Ronald Wilson Bjork
October 9, 1931 ~ April 3, 2023
Born in:
Pueblo, Colorado
Resided in:
Pueblo, Colorado
My father, Ronald Wilson Bjork, entered the gates of Heaven to be with the Savior on April 3, 2023. He rejoiced abundantly as he joined the love of his life, Dorothy LaRue Bjork, son, Mark Wilson Bjork, and granddaughter Emily Amanda Comer. His heavenly celebration included seeing his parents Cecil and Maud Bjork along with many other well-researched ancestors.
Dad was a Pueblo native who was born 91 years ago in the front bedroom of a small two-bedroom home on East Eleventh Street where he lived his entire life with his two sisters and a dog named Bounce. He was a product of The Great Depression which instilled within him a strong “Waste Not Want Not” Philosophy of Life. He began working early in life as a paperboy who had the largest paper route in Pueblo with 221 customers. A graduate of Centennial High School, he entered the United States Air Force and served in Japan. After leaving Japan, he was stationed in San Antonio, Texas where he joined a church and met his wife and best friend Dorothy. They were married in Comfort, Texas. He frequently chuckled that being married in Comfort was the secret to his successful marriage. He graduated from Colorado State University and began and ended his teaching career at Morton Elementary. He served several churches in the Pueblo area including Lynn Gardens, Belmont, and First Southern. His most recent church home was Majestic Baptist in Pueblo West where he truly enjoyed the fellowship of many friends. He was also a member of the Gideon International Association.
My father could be described as a blend of Andy Griffith, Billy Graham and Dick Van Dyke and was an excellent father and husband. He was very funny and a little clumsy. He believed in always doing the right thing. He was a true follower of Christ and believed that the plan of salvation was the key to a well-planned life and an abundant eternity. Like the great evangelist, he greatly anticipated “changing his address.”
My dad was also a dedicated teacher and an avid gardener. Everywhere he went, he would meet former students and plant trees. He loved collecting antiques and researching his ancestors. He was very proud of his heritage, his service to our country, his faith, and his family.
He was so proud of his membership in The Mayflower Society, He was quick to remind everyone of the cost of freedom and the significant impact Christ had in his life. The importance of his family was evident in his everyday life and in the legacy he left behind. As he joins his Savior in Heaven, a daughter, a son, four grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren will continue to enjoy the memories and legacy of a life well lived.
At this time, his family has chosen to celebrate his life at Majestic Baptist Church in Pueblo West
with interment including military honors to follow at Pikes Peak National Cemetery. The family members will gather at the family home in July to celebrate his life and legacy. In lieu of flowers,
the family is asking that donations be made to Majestic Baptist Church, 494 E. Hemlock Dr., Pueblo West, CO 81007.
Online condolences, www.MontgomerySteward.com
I worked with Ron in the Gideons in Pueblo for years until I moved to
I worked with Ron in the Gideons in Pueblo for years until we had to move to the assistant living facility in Denver when my wife suffered a stroke. When my wife, Beverly, was teaching at Morton with Ron, I got to know Ron with faculty get to gathers. So sad for his family who can no longer have him to joke with him and enjoy his love for them
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He sounds like he was quite the individual! I’m so sorry for your loss.
I had Mr Bjork in 5th grade at Morton in 1965. Still remember him. I enjoyed his class. Prayers to the family
Ron, the Class of 1950 mourns your passing (those of us who remain) and are so thankful that you and Dorothy were able to attend our monthly luncheons all those years that we had them – plus all our other many class activities. Thank you for being such a wonderful part of our lives.
Pattee (Kenyon) Williams
Mr. Bjork was my 5th grade teacher at Morton back in the 70’s. He made such a positive impact on so many people. He was a great, great man. My heart is sad that he has departed this life but I know he served so many people throughout his life and did it all with a smile and that wonderful laugh of his. I found him on Facebook a few years ago and will be eternally grateful that we reconnected and got to catch up and stay in contact. I know he was extremely sad and lonely when his beautiful wife, Dorothy, passed away. He leaves a tremendous hole in many hearts and shoes no one will ever be able to fill. They don’t make them like Mr. Bjork anymore. To his family, I do hope it brings you comfort knowing that he is back with his true love and with our Lord and Savior. I’m praying and asking God to bring each of you the strength and comfort you need to get through this difficult time.
Mr. Bjork was my 5th grade teacher and had such a positive impact on my life. By positive I mean, he didn’t put up with my shennanigans. To this day I remember his life lessons and having to stay after school writing out the “times tables” on his chalk board. May your memory be eternal Mr. Bjork.
I attended Morton Elementary school back in the early 70’s and have very fond memories of Mr. Bjork. He was a awesome teacher and as a kid remember how tall he was. I am so glad to know that he knew the Lord. My sincere condolences to all of his family as he was a true blessing to all who knew him.
Sincere Blessings