will miss Ron and I know that everyone in Portsmouth, especially the young people, will never forget how generous he was with his time and and his hard work, he did so much for the community. He did it out of love. We are praying for you and Doug and Melissa and the entire family. May he rest in peace. Ron was loved and will not be forgotten. Rick & Sherry"
"Judy, Rick and I were so sorry to hear of Ron?s passing. He was a great guy and everyone who had the pleasure of spending time with him would agree. He was definitely a great father and husband and a wonderful example of generosity and love for his community, especially the young people of Portsmouth! We will never forget the good times with the two of you- taking rides around Newport and getting ice cream on a hot summer day and Going to Pop Warner games,. Getting to see you both at Duncan and Jeannie?s home last summer was a wonderful treat and we will never forget those great times spent with the two of you.. We will never forget those times. He will be missed. We are praying for you and Doug and Melissa and their families during this difficult time. May he rest in peace. Love to you all. Sherry & Rick "