this is unexpected and very sad news.
Ron contacted me directly via PM when I was accidentally banned last year to apologize directly. I replied that it was only an innocent mistake and that I had no ill feelings at all.
I wish I had conveyed more to him the feeling that he was so appreciated for maintaining this site in such a calm and professional manner.
He was a good man, based on what I know of him.
Rest in Peace, Ron and condolences to his family and friends here and at home.