Thursday, June 22, 2017, around dusk, this world lost the most passionate man, with the strongest legs, who gave absolutely all of himself to his family and his occupation.  Ronald Ray Bukowski - born November 13, 1961.

He lived his life on his own terms which were crystal clear to the people he interacted with on a daily basis and even those he met for the first time.  Instantly it would be apparent that he was sincere and brutally honest with a splash of sarcasm and he had an uncanny wit that drew each and every person into his enchanting blue eyes, huge dimpled smile, and exuberant embrace.

Ronnie loved sports and could recount every baseball game he ever played in, every game he ever coached and every one of his son's baseball games.  He was a true Houston Astros fan even when others would have thrown in the towel. He could describe every golf shot he hit on every course he visited.  He also loved football and passionately threw himself into fan mode making all his favorite teams, the MacArthur Generals, the Houston Oilers, the Spring Lions and the Houston Texans proud.

He leaves behind so many who will miss him greatly.  He was very fortunate to have two families, one exceptional and one professional.  His "lovely bride" Katherine Marie, son Aaron Zachary, and daughter Julia Marie will forever be grateful and thankful for his pure unadulterated love.  His mother and father, Margaret Ann (Kopczynski) and Charles Thomas Bukowski along with his brothers Kenny and Charlie, sisters Donna and Mary, will remember and carry him forever in their hearts.  His sister-in-laws Renee and Yvonne will remember every goofy dance and every annoying song.  His brothers-in-laws Dennis and Mark will remember his uncanny ability to always be "right".  His nieces and nephews, Jessica, Ken Jr., Jenny, Eric, Brandon, Ryan, Tyler, Carter, Amanda, and Justin, will miss his childish and playful nature.  His great nieces and nephews, Ava, Joshua, Olivia, Collier, Caleb and Baby "B" will miss his talent to always make them laugh.  His future son in law Brandon Joseph Fusco will miss his guidance and never ending advice and his young and caring new friend Candice Brooke Randall will miss his warm embrace.

Ron's professional family Chuck and Lynn Fell, Roy and Jennifer, Willie, Carlos, Dennis, Darrell, Gail, Trinidad, Laura, Ron D., Landrum, AJ, Tom, Charlie, Jimmy, David, along with numerous others will forever feel his presence through the hallways he helped to build and develop over the past twenty years at CFI Mechanical. Ron proudly held the title of Vice President.  The plumbing industry and Plumbers Local 68 where Ron gave thirty plus years of service will miss the most dedicated and creative Master Plumber to have ever joined the brotherhood.

Ronnie leaves behind so many wonderful friends whom he loved and respected as well.  Zach, Julia, and Katherine can see, feel, and above all, appreciate everyone's heartfelt support.  There are so many Ron would want to personally thank and kiss one more time. Everyone cannot possibly be mentioned because the list would never end. You know who you are. Please keep his family in your thoughts and prayers and never hesitate to reach out with a story about our beloved Ronnie, he was the greatest.

In lieu of flowers please feel free to donate to the following charities in his honor:

Nora's Home http://www.norashome.org/

Triple R Response and Rescue https://www.triplerresponse.com/

For those of you who loved Ron and his family, we invite you to join us in celebrating his life….HIS casual, laid back, fun-loving way.

Please join us at any time during this difficult time.

Friday, June 30, 2017

Service

2:00 p.m.

Klein Funeral Home - Champions 16131 Champion Forest Dr.

Klein, Texas 77379 (281) 320-2674

Followed by a Celebration of Ron's Life

4:30 p.m.

CFI Mechanical, Inc. (Ron's second home)

6109 Brittmoore Road  Houston, TX 77041

(832) 467-8200

(The office is primarily a warehouse setting and it may be warm so please dress accordingly.)

Barbecue Dinner

(don't get too excited about the beans…

I'm sure they will be good but they will NOT be as good as Ron's…)

Zydeco Band Entertainment

(Ron was quite partial to the washboard…

JuJu, maybe not so much as he wanted it at her wedding reception…)

Casual attire - dress code strictly enforced - formal clothing not permitted.