Ronald Kahler “Ron” Hull
March 9, 1946 - November 18, 2023
Ronald Kahler “Ron” Hull, who was a talented, intelligent, jokester, prankster and simply an overall awesome person, died on Saturday, November 18, 2023 in his home town of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania. Ron was fighting pancreatic cancer for more than 2 ½ years, but it was a ruptured fistula that ultimately took his life.
Ron was born on March 9, 1946 in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania to the late Charles Kahler and Helen Hull. He was the youngest of the family with an older sister and brother, Nancy and Charles Richard. Susie and Ron met each other at Shippensburg State College in March 1968. It was love at first sight, and they were married on December 28, 1968 in Lewistown, Pennsylvania. They moved to Delaware to pursue their teaching careers. Ron taught in the Christina School District for over 35 years, retired from the State of Delaware, and taught for another 5 years in Cecil County Public Schools in Maryland.
Ron is survived by his wife, Susan, two children, Kelly Wells and husband, Chris Wells and Kris Hull and wife, Pam Hull, and his five grandchildren, Brook Augustine, Charlee Wells, Kaleb, Keegan, and Kalvin Hull.
A visitation for family and friends will be held from 9 am until 11 am on Friday, December 1, 2023, at Hope Lutheran Church, 230 Christiana Road, New Castle, DE 19720, where a memorial service will begin at 11 am. An opportunity to share a story or “roast” of Ron will begin at 1 pm at Embassy Suites, 654 S College Ave, Newark, DE 19713, following the service.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Ron’s memory to Hope Lutheran Church at the address listed above.
Jane Jones
Sorry to hear this. Ron was a nice addition to the Glasgow staff. Susan, I am sorry for your loss.
Frank & Johna-Lee Ingraham
Susie and family, We are heartbroken over the news about Ron💔 He was funny, always upbeat, and had a smile on his face. He will be missed by those who knew him. Our deepest sympathy, Love, Frankie & Johna
Maria M Irwin
Our condolences from the Irwin family. Ron taught our sons Mark and Michael. I Maria had the pleasure of being his Para for several years. He was loved by all including his students. We will miss him too! Sending prayers, hugs, and love to your family. The Irwin ‘s.
Elizabeth Gliniak
Ron was a favorite teacher to many and left a positive memory to all who had the pleasure to know him.
Diedre Morreale
To the entire Hull clan:
God must have needed a genuine angel to spread laughter and joy through heavens halls, and he knew just who would fit the bill. I have no words for the loss of this “perfect” human being. He was always thoughtful and kind, always looking for new hobbies and adventures , and always delighted in his family, friends, and God! His passing leaves a hole in my heart! Only the knowledge that he has earned his wings gently softens this loss. My prayers for all of you.
Albert Cook
So sorry. Many memories of Ron from Shippensburg days through 30 years of teaching together. I always smile when I am rembering antics or just thinking of him. Love, Al & Karen
Carole Minner
Susie my heart is broken . Ron was such a special guy. We shared a love for Maine. Your visits to our lake home are memories I will always cherish. ❤️
Kim Berkey
Susie – My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. When you were at Hodgson, I remember you talking about your husband and the few times I saw you together and met him, I could see your special bond – what an example of a loving relationship. I hope you and your family are able to focus on happy memories when you think of all that you shared!
rob riley
Kris, Kelly, and Susan,
I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Hulls passing. I have many memories running cross country under him, and he was always so happy and enthusiastic about coaching all of us. He left an indelible impression on everyone he touched!
Prayers to all of you
Rob
Sharon Allen
Sue, my deepest sympathies to you and your family. I am so very deeply saddened to hear of Ron’s passing. He was such an awesome Earth Science colleague!
Steve Godowsky
To Susie and the Hull family – So sorry to hear of Ron’s passing. He was a great guy. May he Rest in Peace!
Virginia Gesner
Susie and family ,so sorry for your loss , prayers and hugs to all ! Ron was loved by all and his Hawaiian shirts and smile and joking ways will surely be missed at Hope ! May you always remember how kind and loving he was to all !!! Blessing to all of you Ginny Gesner and family
Sharon
I hesitated to write anything because there are no words to describe Ron, the easiest and most fun guy to be around. I read Deidre’s post and believe she said it all. The Hull family is truly a treasure, and Ron was definitely at the helm. He was definitely one of a kind and impacted so many people’s lives for the better. Joe and I had such great memories with you and Ron. We will miss him dearly. Love you all, Sharon ❤️
Penne Dyal Finkley
Mr Hull made my 4 years at GHS memorable. He was a great teacher and for years after graduation he was also a fun guy to run into in Newark!
Thanks for teaching us science!
Condolences to his family
RIP Ron Hull
Chris Shurygailo Bree
To Susie, Kelly, and the Hull family – So sorry to hear of husband’s and fathers passing. Although I did not know him, I know he was loved by many. Hope the memories of him bring you comfort.
Chris Bree
Silvia
May your gentle soul rest in peace, my condolences to the family
Vanessa seku
My Deepest Sympathies to his entire family.. He was a Great ..Happy Member at Hope Lutheran 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
Penni
I’m nearly sure that Mr Hull was my 7th grade Earth Science Teacher, at Christiana Jr High in 1968. I just remember how much I enjoyed his class. My sincere condolences to his family and friends.
Roxanne mazuco
Dear Kelly and family so sorry for your loss all my sympathy and prayers 🙏
Bob Gross
Deeply saddening to hear of Ron’s passing. I learned much both professionally and personally from Ron. I thoroughly enjoyed his company. Too many good times to recount. His photo and smile above displays his classic demeanor as I often saw it… “Hey there, I know something you don’t, but you are about to find out!” …and that ‘something’ always brought laughter. Our thoughts are with you, Susie, Kelly and Kris.
Bob and Karen Gross
Tom Manges
So sad to learn of Ron’s passing. It has been nearly 40 years since our last connection, however I have many fond reflections of Tom Bowen, Mike Ramsey, Brendan Finucane , myself and others making our way through childhood, adolescence, and young adulthood. From the other condolences, clearly Ron became a loving person, partner, father, friend and teacher of remarkable skills, something apparent in his earlier years. Finally, anyone knowing Ron is blessed with wonderful memories that will last forever.
Jim/Gale Lynch
Gale and I just learned of Ron’s passing. What a wonderful, “make everyone feel good “ person he was. My 24 years of teaching at Glasgow HS were made much more enjoyable because Ron was in the building. Our sincere love and condolences to Susie and Ron’s family. Gale and Jim Lynch
Chip and Doris Bixler
We just found out that Ron passed away yesterday. He was a great guy and friend. I was proud to take the baton from Ron for coaching cross country. We enjoyed our time with the Hulls a couple of years ago in Williamsburg. Only the good die young and from our point of view,77 is still young. Peace is at the finish line.
Chip and Doris Bixler
Phyllis Shure
My deepest sympathy to Susie and all the family. I will remember Ron as a very kind person who always made me smile.
I now live in Florida and don’t get up to DE very often. Phyllis Shure
Phoebe Bosma
Kris and Kelly,
I am so sorry about the passing of your dad. I remember his kind and fun personality at Glasgow!
Praying for your family during this very hard time.
Much love,
Phoebe (Folke) Bosma❤️