aged 80 years of Blake Street, Barrow.  Peacefully at home on 9^th July after an illness borne with courage and dignity.  Dearly loved husband of Maureen (nee Peers), treasured dad of Jayne and Kate, very proud grandad of Maisie, Charlie, Libby and Finnlay, a good friend to Chris and Ian, dear brother of Jim and a loving uncle.  A private service will take place, donations for St Mary’s Hospice in Ron’s memory can be sent direct. All further enquiries to Little & Caine, 1-3 Dalkeith Street, Barrow. Tel: 820747