Obituary of Ronald W Burrows

Ronald Burrows, 69, of Vineland, passed away on May 28, 2015. Ron was born to the late Elmer and Marjorie Burrows in South Haven, Michigan and attended local schools. Upon leaving high school, he enlisted in the US Navy, in which after 4 years of service, he received an Honorable discharge due to a knee injury. While in the Navy, he was stationed in Boston, Massachusetts where he met the love of his life, Sheryl. This love lasted 50 years. They lived in the Boston area for about 10 years and then moved to New Jersey. After owning their own business for about 8 years, Ron was then employed as a correctional officer at Bayside State Prison, until his retirement in 2003. Ron doted on his grandchildren and enjoyed weekly lunches with all his friends, and was an avid camper with the Jersey Devils Camping Club. He was active with Boy Scouts while his son was alive. His grandchildren will miss the Saturday morning breakfasts they shared. Ron was the most loving, caring and giving man. If he had one shirt left, he would give it to a shirtless man. He will be missed by many, but forgotten by none. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Sheryl (Klass) Burrows; daughter & son-in-law, Tracy (Stewart) & Gregory Brago; grandchildren, Alyxandria & David; sisters, Barbara Claussen, Darlene Webb &; Patsy Mashburn and many nieces & nephews. Ron was predeceased by his son, Robert M Burrows. A Funeral Home Visitation will be held on Tuesday from 2pm to 4pm followed by a Funeral Service at 4:00 pm from Rone Funeral Service, 1110 East Chestnut Avenue, Vineland. Burial will be private at the convenience of the family. ARRANGEMENTS are under the supervision of Rone Funeral Service, 1110 East Chestnut Avenue, Vineland, NJ 08360 To send online condolences please visit our website at www.RONEFUNERALSERVICE.com