Ronald Ray Belknap, 60, of Akron, passed away February 23, 2012. He was born on July 4, 1951 to the late Shirley and Joan Belknap. Ron enjoyed fishing, hiking, but most of all playing his guitar and harmonica. He is preceded in death by his parents and sister, Pam. Ron is survived by his special friend, Linda Klein; children, Dale (Betty), Chip, Matthew, Sarah, Esther; 5 grandchildren; brothers, Robert (Betty), Steve (Janet), Bill, Jim (Loraine); sisters, Susan, Renea and Debbie. Family and friends may call on Thursday March 1 from 4-7 PM at NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, 131 N. Canton Rd., Akron.