Ronald H. Kinsley, age 89, of Middleton, NH, passed away at home, on July 5, 2026.

He was born on May 15, 1937 in Ware, Massachusetts, the son of Walter R. and Cecilia (Menard) Kinsley.

Retired, United States Navy, BT Master Chief of the Command SIMA at Newport, Rhode Island, he had served during the Vietnam War.

He was a Fourth Degree member of the Knights of Columbus.

Ron was an avid hunter in his early years, he also enjoyed gardening, canning, and making meatballs and gumbo.

Survived by his loving wife of 67 years: Jeanne M. (Jacques) Kinsley and their large family of children, grandchildren and great grandchildren, with whom he especially loved spending time with.

A calling hour will be held from 11:00am-12:00pm (noon) with a memorial service to follow at 12:00pm (noon), on Monday, July 13, 2026, at Peaslee Funeral Home, 24 Central Street, Farmington, NH. Urn interment will be private at New Hampshire State Veteran’s Cemetery in Boscawen, NH, at a later date. To express condolences, please visit: www.peasleefuneralhome.com