Ronald James Nadeau, 60, passed away Thursday, July 21, 2022 at McKee Medical Center in Loveland, CO, surrounded by his loving family. He leaves behind his cherished fiancé, Linda Edmunds-Scofield.
Ron was born on December 10, 1961, in New Britain, CT to the late Lucien and Theresa Voisine Nadeau. Once he graduated high school, he enlisted in the US Army, serving several years as a combat engineer. After hanging up his boots, he worked for several years as a machine operator at Colt Firearms, a long-haul truck driver for Guida’s Dairy.
Ron was a big man with a heart to match. His immense devotion and love for his family and friends was unwavering. Everyone who knew Ron has a “crazy Ron story” to tell. There indeed was never a dull moment in his presence. His friends and family would describe him as the most genuine person they have every met. Ron loved ocean fishing, four wheeling and camping. He was also an avid builder and flyer of model airplanes, and a long-time member of the Wintonbury Flying Club in Connecticut and the Cheyenne Hill Hoppers.
Ron is survived by his fiancé; two stepchildren Morgan Ivers of Miami, FL and Thomas Ivers of New Britain, CT; his five brothers and sisters Gerald Nadeau (Mary) of Cheyenne, WY; Philip Nadeau of Carney Point, NJ; Robert Nadeau (Sandra) of New Britain, CT; Elaine Lopez (Ray) of North Carolina; and last but not least, his beloved furry companion, Chloe, who never once left his side.
He is preceded in death by his two sisters Rena Schoonmaker (Lester) and Jacqueline Leigh (Michael).
A Celebration of Life in Cheyenne will be held on Saturday, July 30, 2022, from 2:00 pm until 5:00 pm at 6919 Buttercup Dr. and a Celebration of Life with full military honors in Connecticut will be held on October 15, 2022. Details to follow.