In Loving Memory

Ron, passed away peacefully at the age of 86 on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, surrounded by family and friends.

Born in Joliet, Illinois, near Chicago, Ron moved with his family to San Jose at the age of 4. He attended St. Leo’s as a child, continued on to Palo Alto Military Academy. He graduated from Campbell High School, with multiple metals for swimming. Ron served in the Army for 4 years and the Army reserves for 2 years.

Following his military service, Ron followed in the footsteps of his parents, working in the family business —a skilled nursing facility located in Willow Glen serving his community for 54 years. Ron was also a dedicated member of the Elks Lodge for over 40 years, where he built lasting friendships and connections.

Above all Ron was aloving father. He is survived by his beloved children, Mary Martin, Paul Sollis, and Mandy Sollis. Ron is also survived by his sister-in-law Natalie Sollis.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Robert Sollis.

A service to celebrate Ron’s life will be held on Thursday, October 17th, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Mary’s Church in Gilroy, followed by a burial at Santa Clara Mission Cemetery in Santa Clara.

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