Obituary of Ronald W. Hales

Ronald W. Hales 78, of Cortland passed away December 31, 2010 at home surrounded by his family. Ron was born January 24, 1932 in Trenton, New Jersey the son of the late Ronald G. and Adele Patterson Hales. He served his country with the US Navy during the Korean Conflict, was a communicant of St. Anthonys Church. Ron enjoyed fishing, taking fishing trips to Canada working on and watching stock car races locally , and NASAR. Ron was owner of Rons body shop in Cortland, Ron is survived by his daughters Karen (David) Kelly of Cortland Susan (Christopher Carr) Hales of Homer, his grandchildren Nicole Ferro, Torrey Mulvihill, and Colin Mulivhill . In addition to his parents Ron was predeceased by his wife Doris Gulini Hales and sister Carole Ladd. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday at 10:00 am in St. Anthonys Church. Interment will follow in St. Marys Cemetery Cortland. At Rons request there are no calling hours. Anyone wishing to make a memorial contribution in Rons name is asked to consider Caring Community HOSPICE of Cortland 11 Kennedy Parkway Cortland, NY 13045 To offer on line condolences visit www.wright-beard.com