Ronald ‘Ron’ A. Muffler, 74, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away June 25, 2025 at Mercy Hospital in Buffalo, NY. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Owen and Mary (Philip) Muffler.
Ron graduated from Niagara Wheatfield High School, where he played football and baseball. He attended Niagara County Community College and Bryant and Stratton, earning his Associates Degree. Ron proudly served in the National Guard from 1968 to 1974. On April 3, 1971 he married the love of his life Gail A. (LaBarber) Muffler and he told her daily that she was “cute as a button”. He worked as an insurance broker for over 50 years, at Lawley Insurance, Vanner Insurance and Assured Partners Insurance in Amherst, NY.
Ron was a longtime member of River Oaks. He enjoyed golfing and watching sports on TV, especially football. He loved his home landscaping, going to Florida, going out with friends, Friday night couples golf and dinner. Although he always loved football, Ron took the time to learn about track and field, soccer and rowing to keep that special bond with his grandchildren. He attended nearly every one of their events, and if he couldn’t be there in person, he made sure to get real-time updates and always called to congratulate or encourage them. He was truly their biggest fan. Above all, he loved his family and cherished spending time with family especially his grandkids and always putting them first.
In addition to his wife of 54 years, Ronald is survived by his children, Michelle (Kris) Christensen and Kimberly (Rob) Castiglione, grandchildren, Michael and Brooke Christensen and Joey and Nicky Castiglione, his brother, Robert (Jeanne) Muffler and two nieces and a nephew.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 10 – 12 PM at M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY 14304, where funeral services will be held at 12 Noon. In lieu of flowers, memorial offering may be made to Bergholtz Fire Hall, 2470 Niagara Road, Niagara Falls, NY 14304 or American Red Cross, https://www.redcross.org/donate/. Visit mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online condolences.
Visitation
Tuesday, July 01, 2025
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
M.J. Colucci & Son Niagara Funeral Chapel
2730 Military Road
Niagara Falls, NY 14304
Funeral Service
Tuesday, July 01, 2025
12:00 PM
M.J. Colucci & Son Niagara Funeral Chapel
2730 Military Road
Niagara Falls, NY 14304