Ronald A. McCaughrean, 82, of Gilbertsville, PA, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, May 23, 2026 surrounded by loved ones. He was the loving husband of Margaret “Peggy” (Molyneaux) McCaughrean.
Born on February 16, 1944 in Bellmawr, NJ he was the son of the late John and Mildred (Freas) McCaughrean. Ron was a 1962 graduate of Haddon Heights High School. He enjoyed his summers as a young man at his grandparents' marina in Absecon, NJ. Ron was an avid boater, enjoyed riding his Harley, watching the Phillies, and loved spending time at his Florida home. Ron worked in property management his whole life and was a part of Eagle Management Group since 1978. He also worked dispatch at Venezia Transport for the past 33 years.
Surviving along with his wife, Peggy, are his children: Juliette McCaughrean (partner Renee), Michael McCaughrean (wife Brittany), stepchildren: John Onufer (wife Patricia), Lisa Major (husband Robert), sister-in-law: Sandra McCaughrean, and grandchildren: Matthew Major, Abigail Onufer, Valerie Onufer, Jacob Onufer, and Justin Dorr. He is also survived by many cousins, nieces, and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Ron was preceded in death by a sister Joan Staas, a brother John McCaughrean, brother-in-law Fred Staas, a grandson Robert Major Jr., and a nephew Dennis Staas.
A funeral service will be held on Friday, May 29, 2026 at 12:00PM at Catagnus Funeral Home (329 N. Lewis Rd., Royersford, PA 19468) with Pastor John Holsey officiating. Burial will follow at Limerick Garden of Memories. A viewing will also be held on Friday, May 29, 2026, from 10:30AM-12:00PM at the funeral home.