It is with great shock and sadness that we share the news of Ron Sarquiz’s unexpected death on May 23, 2026. He died of complications related to a heart attack.
Ron will be remembered most for the way he approached life — with passion, intensity and zest. He was a spiritual seeker who embraced the mysteries of life. He was an active participant in the early days of Men Alive, a men’s community organization in Vermont. He enjoyed his work as a psychotherapist and cherished his connections with friends and family.
Ron was born in California and made his way to Vermont in his twenties. He returned to higher education and was proud of earning his graduate degree from Antioch New England College in counseling psychology. While attending Antioch, he also chose to marry and raise a family.
Ron was a natural athlete. He played baseball and tennis and enjoyed hiking, backpacking and biking. He happily made his way to playing pickleball, where he became part of a strong community. He was a beloved player and is fondly remembered for his boisterous voice and kind soul.
Ron moved to Randolph, Vt., five years ago and created a new community. While living in Randoph, he found solace being close to nature. Ron was fortunate to experience peace toward the end of his life. The people closest to him noticed a shift in his appreciation of the beauty of the seasons, the rhythm of his days, and the contentment of watching his family grow and change. He was especially proud of his daughter, Fern, and the generosity of her heart and spirit.
Ron is survived by his daughter, Fern; her mother, Michelle; his son, Ron; his mother, Laura; his sister, Pam, and her son, Dylan; his brother, Rich, and his daughters, Sarah and Ashley and her husband, Jacob, and their children, Sloane and Hayes. He also leaves behind other family members, including his father, Ron. He will also be missed by many friends who were like family, especially his close friend Steve.
A celebration of Ron’s life will be held on Saturday, September 12, 1 to 4 p.m., in the Esther Mesh Room at the Chandler Center for the Arts in Randoph. All are welcome
In lieu of flowers, donations on behalf of Ron can be made to St. John’s Church to help support their small shelter for the unhoused In Randolph, Vt. Checks can be sent to St. John’s Church Emergency Fund, PO Box 278, Randolph, VT 05060.
Arrangements are in the care of Guare & Sons Funeral Home in Montpelier.
Those wishing to express online condolences may do so at guareandsons.com.