Ron Tremper of Rehoboth, MA died peacefully on December 22 after a rapid battle with pancreatic cancer. He leaves his wife of 50 years, Kate Kavanagh, son, Jamie, daughter, Casey, Jamie’s wife, Mary and grandsons, Owen, Gabe and Jack. Also his sisters, Carol Schneider and Judy Smith and their families.
Ron was a long time administrator at the RI Department of Mental Health, dedicated to improving funding and opportunities. More recently Ron volunteered his carpentry expertise to leading build teams for South County Habitat for Humanity.
Known for zero patience but 100% thoughtfulness, Ron will be deeply missed.
Services will be private. Ron and his family ask that in lieu of cards, food, or flowers; donations (monetary or time) be sent to South County Habitat for Humanity, P O Box 68, Shannon, RI 02875.
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