Ronald J. Uhland, Sr.'s Obituary
Ronald Joseph Uhland Sr., 87, of Port St. Lucies Florida, formally of Bridgeton NJ, passed away Sunday, March 7, 2021 peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family and with his wife Phyllis at his side.
The beloved husband of Phyllis Uhland (nee Zurlo) was born in Roadstown, NJ and was the son of the late Joseph and Helen Uhland (nee Elk). One of twelve children, he grew up in Bridgeton and graduated from Immaculate Conception Regional School then Bridgeton High School in 1949.
In Ronnie’s youth, he grew up working on the Uhland Family Farm in Hopewell Township and later enjoyed telling stories about time spent on the family farm. In his early years, he was an avid hunter and enjoyed spending time with his brother Jimmy training their racehorses at the Cumberland County Fairgrounds in Bridgeton. He also proudly enjoyed riding his Indian Motorcycle.
In his later years he looked forward to going to the horse races at Harrington Raceway and Dover Downs, as well as Greyhound Races at Palm Beach Kennel Club. Prior to moving to Florida, Ronnie and Phyllis looked forward to their annual vacation to Marathon Key with his sister Vi and brother-in-law Johnny.
Ronnie would tell you his greatest legacy is his remarkable family – the love of his life, Phyllis, 7 children, 20 grandchildren and 38 great-grandchildren. He looked forward to having summer picnics and planning the annual Easter Egg hunt for his grandchildren. His sense of humor will surely be missed.
He worked for Abbott Dairy, Owens Illinois, and later worked as a machinist for Millville Iron Works for 30 plus years retiring in 1990. Additionally, he owned several rental properties in New Jersey and Florida. He had a street named in his honor (Uhland Ave) in Upper Deerfield Twp.
Ronnie leaves behind his wife Phyllis and children David Uhland Sr (Mary) Sandra Uhland -Werkheiser, Phyllis Paraset (Jim) Billy Riley (Amy) Anthony Riley and Tracy DeLussa (Scott) 20 grandchildren and 38 great-grandchildren.
Ronnie was predeceased by his son Ronald Uhland Jr., Grandson David Uhland Jr., Great grand Daughter Olivia Grace, and nine siblings Joseph, Frank, Leo, Jimmy, Pauline, Mary, Helen, Marcy, and infant sister Louise. He is survived by his sister Violet White, and brother Lawrence (Barney) Uhland.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation on Tuesday, morning, March 16, 2021 at Sray-Webster Funeral Home in Bridgeton between 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM with funeral service at 11:00 AM. The burial will take place at Fernwood Memorial Park in Hopewell Township.
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