HUDSON FALLS – Professor Emeritus Ronald J. Moss, 82, of Notre Dame Street, passed away on Tuesday September 27, 2016, at the Glens Falls Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on May 5, 1934 in Syracuse, he was the son of the late Albert J. and Dorothy M. (LaLone) Moss.
Professor Moss received his Bachelor and Master degrees in science from SUNY at Cortland and continued his education at Niagara University, where he was awarded a Master’s degree in Natural Science.
Professor Moss served his country as a veteran of the US Naval Reserve.
On June 25, 1960, he married the love of his life, Carol Doyle in Cortland, NY.
For 25 years, he taught anatomy, physiology, molecular biology and other biology courses at Adirondack Community College. For 18 years, he was a financial professional in mutual funds and business, retiring in 1989. After his retirement, he continued to substitute teach until this current school year.
He was a communicant of St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church in Hudson Falls.
Professor Moss also belonged to the Hudson Falls Kiwanis for 22 years and served as president for two terms. He was a founding advisor to Circle K at ACC, President of the Homebuilders Association of Northern NY, ACC Delegate for Community College Senate for 22 years and coordinator of retirees of all ACC faculty emeriti. He also was President of the Home Owner’s Association for over 10 years in St. Peterburg, FL, where they spent their winters.
Professor Moss was a loving husband, devoted father, dedicated teacher and a devout Christian. His greatest pleasure was spending time on his boat on Lake George with family and friends. Last summer, they enjoyed 56 times during the boating season. He also enjoyed golf, gardening and many happy hours with his family.
Survivors include his wife of 56 years, Carol D. Moss of Hudson Falls; three children, Michael J. Moss of Hudson Falls, Tammy E. Mandwelle and her husband, Ken Hicks, of South Glens Falls and Ronald “R.J.” Moss, II of Hudson Falls; his grandchildren, Miles Mandwelle, Jordan Mandwelle, Timothy LaMarque, Kevin Hicks, Michealee Scarincio and Jaime Hicks; one great grandchild, Brody Hicks; one sister, Barbara A. Moss of Syracuse; his brother and sister in law, Douglas and Mary Doyle of Stanfordville, NY; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
A Memorial Mass will be celebrated 9 am on Saturday, October 8, 2016, at St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church on the park in Hudson Falls.
Burial will take place in the Bethlehem Cemetery on the corner of Elsmere and Kenwood Aves. in Delmar at a later date.
The family suggests in lieu of flowers, that memorial donations be made to the SUNY Adirondack Foundation, Reach New Heights Campaign, in Ron’s memory at 640 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804.
The family would like to thank Dr. Darci Gaiotti-Grubbs, the nurses and staff of the C.R. Wood Cancer Center and Tower 2 of the Glens Falls Hospital and Hudson Falls Internal Medicine for all their care and compassion shown to Ronald and his family over the years.
Carol, It is with much sadness that we heard Ron had passed away. Bonnie and I wish to express our condolences to you and your family at this difficult time. If there is anything we can do, please let us know. May Ron forever be with his Lord in Heaven. We will certainly miss him. God Bless, Bill
My deepest condolences to you Mrs. Moss and the family. It was my pleasure to meet you and Mr. Moss and help you out at Dr. Grubbs’ office with appointments and whatever was needed. May God bless you all and be with each of you in the days ahead. RIP Mr. Moss!
Be in peace Dad. You were strong until the end, even singing, “you don’t bring me flowers any more” when you made the decision to have comfort care.
So sorry to hear of the passing of Prof. Moss. I remember him fondly from my days at ACC. It appears that his life was rick,and full which is all one can ever expect! My condolences to his family.
Dear Carol and family- I was so saddened to hear of Ron’s passing. He was a steadfast educator who gave much to our college and this community. I extend my condolences and thanks to both of you for being so warm and welcoming to me during my transition to Adirondack. My thoughts are with you all.
Kris
Our sincere condolences to Carol and the entire Moss family for the
recent passing of Ron Moss. He showed so much love and grace to
me and my daughter when we were going through a difficult time.
He was a great man and I feel very blessed to have known him. We
will miss him very much.
Blessings,
Roger Cairns
I am very honored to have known Ron .It was a joy to enjoy his wit and humor.
Carol my deepest and sincere condolences to you and your family
To the family, I had the good fortune of being a student at ACC when Mr. Moss was a professor there back in the mid to late 1960’s. It was a real time of transition and Mr. Moss was a good man to know then. While I have not been back to ACC in a long time, there are several professors there who made an impression on me and Mr. Moss was one of them. How do you thank someone like that? Since it takes decades to realize the impact a person has on another, I am glad to have known Mr. Moss and I am deeply sorry for your loss. It is the loss of a great deal of people, many who you will never know, but who have been touched by Mr. Moss. God speed.
My sincere condolences to Mrs. Moss, Mike , Tammy , RJ. and the whole family.
Mr. Moss was quite the character as I remember !
God bless .
Mrs. Moss, Tammy, Mike and R.J., I am sorry to hear of Mr. Moss’s passing. Take comfort in knowing that he is at peace now. My thoughts are with you all.
Joe Taylor
Carol and family,
Ron was a special guy! He built us a great house we continue to live in! Playing poker with him over the years was lots of fun. His dedication to his students was amazing! His work organizing us retirees was excellent.
Our sincere condolences!
Pete and Corinne