Haverhill – Ronald J. Sanville, 93, husband of Rita M. (Morin) Sanville, passed away October 2, 2022 at High Pointe Hospice in Haverhill with his loving family by his side.
Born in Lawrence, he was the son of the late Louis V. and Florence E. (Towne) Sanville. Raised in Haverhill, he was a graduate of Haverhill High School, Class of 1948. Ronald was a classic “do it yourselfer”, always fixing things. He loved the outdoors and was an avid runner. He was a member of the Striders Running Club and the 65 Plus Running Club and participated in many road races and biking events. His last 5k race was November of 2021 where he placed first in his age division. Ronald loved the beach, a good sunset and enjoyed playing 45’s. He served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War and was honorably discharged. For many years he taught Electronics at Haverhill High School, then substitute taught at Whittier Vocational Tech.
A devoted husband, father and grandfather, Ronald will be missed by all who knew and loved him.
In addition to his loving wife Rita of 65 years, he is survived by his loving children, James Sanville of Midlothian, VA; Catherine Hull and her husband Brian of Berlin, CT; Brian Morin and his wife Lisa Beane of Tewksbury; Dan Sanville and his wife Denyne of Dunstable; Florence McKenna and her husband John of So. Weymouth; nine cherished grandchildren, Steven and Carolyn Sanville, Elizabeth and Rebecca Hull, Tobias Hull and his wife Madison, Kyle and Shaun Sanville, Daniel and Christina Ridge, and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brothers Alan D. and Louis A. Sanville.
The family would like to acknowledge the outstanding care and love provided by his “Irish Ladies” for the last two plus years; Mary O’Mullane, Kathleen Tynan, Anne Mullin and Imelda Kenny.
Family and friends are respectfully invited to attend calling hours on Monday, October 10 from 4:00PM until 6:00PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St., Haverhill. Funeral services will begin Tuesday morning at 9:30AM in the funeral home with a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:30AM at St. John the Baptist Church, Lincoln Ave., Haverhill. Burial will be private. Donations may be made in his memory to the Alzheimer’s Association, 309 Waverly Oaks Rd., Waltham, MA 02452 or St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, 501 St. Jude’s Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Please visit Comeau Funeral Home on Facebook or www.comeaufuneral.com
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Laura Spencer says
October 6, 2022 at 12:20 pmSo sorry for your loss our deep condolences to the Sanville family. He was a wonderful person Our Love Brian + Laura Spencer and Sandy Blanchet. We are unable to attend the funeral we will be out of town so sorry.
Jeff Desrosiers says
October 6, 2022 at 1:15 pmWe are saddened to hear of Uncle Ronnie’s passing. We know that he is now in God’s hands!
Our memories of family cookouts and fun activities bring us joy. Paula and I are traveling over the next few weeks and unable to attend his services. We will certainly raise a Sam Adams Octoberfest in Uncle Ronnie’s honor!! We know that would bring a smile to his face.
We love and miss you all very much, especially you Auntie Rita. Sending all our love and prayers from Maine. Jeff and Paula Desrosiers and our 4 girls.
Andrew and Ingrid Morin says
October 10, 2022 at 9:46 pmWe were saddened to learn of the passing of Uncle Ronnie. We will always remember his welcoming spirit.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you, especially Aunt Rita.
Rest in Peace Uncle Ronnie.
Carol Dragon says
December 6, 2022 at 10:42 pmMy deepest condolences to the Sanville and Morin families. My heart goes out to Aunt Rita and the entire family. I was truly saddened to hear of Uncle Ronnie’s passing. Many fond memories of playing 45’s and talking about road races with Ronnie. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.