Ronald S. Herman

Ronald Scott Herman left this world unexpectedly on June 6, 2025. He left behind so many grieving friends and family as he was loved by all who knew him. His charismatic personality, his loud laughter, his smile, his excellent leadership skills and his ability to bring people together were some of his special gifts. His ability to light up a stage with his singing and dancing. At his beloved church, he held several positions. He was currently board chair, led the youth and bell choirs, shared his beautiful voice as tenor in the choir, was an organizer and speedy worker at Abundant Blessings, was a mover and shaker for MCC (Ministry of Congregational Care), and was a gifted teacher who was admired and loved by all the children and youth. At his Labor Day weekend Christian Family Camp, he had so many friends. As a fantastic camp director, he was asked to lead several times with his efficiency and brevity. He also flawlessly performed roles as registrar, secretary and teacher. Ron was well known in the theater community. Off Monroe Players was where he performed his first post graduation show, and in May it was where he shined as his last show. Other groups he performed with were Pittsford Musicals (where he was currently on their board), Roberts Community Theater, JCC Center Stage, and probably many more. OFC brought him much joy as his first paid performance in, “The Producers”. He was thrilled to be offered a role in the upcoming performance of, “The Grinch” as Grandpa Hoo. He was a proud member of the RGMC and an OMP review group. Ron also shared his musical gifts with the residents and staff at Parklands at Addison, where his mom lives. He would sing, and mom would play with feeling on the piano for monthly concerts. The residents and staff there were shocked when they learned of his passing, as were the chorus members of the Retired Teacher’s Organization, as he had performed with them the Tuesday and Thursday prior to his death. Ron was a gifted teacher at Chestnut Ridge Elementary School for thirty years. He taught different grade levels, but spent the most time in second grade. He had an awesome team that have become lifelong friends. He directed several musicals there and the performers were staff and 3rd and 4th grade students. Friends were so important to Ron. He had a group of male friends who would share a weekly meal, a game night, a trip to the bar, or summer boat rides. Several of them were by his side when he left this world and to them we are grateful. Ronny was the best brother, uncle and son. His devastated family will have a difficult time just getting through with the wonderful activities we do together. He was predeceased by loving grandparents, his father, Alfred F. Herman Jr., several friends, aunts, uncles and cousins whom he is now reconnecting with. He leaves behind his mother, Janet Herman, sisters: Patti (Brian) Ayers and Wende McNaney, five grieving nephews and nieces: Brendan (April) Ayers, Bethany (Dean) Akins, Caitlin McNaney, Christopher (Jess) Ayers, and Alexander Shanley. His greats were his pride and joy: Landon, Fiona, Arlo, Eden, Renna and Keeley. He was not only Unc to these, but had many at church who called him that. He also leaves behind two special friends, Matthew MacKinnon and Jacquie Schur. With Facebook posts from the many friends, fellow teachers, new teachers, student teachers, students he taught and their families, theater thespians, chorus members, church family, and even those he met only once- he was loved. Calling hours for Ron will be at his beloved Community Christian Church, 2647 Chili Avenue Rochester, NY 14624, on Thursday, June 12th from 3:30-7 PM. Family and friends are also invited to his Celebration of Life at 2 pm on September 27th at the Churchville Chili Performing Arts Center at Churchville-Chili High School. His desire would be that all the love he gave so freely should run rampant through this world. A simple act of kindness goes a long way. His final text message to Wende read, “My work here is done” 😊 (referring to preparing church for Sunday morning).