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In Memoriam
Deacon Ron Ansay
We are saddened to inform you that Deacon Ron Ansay, father of Chris '75 and grandfather of Liam '16, passed away on February 25.
"On February 25, 2020, Deacon Ron left the vessel of his body and fully entered into the Presence of God, our Lord Jesus Christ, whom he dedicated his life to in a mystical way of Oneness. Deacon Ron was born on August 10, 1932–the feast day of St. Lawrence the Deacon. He attended Campion Jesuit High School in Prarie du Chien, Wisconsin, and graduated from Pius XI High School in Milwaukee. Later he obtained bachelor degrees in both psychology and theology from Loretto Heights (now Regis University). He worked for his father at A.A. Ansay Linen Supply in Milwaukee prior to moving to Denver, Colorado. On August 13, 1955, Deacon Ron married Clara (Dolly) Emma Pohs at Holy Family Church in Denver. Deacon Ron was a self-starting man who placed his trust in our Lord, Jesus Christ, and especially in the Gospel message of Matthew 6: 25-34 “Look at the birds of the air…” In 1960, he began what became Ronald Ansay Interiors, a well-respected interior design and furniture business with locations in both Denver and Aspen until 1982. Ron also began Ansay’s of Aspen Gift Shop. His real estate career took off in 1982 and he was associated with The Kentwood Company up until his passing. On April 6, 1974, Ron was ordained in the very first class of permanent deacons for the Archdiocese of Denver and has faithfully served at many parishes in the Archdiocese. Deacon Ron, along with his wife Dolly, facilitated over 50 spiritual retreats through all the years and many days of reflection as well as preaching, baptizing, witnessing marriages, burying the deceased, and teaching RCIA at St. Thomas More and Church of the Risen Christ. He also had his own TV program on the Catholic Channel in Denver called “Inside Passages with Deacon Ron.” At the time of his passing, Deacon Ron was the last surviving member of his ordination class. Deacon Ron’s wife Dolly was one of his greatest loves and treasures. He and Dolly were married for 60 wonderful years prior to her death on September 3, 2015 and they had many exciting and “never a dull moment” times together." Click here to view the full obituary.
Visitation will take place on March 5 from 4:30-5:30 pm at Risen Christ Catholic Parish, immediately followed by a Rosary/Vigil from 5:30-6:30 pm. A Funeral Mass will be held on March 6 at Risen Christ Catholic Parish at 1:30 pm. A reception to be announced following the service.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made and are appreciated to St. Benedict's Monastery in Snowmass, Sacred Heart Retreat House in Sedalia or Treeline Pass non-profit for Adults with Autism and Developmental Disabilities.
"On February 25, 2020, Deacon Ron left the vessel of his body and fully entered into the Presence of God, our Lord Jesus Christ, whom he dedicated his life to in a mystical way of Oneness. Deacon Ron was born on August 10, 1932–the feast day of St. Lawrence the Deacon. He attended Campion Jesuit High School in Prarie du Chien, Wisconsin, and graduated from Pius XI High School in Milwaukee. Later he obtained bachelor degrees in both psychology and theology from Loretto Heights (now Regis University). He worked for his father at A.A. Ansay Linen Supply in Milwaukee prior to moving to Denver, Colorado. On August 13, 1955, Deacon Ron married Clara (Dolly) Emma Pohs at Holy Family Church in Denver. Deacon Ron was a self-starting man who placed his trust in our Lord, Jesus Christ, and especially in the Gospel message of Matthew 6: 25-34 “Look at the birds of the air…” In 1960, he began what became Ronald Ansay Interiors, a well-respected interior design and furniture business with locations in both Denver and Aspen until 1982. Ron also began Ansay’s of Aspen Gift Shop. His real estate career took off in 1982 and he was associated with The Kentwood Company up until his passing. On April 6, 1974, Ron was ordained in the very first class of permanent deacons for the Archdiocese of Denver and has faithfully served at many parishes in the Archdiocese. Deacon Ron, along with his wife Dolly, facilitated over 50 spiritual retreats through all the years and many days of reflection as well as preaching, baptizing, witnessing marriages, burying the deceased, and teaching RCIA at St. Thomas More and Church of the Risen Christ. He also had his own TV program on the Catholic Channel in Denver called “Inside Passages with Deacon Ron.” At the time of his passing, Deacon Ron was the last surviving member of his ordination class. Deacon Ron’s wife Dolly was one of his greatest loves and treasures. He and Dolly were married for 60 wonderful years prior to her death on September 3, 2015 and they had many exciting and “never a dull moment” times together." Click here to view the full obituary.
Visitation will take place on March 5 from 4:30-5:30 pm at Risen Christ Catholic Parish, immediately followed by a Rosary/Vigil from 5:30-6:30 pm. A Funeral Mass will be held on March 6 at Risen Christ Catholic Parish at 1:30 pm. A reception to be announced following the service.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made and are appreciated to St. Benedict's Monastery in Snowmass, Sacred Heart Retreat House in Sedalia or Treeline Pass non-profit for Adults with Autism and Developmental Disabilities.
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