Ronald P. Deschamps

Fitchburg – Ronald P. Deschamps, 70, passed away peacefully in Fitchburg HealthCare on February 6, 2025. Ron was born in Natick on December 20, 1954, a son of the late Paul and Clarice Alice (Tenney) Deschamps. He was raised and educated through the Ashland and Southborough Elementary Schools, before graduating from Algonquin High School in Northborough. Ron later attended Mount Wachusett Community College. He spent his career working as a Warehouse Analyst for Digital Equipment Corp, before moving over to New Horizon Technologies. After retirement, Ron became a consultant for various computer and technology companies in the area. Ron was a true outdoorsman; he loved nothing more than nature and enjoying all it has to offer. He could often be found hiking trails, hunting, camping, and fishing. Ron enjoyed traveling to Maine to go to camp and was proud to be a Boy Scout leader for many years while his sons were growing up. He enjoyed 1800 history and participated in mountain men rendezvous re-enactments. He was a dedicated volunteer for both the North County Land Trust, clearing brush from hiking trails, as well as for the Western Mass Search and Rescue. Ron also loved to spend time in his yard, gardening, enjoying a campfire. He enjoyed listening to music and playing his guitar. He always found a faithful companion in his dogs, whom he loved very much. He always enjoyed the tradition of his yearly family corn roasts, paying homage to his mother’s West Virginian roots. Ron is on the trail . . . He is survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Kathie (Babineau) Deschamps of Fitchburg; two sons, Joshua Deschamps of Gardner and Jacob Deschamps and his wife Nichole of North Brookfield; two granddaughters, Emalise and Chloe Deschamps; siblings, Debi and Jim Deveny of Westboro, Carolyn Cameron of Stow, Tim Deschamps and wife Ann of Southboro, and Joe Deschamps and wife Anne of Athol; many nieces and nephews as well as our extended family by choice friends. Calling hours will be held in the Isabelle & Anderson Funeral Home, 316 Clarendon St., Fitchburg on Saturday, February 15, from 10am – 12noon. The funeral service will begin at 12noon. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Sterling Animal Shelter www.sterlingshelter.org In Ron’s memory, please feel free to dress casual, jeans and flannels are welcomed.

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Ronald P. Deschamps

December 20, 1954 - February 6, 2025