Death of former CPO(D) Ronald William Hartshorn

29 May 2022 - It has been announced that 'Rocket Ron' Hartshorn crossed the bar on 1 May at the age of 90.  He was widowed and had been suffering from Alzheimer's for some time. 

"Hartshorn Ronald William

Passed away on 1st May 2022 aged 90.

Much loved Dad of Sharon, loving Grandad of Sarah, Rob, Kate, Craig and Cheryl.  He will be very sadly missed by all of his family and friends. 

The funeral service will be held at Portchester Crematorium on Friday 10th June at 12.45pm. 

Donations in lieu of flowers can be made for Alzheimer's Society at www.funeralcare.co.uk/tributes-and-donations

Any queries, please contact Co-operative Funeralcare, 86 Trinity Street, Fareham, PO16 7SJ.  Telephone: 01329 280249." 

I took the above photo at a divers' reunion in June 2008. 

I had known Ron since the early 1970s when we served together at HMS VERNON.  He was a big man with a big laugh and a big heart.  I'm sure all members of our community will join me in extending his family and close friends our deepest sympathy. 

N.B. the wish for donations to be made to the Alzheimer's Society in lieu of flowers; a much more effective use of the money.