Ron Grew up in Illinois and graduated from Augustana College in 1967. He knew he wanted to teach but he was not certain in which direction he wanted to go. In 1967 after leaving college he joined the peace corps, and served in the Philippine's for two years. He returned to the States and joined the Department of Defense School as an educator He again went abroad and taught in the Phillippine's, Taiwan and Japan for the next fifteen years. He again returned to the States and retired from teaching. Retirement was not enough for Ron, he then rejoined the Peace Corps Response and served in Africa in Malawi, Liberia and Namibia and Rwanda working in Education and Health.
Both of Ron's parents were Rotarians. His mom and Dad were Paul Harris recipients and he believes that is where he learned to give back to humanity. Ron is again retired but looking forward to a time when he can return to Africa and do some more good for the community.
Ron and his wife Glennis reside in Macungie. He brought some amazing items he purchased or received on his many trips to the African continent. We had the opportunity to see some of his adventures in Africa on the big Screen and most of us were awed by the beauty, and the life of someone who lives on that continent. I believe that the most interesting fact from my standpoint is that water is truly revered and in Africa he could take a shower with one cup of water and have enough left over to have a drink.