RONALD BESSETTE

BALLSTON SPA, N.Y. — With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Ronald Bessette on Monday, May 19, 2025, at Albany Medical Center. He was born on Aug. 23, 1958, in Middlebury, Vt., to the late Dwight Sr. and Alice (O’Brien) Bessette.

Ron grew up on the family farm on Route 22A in Panton, then worked on several other farms around Addison County before enlisting. He served his country as a welder in the United States Army, retiring with 20 years of service. Ron was a true craftsman, welding not just metals but also the bonds of friendship and respect among his comrades and friends.

Outside of work, Ronald was an avid admirer of John Deere Tractors and trains, often engrossed in train movies. He was also a lover of the outdoors, relishing snowmobiling, Sunday country rides, and ice cream.

Ron is survived by his two daughters, Kari Ashcroft and Kelly Bessette, as well as his brother Andrew Bessette. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brothers, Dwight Jr. and Michael Bessette.

Ron’s life will be celebrated on Saturday, May 31, from 10 a.m. until noon at the Centenary United Methodist Church, located at 1 Gray Avenue, Greenwich, N.Y., 12834.

His burial will be at 4 p.m. at Prospect Cemetery, located on West Main Street/Vermont Route 22A, Vergennes, Vt., 05491.

His family would like to thank all the people who have shown their support and love during this particularly difficult time. They would also like to extend their most heartfelt appreciation and gratitude to everyone at Albany Medical Center for their loving care.

We invite all who knew and loved Ronald to share their memories and upload photos to his memorial page at www.flynnbrosinc.com. ◊