Ron Sickenberger, 87, died peacefully at home with his family by his bedside the way he had planned, on Tuesday, July 23, 2024.
Ron was born 9/12/36 and raised in western Pennsylvania. He graduated in 1958 from Kent State University. He proudly served in the U.S. Army for 4 years as a first lieutenant in the medical services corps. He later worked in the textile and apparel industries as a human resource manager. He opened his own management recruiting and consulting firm in Greensboro in 1980 and retired in 2001.
After moving to Pinehurst he joined the Golf Capital Chorus, sharing his beautiful voice as a member and lead singer with several quartets. Ron was an active member of the Congregational Church of Pinehurst, sang in the choir and loved his church family. An athlete most of his life, he played and enjoyed many sports, but never was satisfied with his golf game. Before his declining health, he loved to hike, putting in countless miles on numerous park trails, including the Appalachian Trail. Ron was an avid reader, poet, writer, singer, comedian, and loved conversation. He was also pretty good at “Jeopardy.”
Barbara, his wonderful wife of over 60 years, preceded him in death in 2019.
He is survived by his children; Nancy Donnell (Eddie) of Greensboro, Karen Sickenberger of Asheville, NC, and David Sickenberger of Hendersonville, grandchildren; Jessica and Dustin Donnell, Jack and Rosa Sickenberger and his dearest friend and loving companion, Beverly Valutis.
He was quoting the Dylan Thomas poem “Do not go gentle into that good night” on his last day. But gently he went.
In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be sent to: Congregational Church of Pinehurst UCC, 895 Linden Road, Pinehurst, NC 28374
A memorial celebration will be held at later date.
Online condolences can be made to www.bolesfuneralhome.com
Services entrusted to Boles Funeral Home of Pinehurst.
