Yesterday, I found out Ron Bellan passed away peacefully, due to natural causes. It comes as quite a shock. I had just seen him in a video on Facebook. Like so many other friends here in the Tidewater, I saw him more on the road than in town or at the occasional local industry gathering. Considering how close he lived, it’s a tragedy we didn’t see each other more often.
Many knew Ron through his adventures at Reaper Outdoors, but I first met Ron when he was still on active duty as a SEAL in the Navy. Ron was such a great friend and mentor to all and lived a life full of adventure, even after retirement. He will be missed by friends and family alike.
I’ll never forget his smile. May he Rest In Peace.
Rest in Peace. Condolences to all his family and friends.
Fair Winds and Following Seas Ron!!
Fuck. Rest in peace Master Chief. You were the best khaki I ever knew. Thank you.
A Senior NCO that never stopped serving his fellow Warriors. A template of selfless service. Ron lived to help SOWW and many other Veteran causes. I was blessed to know him. Matthew 5:9
One of the truest Americans I’ve ever known.
Until Valhalla, we’ll fight again my Brother.
– Big Mac
So much to say, such a true warrior and compassionate friend. You will be sorely missed. (SWCC WO4 “RODY”)
I met Ron at the NRA convention in Atlanta. He took the time to have a conversation with someone he had never met, but acted like we had known each other for years .He made a great impression on me, Semper Fi Ron and God bless SteveYounger