OBITUARY
Ronald W. Maust
April 30, 1940 – August 10, 2011
On Wednesday, August 10, 2011 at 1:59 p.m., Ron Maust heard the calling of his Lord and Master and crossed over to the other side. He was born on April 30th, 1940 in Berlin, Pennsylvania to his parents, Woodrow B. Maust, deceased, and Lucille A. Maust, deceased. During his lifetime, Ron traveled to many different duty stations where his father was assigned throughout the years. Ron spent his junior year at Ramstein Air Force Base in Germany where he attended Kaiserslautern High School. He lettered in both basketball and football and was a team member of the USAFE in both sports. In 1958, he graduated from Wiesbaden American High School in Germany where he was a member of the USAFE Championship basketball team at General H.H. Arnold High School.
Upon returning state side, Ron began his business degree studies at Oklahoma Military Academy. At the Academy Ron was a “first shirt” and was also a member of both the Academy’s Drill Team and Captain of the Demo Lau. The drill team won many state awards for precision and close quarter drills. Ron graduated from OMA in 1961 with the completion of his business degree. He then enrolled in Oklahoma State University in Stillwater where he completed his Bachelor of Science degree in Economics.
When he returned home to Virginia he was employed by National Bellas Hess, the parent company of GEX stores. Ron’s first assignment was as Director of Public Relations of the Hampton location. He was the recipient of many sales and marketing awards including Public Relations Director of the Year three times and Sales & Marketing Manager of the Year. His next assignment was as the East Coast Manager of GEX Department Stores public relations department including Albany and Latham, New York, Camden and Pennsauken, New Jersey, and the three stores in Hampton Roads. The GEX Columbia, South Carolina location was added the following year. In 1970, Ron became the Operations Manager of the Portsmouth store. A year later he was assigned as the Operations Manager of the Hampton location coming full circle as this is the location where he began his career with GEX in 1965.
In 1974, Ron left GEX to pursue his career in the private security services industry. Ron first established himself in the local market then began expanding his locality by setting up area offices in Hampton, Phoebus, Norfolk and Williamsburg. His next business expansion took place when he chose to broaden his market by bidding on government contracts within the U.S. In a few short years Ron’s business became successful enough to have offices/operations in Honolulu, Hawaii, Port Hadlock, Washington, San Diego, California, the Army Proving Ground in Yuma, Arizona, White Sands Missile Range in New Mexico, the Aviation Supply Office in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the Naval Air Station in Jacksonville, Florida, the Social Security Offices in St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, and several contracts in Washington, DC. Over 25 years Ron grew his company to one of the largest of its kind in the industry. As his illness began slowing him down Ron sold the business and retired in 2000.
During his lifetime, Ron was actively involved in both the Democratic and Republican parties. From Precinct Coordinator to State President of the Young Democrats and President of the Democratic Committee in Hampton, he was always very active in getting his candidate elected. Ron did break with the Democratic Party and joined the Reagan Revolution in the 80’s.
Ron was awarded the Paul Harris Fellows by the Hampton Rotary Club in 2010.
Ron is survived by his wife of 46 years, Brenda Staples Maust. Ron and Brenda spoke their vows, becoming husband and wife, on February 6, 1965. They were blessed with four children, Nicole Maust Stuart (& husband Christopher), Noel Maust Cavanaugh (& husband Patrick), Tiffany Maust Caldwell, and Brock Ronson Maust (& Fiancée Laura). He is also survived by eight grandchildren, Jasmin Lucille Caldwell, Chase Andrew Caldwell, Anthony Francis Coan, Shelby Grace Stuart, Chance Jersey Stuart, Brody Cole Stuart, Cooper Christopher Stuart, and Lucy Ava Cavanaugh. Ron is survived by his best friend and brother, W. Alan “Skip” Maust, his three Aunts and four Uncles, as well as lots of cousins and close personal friends.
Ron and his family wish to thank all the caregivers who offered such kindnesses over the years, especially Shaun, Marie and Carol whose loving care helped him during this phase of his life. Special gratitude goes to Dr. James Spiller and his nurse, Judy Foster. Ron’s wish was to have any thoughts of kindness be expressed as a donation to the local Women’s Shelter on Domestic Violence (Transitions), the SPCA or your area USO facility on his behalf.
A service celebrating Ron’s life will be held on Saturday, August 13, 2011 at 11:00 AM, at Hampton Baptist Church, 40 King's Way, Hampton.
Friends are encouraged to visit www.parklawn-woodfh.com to share memories and words of condolence with the family.
Arrangements are under the care of Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home, 2551 N. Armistead Ave. in Hampton, 23666.
Services
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Celebration of Life Service
Saturday, August 13, 2011
Memories
Ronald W. Maust
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ADD A MEMORYSandra Timmons
August 21, 2011
Nicole, Chris, Brenda and Maust Family,
I
was watching City Council meeting from August 10th on my computer and
just found out the news about Mr. Maust. Although I didn't get to know
him personally, I heard so many wonderful stories about him. May the
love you feel in your heart always remind you of this great family man.
I am truly sorry for your loss.
John and Lin McCarthy
August 15, 2011
Nicole and Chris and the Maust family,
We are both so very sorry to learn of Mr. Maust' passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
John and Lin McCarthy
Faye Cordle Keenan
August 15, 2011
Dear Brenda & family,
Please
accept my sincere sympathy in the passing of your dear husband, father
& grandfather. Your memories of good and happy times will help you
during this sad time.
God bless & strengthen you.
With love,
Ron & Beverly McQuoid Rogers
August 13, 2011
Brenda;
Our
thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time of
sorrow. Remember that memories last forever. May God Bless and keep you
and your family.
August 13, 2011
Dear
Maust family- I want to share my heartfelt sorrow to have the loss of
such a compassionate and kind gentleman. Thank you for sharing your
beloved Ron with me for a short time, he truly influences my day to day
choices and responses in many situations.
Tess Peterson
Carroll Burnette
August 12, 2011
Nicole and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Your father was a very kind man. I hope it ease your pain, to know that others are thinking of you and yours at this time of sorrow. Respectfully yours, Ms. Burnette
Sarah Patterson & Paul Moody
August 12, 2011
Brock,
We
are so sorry to hear of your father's passing. To quote Leo Buscaglia,
"I know for certain that we never lose the people we love, even to
death. They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision
we make. Their love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories. We find
comfort in knowing that our lives have been enriched by having shared
their love."
I hope your memories will be a comfort to you at
this difficult time. Deepest sympathies to you, Laura, and the rest of
your family.
August 12, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. We are very sorry for your loss.
Walt and Katrina Hayes
August 12, 2011
August 12, 2011
I
am so sorry for your loss. Although I never met Ron in person, I did
talk to him many times. His compassion for OMA was highly evident. It
wasn't long ago he bought an OMA jacket and many other souvenirs. I know
I share the same feelings as the cadets of OMA when I say, he will be
missed!!! God Bless.
Brandi Sutherland
Oklahoma Military Academy Alumni Association
August 12, 2011
I am
so sorry for your loss. Although I never met Ron in person, I did talk
to him many times. His compassion for OMA was highly evident. It wasn't
long ago he bought an OMA jacket and many other souvenirs. I know I
share the same feelings as the cadets of OMA when I say, he will be
missed!!! God Bless.
Brandi Sutherland
Oklahoma Military Academy Alumni Association
Sandra Waters Faison
August 12, 2011
Brenda and Family,
So sorry to hear of your loss, please know my family is thinking of you and keeping your family in our prayers.
August 12, 2011
We are so very sorry for your loss. May you find peace in the many memories. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Joel and Deena Carney
August 12, 2011
May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared comfort you now and in the days ahead. Our hearts are saddened by your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you
August 12, 2011
May
the peace which comes from the memories of love shared comfort you now
and in the days ahead. Our hearts are saddened by your loss and our
thoughts and prayers are with you
-Mary & Josh Owens
John Dazey
August 11, 2011
Big Ron! You touched the lifes of everyone you met - you certainly touched mine! I will miss my visits to see you, sorrow for your family and friends loss - and rejoice in my heart that you personally suffer no more. So-long my friend - until the day we meet again.