September 2022 Volunteer of the Month - Ron Petersen

Ron Petersen is being recognized as our Volunteer of the Month for the outstanding service he has given our community. Being an Army veteran of Vietnam, a veteran of the Utah National Guard, and a current member of our local American Legion, he has taken a special interest in sharing the history and patriotism showcased in the Patriotic Room of our Santaquin Chieftain Museum. Our museum staff have said regarding Ron, “He has been an amazing volunteer at the museum. He has been very willing, dedicated and kind. He has served on the museum board and volunteers often in the Patriotic Room with other veterans who help teach children to be grateful for our freedom and for those who sacrificed for us. Ron has helped with many elementary school tours and is good at relating and talking to the children. Ron also helped us with the inventory of all the items in the museum (taking pictures and cataloging). He came a couple times a week for almost two years, until it was complete. We are grateful for his military service, volunteering at the museum, and his friendship.”

Ron and his sweetheart of 54 years, Ramona, have lived in Santaquin for 42 years. They met and married in California then moved to Santaquin. Upon arriving here, decided it would be the perfect place to raise their family. They have four daughters and two sons with sixteen grandchildren and one great-grandchild. During their time in Santaquin, Ron served as a coach for T-Ball, coach pitch ball, and Cub Scout leader for nine years. Ramona shared, “Ron has loved all the opportunities to help in our community and the people here are wonderful to serve with. We have made so many wonderful friends.” Ramona is no stranger to volunteer work as well, as she has served in numerous positions, and most recently as the secretary of the American Legion Auxiliary.  Ron’s professional career was with the US Postal Services as a letter carrier in Provo.

Thank you, Ron, for your volunteer work with Santaquin City. Our community is better off because of your kind and dedicated service.