Obituary of Ronald Lawrence Edelman

Ronald Lawrence Edelman, 69, of Colorado Springs, passed away on August 11, 2021.� He was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico to Richard and Marjorie Edelman.� As a military dependent his childhood was nomadic.� At various times he lived in New Mexico, Alabama, Texas, Louisiana, Nebraska and overseas in England.�He is survived by his daughter, Aubrey Snyder and her husband, Bryan Snyder, grandsons Aidan Edelman, Aric Snyder and Bryan Snyder; his brother, Richard Edelman and his wife, Donna; nephews and nieces: Todd Miller, Jamie Starr, Renee Miller, Ray Edelman, and Ryan Edelman.� He is preceded in death by his� parents and his sister, Pamela Miller.� Ronald was deeply cherished by his children and grandchildren for his multifaceted interests in history, movies, music, blackjack, and horse husbandry.� He will be sorely missed for his sense of humor and abiding love for his family.He entered the Air Force in the early 70's and was stationed overseas in Greece.� After serving in active duty, he served many years in the reserves while he was completing his degree at Wright State University.� In 1982, he entered the Dayton Police Department where he served for many years and received multiple commendations for� his bravery.� While in the police academy he received the nickname, "Kip Kenyo" given his affinity for running.� He carried that nickname for the duration of his career and into retirement. While in the police department he kindled a life-long friendship with Harry Tullis, who Ron referred to as a brother.� He was a dedicated police officer� who was devoted to maintaining safe neighborhoods.� In particular he was committed to preserving safe and healthy park environments within his jurisdiction.� After receiving a disability from the police department, he moved to Colorado Springs, Colorado to be with his daughter and grandchildren.� He was deeply immersed in their lives and assisted greatly while his son-in-law was deployed.� He often took his grandkids to school, helped them with homework and taught them invaluable life skills.� He also took them fishing and shooting. He spooked and delighted them by having them drive on his land.� He owned horses and acquired land near Colorado Springs with dreams of creating a farm with several types of chickens, his horses, and pygmy goats.� He visited Las Vegas frequently and loved to play blackjack. Unfortunately, his dreams for his farm did not come to fruition.��Ron had an amazing sense of humor, an infectious smile, a playful glint in his eyes and was a big kid at heart.� He was well known for silly t-shirts that his daughter thoroughly enjoyed procuring for him.� He loved to laugh and spend time with those he loved.� He was an amazing storyteller who easily captivated all listeners.� His personal stories were articulate, infectious, and always infused with his humor.� An example of his sense of humor and the special relationship he created with his grandchildren was the shenanigans of two leprechauns named Shaun and Shamus.� Both were mischievous and watchful, relaying his grandchildren's misbehavior to him.� A deeper theme in his life was a stubbornness and strength that he invoked to protect those less fortunate or the ones closest to him. �He believed strongly in donating to St. Jude's and the ASPCA.� Even near the end of his life he� encouraged his family to continue his annual donations to both organizations.� He often commented on his admiration for St. Jude's aggressive and compassionate treatment of devastating childhood diseases and their support of families regardless of their financial status.� He adored animals and they were always drawn to him.� He was able to rehabilitate abused horses and until his health declined, and he always had a faithful canine at his side.�There are not enough words to describe the imprint Ron left on those he met.� His passing has left a large void in those that loved him.� He will be missed.� He was not interested in a funeral service and requested that he be cremated. His last wish was that his family visit Las Vegas, "have some fun"� and that his ashes be dispersed there.� In lieu of flowers, Ron would have preferred donations to St. Jude's or the ASPCA.