Obituary of Ronald Gary Lorentson

Born January 20, 1944 to Elmer and Eleanor (Frost) Lorentson in Seattle, Washington, Ronald Gary Lorentson died of cancer on July 20, 2014 in Olympia, Washington, at the age of 70. He earned a BA in Economics from Stanford (1966) and MBA and PhD in Economics from the University of Washington. He worked for the Washington State Department of Transportation as a budget analyst. He married Marsha Dickinson on March 17, 1967 in Seattle. Ron was a quiet, thoughtful man who had a wry sense of humor. He was dedicated to his family and loved spending time with his children and grandchildren. He also enjoyed exercise, woodworking, piano, and dogs, and was an avid reader and bridge player. He attended Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, and was on the Board of the South Sound YMCA. Ron is survived by his wife, Marsha; son, Brett (Holly) Lorentson; daughter, Kristi Ayn Lorentson (Alberto); and grandchildren, Lucia, Javier, David, Amelia and Marlo. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother. Memorial donations may be made to Thurston County Animal Services or South Sound YMCA. Please leave memories of Ron or condolences for his family in the Guestbook below.