Obituary of Ronald N. Gier

Ronald Nelson Gier, Sr., 87, of North Collins, New York died January 2, 2026 in Zephyrhills, FL. Ron was born May 10, 1938 in Eden New York. He was the son of the late Lawrence and Gertrude Gier. Ron was the long-time partner of Janet Leone, father of Ron Nelson (Lynn) Gier, Jr., Paul M.  (Christine) Gier, Jacqueline Marie (Mike)Laing and the late Donald Gregory Gier. Grandfather of Payton Dalores Gier, brother of the late Neil Gier.

Ron was the owner and operator of “Ron Gier Trucking and Excavating”.

In November of 1958, he joined the “International Union of Operating Engineers”.  Ron started his business as a teenager, and it grew into a very prosperous and satisfying career.  After retiring, he enjoyed helping local friends and neighbors do small, odd jobs that required his equipment and expertise.  Ron enjoyed traveling to Florida each winter where he made many friends and acquaintances.  When he spent his winters in Florida, he enjoyed riding his motorcycle and playing golf.  He enjoyed traveling in his RV where he always had his dog Rascal by his side and most recent was Cooper.  Ron was also an avid Nascar fan and enjoyed cheering for his favorite driver Mark Martin.  Ron always enjoyed any kind of motor sport and was actively involved in many facets of motorsport life. He was also an honorary member of the Langford Volunteer Fire Department.  In his later years of life, he and Janet found a beautiful community in Florida where they made great friendships that will be forever remembered.

Family and friends are invited to call Friday, January 9, 2026 from 1-3PM and 6-9PM at the Laing Funeral Home Inc. 2724 W. Church St. Eden, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 11AM at the Immaculate Conception Church Eden.

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