In Taunton, March 3, 2018, Ronald J. Emond, passed away unexpectedly in his home at the age of 76. Ronald was born in Taunton, the son of the late Joseph & Bernice (Shepard) Emond. He had resided in Taunton all his life. Ronald attended Taunton schools and was a graduate of Taunton High School. He served his country honorably while in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. Ronald enjoyed music, movies and above all cherished his time with family. He leaves his siblings, Sandra Paille and her late husband Armond of Norton and Peggy Carvalho and her husband Paul of Taunton and the late Robert Emund. He also leaves several nieces and nephews. A funeral home service will be held on Monday, March 12th at 11 am. Relatives and friends are also invited to visiting hours prior to the service from 10-11 am. Burial will be in the family lot in St. Francis Cemetery in Taunton.