Ronald was born on the 17th April 1928 in Chapleton, Clarendon, Jamaica to his parents Muriel Violet Thomas Umbert Cole. 

In his youthful years he was educated at Clarendon College and then went on to work as a supervisor and book keeper at Sevens Cane Factory.  He came to England in 1961 and dedicatedly worked for London Transport until his retirement.

Ronald was the eldest of 14 brothers and sisters and was married to Iris Cole for 53 years who sadly passed away on the 18th February 2004.

Ronald leaves behind 8 children, 19 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren.

He shall live in our hearts forever. RIP father.