Prof. Ronald R. Masin, late of Templeogue, born 1937 in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, passed away peacefully on the 5th of November 2025, surrounded by his loving family and following a short but intense illness.
Beloved husband and soul-mate of 62 years to Maria, much-loved father to Patrick and Gwendolyn, cherished father-in-law to Huwiene and Philipp, and adored grandfather to Thijmen, Pien, Welmoed, Chiem, Ysaÿe, and Seraphin. Founder of the Music Instrument Fund of Ireland, esteemed Professor of the DIT Conservatory of Music and Drama, now TU Dublin Conservatoire, mentor to students of the Young European Strings School of Music, EMI recording artist and former concertmaster of the Amsterdam Philharmonic. Ronald was an extraordinary man who gave himself unconditionally to so many, he was deeply respected by colleagues and students alike and will be fondly remembered by all who had the privilege to know him.
Ronald was a true force of nature in the musical world and showed a quiet, relentless commitment to the development of the next generation of musicians, in many different ways. He was, in every sense, a gentleman and a gentle man, one of these people that you illogically assume will go on for ever, which makes his passing both a source of great sadness and shock. We find ourselves in awe and comfort of the legacy and community of people he has left behind.
May his gentle soul Rest in Peace.
Ronald will repose at Zion Church in Rathgar (D06 H1X6)on Monday 10th November, from 5pm to 7pm. A private service will take place on Tuesday, 11th November, for immediate family only.
A memorial and commemoration concert and celebration will take place at a later date, yet to be announced.
All enquiries to Massey Bros., Templeogue on (01) 490 7601
