Ronald Majer

Ronald A. Majer, 84, of Keene, NH, and formerly of Hinsdale, NH, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 30, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Born in Hinsdale on August 5, 1941, Ron was the son of the late Francis W. and Anna M. (McGrath) Majer. A lifelong resident of Hinsdale until recently relocating to Keene, Ron graduated from Hinsdale High School with the Class of 1959.

He dedicated over 34 years of service as a chief lineman at Central Vermont Public Service in Brattleboro, VT, retiring in 1999. Deeply committed to his community, Ron served over 20 years as a volunteer firefighter and assistant fire chief with the Hinsdale Fire Department. He also gave his time to the St. Vincent De Paul food pantry, coached youth baseball at the Little League level, and proudly served as a lake host for the Spofford Lake Association. A man of faith and service, he was also a devoted member of The Parish of the Holy Spirit, St. Joseph Church and the Knights of Columbus, St. Joseph’s Court 6921 in Hinsdale.

An avid outdoorsman, Ron enjoyed fishing, hunting, and sharing his knowledge through the New Hampshire Hunter Safety Courses. He found joy in tending his garden and cherished every moment spent with his grandchildren.

Ron is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Patricia Majer of Keene, NH; his sons, Ronald Majer of Wrentham, MA; Jay Majer and his wife Iris of Charleston, SC; and Todd Majer and his wife Elizabeth of Hudson, MA. He is also survived by his brother, John E. Majer and his wife Judy of Hinsdale, NH; sisters, Carole Akeley of Hinsdale, NH, and Martha Filippone of Leominster, MA; and five beloved grandchildren: Charlotte, Lauren, Sarah, Griffin, and Ainsley Majer.

In addition to his parents, Ron was predeceased by his sister, Margaret Nolan, and his brother, William Majer.

Calling hours will be held on Friday, September 12, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Cheshire Family Funeral Home, 44 Maple Ave, Keene, NH. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, September 13, at 10:00 AM at St. Joseph Church, 35 Brattleboro Rd, Hinsdale, NH. Burial will take place privately.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Ron’s name to the Hinsdale Fire Department, 13 Depot Street, Hinsdale, NH 03451.

All services are under the care of Cheshire Family Funeral Home, Chapel, and Crematories. For more information, visit www.cheshirefamilyfh.com .

Ron passed with these lasting words:
“Boat, motor, and trailer for sale.”