Ronald Edward "Ke Ali'i Heleloa Kalani" Pieper, Sr., lovingly known as Scooby, passed away on

Wednesday, October 15, 2025, surrounded by family and friends. Born on November 24, 1941,

at The Queen's Hospital in Honolulu, Hawaii, he was the beloved son of the late Beatrice Ferry

Pieper and the lateEdward Heleloa Pieper.

    Ron grew up in San Leandro, California, where he cherished a happy childhood filled with love

and laughter. He often shared stories about his parents and the memories that shaped his life.

After high school, Ron proudly served in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War,

demonstrating the courage and dedication that defined him throughout his life.

Following his military service, Ron devoted himself to his family, becoming a loving husband and

father. He later moved to Georgia, where he found success as a real estate agent with ERA and

as a traveling salesman in the aviation industry. But his heart was always full of adventure and

fun, and even in retirement, he never slowed down.

    Ron became known as "Scooby" to the children and staff at Gwinnett County Schools, where he

worked as an activity driver, spreading joy wherever he went. In full retirement, he pursued his

passions with energy and enthusiasm—waterskiing, snow skiing, golfing, traveling, riding

motorcycles, yard work, music, cheering for the San Francisco 49ers, and diving for golf balls

from his jet ski were all part of his playful spirit. He also proudly served as President of the

Greater Gwinnett Motorcycle Club, forming friendships that lasted a lifetime.

     Ron's life was marked by love, laughter, and connection. He is survived by the mother of his

children, Donna Pieper; his sons, Ronald Pieper, Jr. (Jessica) and Luke Pieper (Destiny);

grandchildren, Averi, Trenton, Alexis, Colt, Willow, Jeremy, Alyssa, and Landon; sisters, Laurette

Masingale (Jerry) and Yvonne Dodaro (Jose); and a wide circle of nieces, nephews, extended

family, and friends who were blessed to know him.

           Though he will be deeply missed, Ron's spirit, humor, and love for life will remain in the hearts of

all who knew him. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.