Ronald Eugene Correll

''''''''''''If there was ever a person who wanted to heal all the wrongs in the world, it was Ronald Eugene Correll. He was an idealist who sought to bring harmony to those around him. Even though Ronald was enthusiastic and generous, it was sometimes difficult for him to boast about his accomplishments. Ronald had strong personal convictions, making it hard for him to relinquish those ideals he held dearest to himself. Despite his outer strengths and beliefs, Ronald sometimes struggled in his efforts to see what the world was really about. Ronald's life motto was always to hope for the best and work hard towards that end, but be prepared for some of life's disappointments. This philosophy was a continual driving force in his life, but it did not extinguish the bright light that defined the dreamer in Ronald, something that was always there and that he readily shared with everyone around him.''''''''''''Throughout his life, Ronald showed a remarkable ability to mend relationships. This was true even with his siblings. Ronald was caring, diplomatic and tolerant of the feelings of those around him. Ronald was raised with one sibling. Younger brother, Gary. Ronald was constantly involved in activities with his brother. Ronald and Gary cared deeply for one another.''''''''''''As a young boy, Ronald lived a childhood filled with fantasy. He was generally in pursuit of his own identity, but he was also adaptable to almost any situation he faced. Ronald took part in golf. He was in the Navy and Korean war. In his spare time he liked to invent and ponder things. Ronald's memorable achievements included owning his own plane and flying. However, to Ronald, the most fun to be had was simply playing, and spending time with his many friends.''''''''''''The desire for romance was always present in Ronald's life. Ronald cared passionately for Carole. His deep loyalty and a strong commitment to his vows brought a sense of completeness to their marriage.''''''''''''Ronald was a gentle person who held deep feelings for his children. He enjoyed having fun with his kids and was at times fiercely protective of them. Ronald showed great empathy in his willingness to give every family member a voice in family decisions. He was blessed with four children, two sons, Ralph and Glen, and two daughters, Sue and Terese. They were also blessed with five Grandchildren, Kalvin, Jason, Ryan, Kyra, and Ross.''''''''''''Blessed with a strong sense of integrity, Ronald was as loyal and committed in his work as he was in the rest of his life. Ronald worked well with fellow employees and showed great cooperation in reaching common goals. Though he had a tendency to take on too many tasks, himself; Ronald showed great patience with complicated situations. He was ingenious and trusted his intuition. For Ronald, the application of logic could be optional, and while that sometimes bothered his co-workers, Ronald always seemed to be able to get the job done. He was most comfortable working on the projects and jobs that he strongly supported. His primary occupation was Design Engineer. He was employed for Textronix. Ronald always tried to be a team player, doing what was necessary in order to get the job done.''''''''''''Ronald was a Navy Veteran. Ronald saw action for the Korean Conflict. Ronald was extremely loyal, and that was a quality that others noticed and appreciated.''''''''''''Ronald enjoyed his leisure time by taking part in various hobbies. His favorite pursuits were Golf, Tennis, and brainstorming. Ronald was content to enjoy his hobbies alone but he was also willing to share his interests with others.''''''''''''Ronald enjoyed traveling and going away on vacations. Taking trips provided the chance for him to kick back and relax, to visit new places and see new things. Favorite vacations included Hawaii and Australia.''''''''''''Ronald passed away on November 14, 2011 at At his home in Palm Desert, CA. He is survived by his children, Glen, Ralph, Sue, and Terese; his grandchildren Kalvin, Jason, Ryan, Kyra, and Ross; his great-grandchildren Aryanna and Dylan; his brother Gary. Ronald was cremated and is at home.''''''''''''Ronald Eugene Correll was someone who was able to see the world as a good and honorable place. He viewed the people who inhabited it as essentially good. A person who tended to see the world in terms of black and white with a lot of gray areas that he wanted to figure out, Ronald tried to focus on the good he saw, knowing that there were times he would have to compromise. He was selfless and deeply committed to all things positive and good. Ronald was a person who would keep his eye on tomorrow and constantly held onto his dreams. He was capable of being mystical at times, and he could be the seer or shaman of a group. It was this exceptional insight and quiet reserve that that became Ronald's trademark qualities for all who knew him, and it was one of the many reasons why all who knew him loved Ronald Eugene Correll.