Ronald R. Loranger, 85, of Mattapoisett died unexpectedly Tuesday, April 10, 2018 surrounded by his loving family. He was the devoted husband of Barbara (Rutkowski) Loranger, with whom he shared nearly 64 years of marriage.
Born in New Bedford, son of the late Albert and Yvonne (Becotte) Loranger, he lived there for most of his life.
Ronald, a Northeastern University civil engineer graduate, was employed as the president of Loranger Construction for over 30 years and later worked as a construction manager for various companies in Boston. In retirement, he worked with his son at Beaver Tree Works.
He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. Ronald was also a past president of the Lions Club, Rotary Club of New Bedford, and Associated General Contractors of Mass, as well as a former member of the board of directors at the New Bedford YMCA.
Ronald loved his family. He was well known for his big heart, quick wit, and wonderful sense of humor. Ronald enjoyed nature, especially the water, and passed that joy along to his family and friends.
He is survived by his wife; five children, Deborah Romanowicz and her husband Craig, Ronald Loranger and his wife Lynne, David Loranger and his wife Barbara, Gary Loranger and his wife Carol, and Darleen Souza and her husband Gary; ten grandchildren; two brothers, Marcel and Gilbert Loranger; and many nieces and nephews.
His Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday, April 20, 2018 at 10 AM at St. Anthony's Church, 22 Barstow St., Mattapoisett. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the YMCA Aquatics Program, (Teach a child to swim), 25 South Water St., New Bedford, MA 02740. Arrangements are by the Saunders-Dwyer Mattapoisett Home for Funerals, 50 County Rd., Mattapoisett. For online condolence book, visit www.saundersdwyer.com.